Abubakar Abdirahman
Hopkins
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with over 3 years of experience as a Behavioral Therapist (BT) at an Autism Center, providing personalized therapy and support for children on the autism spectrum. Prior to that, gained hands-on IT experience during an internship at Hennepin Elementary, assisting with technical support and IT systems management. Known for my ability to foster strong relationships, deliver exceptional care, and provide solutions in dynamic and fast-paced environments. Compassionate Behavioral Therapist known for high productivity and the ability to efficiently complete tasks with precision. Skilled in applying cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention techniques, and behavioral modification strategies to support diverse client needs. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, consistently leveraging these soft skills to foster positive outcomes in therapeutic settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Therapist (BT)
Autistic Prestige Center
03.2021 - Current
- Provide one-on-one behavioral therapy to children diagnosed with autism, tailoring each session to meet individual needs.
- Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) based on applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles.
- Collect, record, and analyze data to monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychologists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to ensure holistic care for clients.
- Train and support parents/caregivers on strategies to reinforce behavior goals in the home environment.
- Engage in continuous professional development by attending workshops and team training.
IT Intern
Hennepin Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in the setup and maintenance of computer systems, hardware, and software within the school.
- Provided technical support for faculty and staff, troubleshooting and resolving IT-related issues.
- Assisted in the management of the school's network, ensuring proper connectivity and security protocols.
- Supported the implementation of technology in the classroom to enhance student learning experiences.
- Helped with the inventory and organization of IT equipment and software licenses.
- Gained familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom, and other educational software tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA06-2019
Skills
- Client Progress Monitoring
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Parent/Caregiver Training
- Network Setup
- IT Troubleshooting
- Client assessment techniques
- Child development knowledge
- Active listening
- Daily living skill development
- Hardware Maintenance
- Software Installation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Classroom
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Teamwork with multidisciplinary teams
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Client-Centered Support
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Parent training strategies
- Behavioral intervention
Certification
How To Complete CMDE, 08/13/2024
Many Faces Of Autism, 08/13/2024
Information Technology, 03/04/2023
Data Analytics,03/04/2023
Comptia A+ Course, 12/08/2023
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
IT Intern
Hennepin Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Behavioral Therapist (BT)
Autistic Prestige Center
03.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
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