Rabia Waqar Khan

• Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
• Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
• Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
• Provided comprehensive case management services for more than 50 clients. Created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.

• Responsible for conducting risk assessments and psychological screenings for disability cases.
• Engaged in welfare chats with under 18 students and performed psychosocial assessments for potential risk cases.
• Referrals to psychological practitioners were made when necessary, and I liaised with them regularly.
• Additionally, I conducted awareness events and workshops for students.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
• Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
• Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
• Success: I designed Wellbeing Module & introduced 'Kooth' to the college students.

• Evaluated applicant qualifications against position requirements, identifying top candidates for further consideration by hiring managers.
• Managed offer negotiation process between 70 candidates and hiring managers, securing mutually beneficial agreements that contributed to long-term employee satisfaction levels.
• Conducted thorough pre-employment screenings, including reference checks, background verifications, and skills assessments of more than 200 employees, ensuring compliance with all legal regulations and company policies.
• Provided coaching on interviewing techniques to hiring managers, enhancing their ability to assess candidate suitability accurately during interviews.
• Collaborated effectively with human resources team members to ensure seamless coordination of all recruitment-related activities.

• Designing and conducting online courses for students, professionals, parents on various and diverse topics related to mental health and special education needs.
• Key achievement: Teacher Licensing Course: 90 hours KHDA course comprising 6 modules, was designed and delivered for Pulse Therapy Centre UAE. The course is a mandatory requirement for licensing the professionals working in the education and special education sectors in the UAE.

• Advised educators on classroom accommodations and modifications to support inclusive learning environments for students with autism spectrum disorders.
• Mentored 10 junior staff members, sharing best practices in autism intervention strategies for improved service delivery.
• Handled clients safely and appropriately to minimize risk of physical injury.
• Designed data-driven behavioral interventions, consistently monitoring progress towards targeted goals.

• Conducted thorough psychological assessments to accurately diagnose and inform treatment planning for a diverse patient population.
• Utilized cutting-edge technology to enhance clinical practice by incorporating telehealth services for remote clients.
• Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care and maintaining open lines of communication.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
• Developed comprehensive training materials for incoming staff members that streamlined orientation process.
• Fostered a supportive and inclusive therapeutic environment for patients of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and identities.

I was responsible for designing and teaching MS and BS courses. I was also working as the MS Program lead, and my responsibilities included: Organizing MS expert workshops, placements, and employability activities.

Key Achievements:

• Essentials of Counseling: 5-day short course for school counselors and wellbeing officers of Beaconhouse School System, Punjab. The course was conducted in-person at Beaconhouse National University, Lahore.
• Got 3 MOUs signed between the Institute of Psychology and other mental health services for the mutual collaboration between the 2 organizations.
• Introduced Case Conferences for students to enhance their understanding and applicability of theoretical knowledge.
• Organized Mental Health Week in 2017: Activities included a quiz competition, an inter-university performing arts competition, and raising a fund of 1 lac through money generated by a bake sale, and donated it to an organization working with special needs kids.
• Supervised students who participated in inter-university performing arts competition at GCU and won 1st prize.
• Organized 1st Virtual Career Fair for students of MS and BS with 80% employability after 2nd interview.

• Lead the implementation of the TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication Handicapped Children) program.
• Provide guidance and support to parents on understanding and managing their child's autism.
• Conduct parent training sessions to enhance their skills in supporting their child's development.
• Coordinate with teachers and therapists to ensure consistency in intervention strategies across home and school environments.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of children enrolled in the program.

• Offer individual and group counseling to students facing academic, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
• Conduct assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for growth.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop intervention plans and support strategies.
• Provide guidance on career planning and academic goal setting.
• Organize workshops and seminars on topics related to mental health and well-being.

• Develop and oversee behavior intervention plans for students with autism.
• Train school staff on implementing behavior management strategies.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors.
• Collaborate with parents to ensure consistency in behavior management techniques between home and school.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of behavior interventions, and make adjustments as needed.
• PA to all the trainers and responsible for all training write-ups and program implementation.

• Interviewed, consulted and observed individuals to evaluate and diagnose emotional and mental disorders.
• Facilitated social skills groups, enhancing peer interaction and communication abilities among clients.
• Implemented crisis intervention techniques, effectively deescalating challenging situations while maintaining safety.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments to gather data to track treatment progress.

• Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches and individualized care plans.
• Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
• Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
• Treated various anxiety disorders, using exposure therapies such as in vivo, imaginal and virtual reality exposure.

• Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
• Enhanced client satisfaction with therapy sessions by building strong rapport and maintaining open communication channels.
• Established a strong referral network within the local medical community that led to increased access to specialized resources for clients.
• Contributed to the development of an in-house training program for clinical staff members, ensuring continued professional growth for all team members.
• Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
• Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches and individualized care plans.

• Trained in techniques such as hypnosis, stress reduction therapy and play therapy to improve outcomes.
• Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
• Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
• Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, interviews and assessments to build complete picture for determining optimal therapeutic approaches.