Rahma Ahmed, Msw, Rsw Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Provided a range of clinical mental health and other services that are responsive to a youth’s individual need that enhance and maintain their development within the community • Engaged in professional development activities and record accurate client information that is reflective of organizational policies, accreditation and ministry standards, while illustrating the goals, targets and deliverables of identified services.• Developed, planned, and implemented workshops, programs, and… Show more • Provided a range of clinical mental health and other services that are responsive to a youth’s individual need that enhance and maintain their development within the community • Engaged in professional development activities and record accurate client information that is reflective of organizational policies, accreditation and ministry standards, while illustrating the goals, targets and deliverables of identified services.• Developed, planned, and implemented workshops, programs, and skill development groups internally and within the community• Developed and nurtured strong community linkages (stakeholder relationships) for the purpose of engagement and response to crisis as required• Responded and participated in organizational wide initiatives. Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Maintained a part time caseload of clients for private practice.• Conducted psychotherapy using CBT, DBT modalities and IFS psychoeducation.• Completed clinic notes and in charge of administrative tasks such as creating invoices.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Program Coordinator — Partnerships• Managing agency-wide Partnerships/Networks• Assessing partnership gaps through ongoing communications with various staff and programs - Identifying gaps in partnerships that specifically serve the complex needs of immigrants and refugees.• Research initiatives and opportunities in NYCH’s catchment area and across the sector • Building partnerships and connecting with city wide networks and working groups • Connecting with city wide… Show more Program Coordinator — Partnerships• Managing agency-wide Partnerships/Networks• Assessing partnership gaps through ongoing communications with various staff and programs - Identifying gaps in partnerships that specifically serve the complex needs of immigrants and refugees.• Research initiatives and opportunities in NYCH’s catchment area and across the sector • Building partnerships and connecting with city wide networks and working groups • Connecting with city wide LIPS and supporting LIP working groups• Connecting with city wide refugee workgroups and committees• Supervising volunteers and placement students Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Lead Gender Based Violence (GBV) Social Worker and Trainer- Developed an agency wide GBV Resource/Knowledge Hub in collaboration with NYCH staff- Conducted organization wide capacity assessments for building GBV response capacity at NYCH- Co-created a Core GBV Team at NYCH involving settlement workers and other frontline staff- Facilitated trainings on Gender Based Violence identification, prevention, and response within newcomer communities- Developed 3 tier plan for… Show more Lead Gender Based Violence (GBV) Social Worker and Trainer- Developed an agency wide GBV Resource/Knowledge Hub in collaboration with NYCH staff- Conducted organization wide capacity assessments for building GBV response capacity at NYCH- Co-created a Core GBV Team at NYCH involving settlement workers and other frontline staff- Facilitated trainings on Gender Based Violence identification, prevention, and response within newcomer communities- Developed 3 tier plan for disseminating GBV resources and training for all frontline staff- Conducted 1-1 crisis intervention services for survivors of gender based violence Show less

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

• Conducted research for multiple in house projects around economic burden of mental illness in America and embedding equity in healthcare systems. (P.I: Madhuri Jha, LCSW, MPH) • Co-authored comprehensive literature reviews that focused on the intersecting political determinants of health including race, age, ability, sexuality, immigration status, criminal justice status, employment, education level, etc.• Coded and summarized findings from large data sets.• Developed research… Show more • Conducted research for multiple in house projects around economic burden of mental illness in America and embedding equity in healthcare systems. (P.I: Madhuri Jha, LCSW, MPH) • Co-authored comprehensive literature reviews that focused on the intersecting political determinants of health including race, age, ability, sexuality, immigration status, criminal justice status, employment, education level, etc.• Coded and summarized findings from large data sets.• Developed research protocols utilizing the Intersectional Based Policy Analysis framework.• Conducted outreach with healthcare, law enforcement, and community leaders for KSCMHE symposiums and roundtables.• Prepared informational reports and articles for KMSCHE media Show less

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

– The Adaptive Leadership Fellowship at NYU enables fellows to learn and apply the adaptive framework to engage challenges and support social change in their work. This growing community aims to promote connection and collaboration by engaging complex barriers to social justice in the human services field. – The Adaptive Leadership Fellowship at NYU Silver selects up to 15 second-year MSW students per year. The competitive program features intensive weekend seminars on the adaptive… Show more – The Adaptive Leadership Fellowship at NYU enables fellows to learn and apply the adaptive framework to engage challenges and support social change in their work. This growing community aims to promote connection and collaboration by engaging complex barriers to social justice in the human services field. – The Adaptive Leadership Fellowship at NYU Silver selects up to 15 second-year MSW students per year. The competitive program features intensive weekend seminars on the adaptive leadership framework, which provides a set of strategies and tools to help practitioners bring about needed change within organizations and communities. – Fellows also receive coaching and guidance to help them directly apply what they have learned to challenges they have identified at their field placement agencies, their communities, or the school itself. Show less

New York, New York, United States

– The NYU Social Sector Leadership Diversity Fellowship (SSLD) is an 18-month leadership development program that supports NYU’s BIPOC graduate students in leveraging their skills, knowledge and networks to influence positive change in the social sector.– SSLD’s vision is to eliminate the racial leadership gap in the social sector. The fellowship was conceived to help address the pervasive white advantage in the social sector, where professionals of color continue to be underrepresented in… Show more – The NYU Social Sector Leadership Diversity Fellowship (SSLD) is an 18-month leadership development program that supports NYU’s BIPOC graduate students in leveraging their skills, knowledge and networks to influence positive change in the social sector.– SSLD’s vision is to eliminate the racial leadership gap in the social sector. The fellowship was conceived to help address the pervasive white advantage in the social sector, where professionals of color continue to be underrepresented in leadership roles. – Through an 18-month leadership development program, SSLD aims to support BIPOC graduate students attain leadership roles in the social sector workforce and be active change-makers in their communities. Show less

Felician University - New Jersey

The DOJ's Violence Against Women Grant is awarded to organizations and communities across the nation. This role encompasses creating violence prevention programming at the Felician University campus in New Jersey.– Developed programming around power-based violence under the guidance of the OVW Project Coordinator at Felician University– Collaborated with Student Affairs, Student Conduct, Counseling Center as well as campus law enforcement to run prevention programming topics such… Show more The DOJ's Violence Against Women Grant is awarded to organizations and communities across the nation. This role encompasses creating violence prevention programming at the Felician University campus in New Jersey.– Developed programming around power-based violence under the guidance of the OVW Project Coordinator at Felician University– Collaborated with Student Affairs, Student Conduct, Counseling Center as well as campus law enforcement to run prevention programming topics such as, Dating Violence, Sexual Health, Sexual Violence, Bystander Intervention, Stalking, and Engaging Young Men– Partnered with external groups such as, Center for Hope and Safety, as well as Alternatives to Domestic Violence and the local sexual violence resource center. Show less

Brooklyn, New York, United States

In-patient Acute care | Psychiatric Department- Participated in interdisciplinary weekly rounds & grand rounds- Conducted clinical interviews alongside treatment team of supervising psychiatrist, resident psychiatrist, and medical social worker- Devised discharge plans for clients- Completed biopsychosocial assessments, discharge summaries and notes- Negotiated & advocated for community-based resources for patients to help reduce hospitalization

Manhattan, New York

• Facilitated weekly 1-1 counseling for high school students with a variety of presenting issues (e.g. at risk for dropping out, suicidality, systemic trauma, depression, anxiety, etc.).• Facilitated a safe space for student drop-in and support (responding to student needs and providing general advice, tutoring help, or professional development resources)• Maintained ongoing caseload of students with ten to fifteen individual clinical cases.• Completed relevant report… Show more • Facilitated weekly 1-1 counseling for high school students with a variety of presenting issues (e.g. at risk for dropping out, suicidality, systemic trauma, depression, anxiety, etc.).• Facilitated a safe space for student drop-in and support (responding to student needs and providing general advice, tutoring help, or professional development resources)• Maintained ongoing caseload of students with ten to fifteen individual clinical cases.• Completed relevant report writing and ensuring proper follow-up to all students on the caseload including: - outreach to all absent and long-term absent students on the caseload- conducting home visits if needed- outreach to parents of students- maintaining current and accurate student files- providing referrals and linkages to students in need of additional support- accompanying students to appointments at community agencies.• Actively participated in meetings such as weekly individual clinical supervision, staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, team training, and group supervision.• Developed and facilitated workshops and student support groups • Prepared and presented for weekly case conferences. Show less

North York, Ontario, Canada

1. Program Planning and Delivery - Organizing, planning and implementing recreational and educational activities forchildren ages 6 to 10 years old.- Developing program schedules and plans in line with program requirements.- Ensuring the safety of students at all times.- Overseeing the preparation and serving of nutritional snacks to children.- Managing conflict between student and/or volunteers/staff in an appropriate manner.- Reporting any suspicion of child… Show more 1. Program Planning and Delivery - Organizing, planning and implementing recreational and educational activities forchildren ages 6 to 10 years old.- Developing program schedules and plans in line with program requirements.- Ensuring the safety of students at all times.- Overseeing the preparation and serving of nutritional snacks to children.- Managing conflict between student and/or volunteers/staff in an appropriate manner.- Reporting any suspicion of child abuse or neglect to the supervisor.- Maintaining a clean and organized program space.2. Program Monitoring and Evaluation- Monitoring program expenses and purchases. Submitting receipts and expense forms as required.- Maintaining current and accurate attendance forms, records, statistics and other documents as needed.- Completing monthly reporting of program activities.- Administering and tabulating program evaluations.3. Outreach and Support- Conducting outreach and retention activities to ensure adequate program attendance and participation.- Liaising with parents, teachers, other NYCH staff and partner organizations as needed around meeting community needs.- Participating in training sessions and staff meetings as required. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

Outreach Coordinator - Education Team (IIT Youth Council)- Reached out to the local community organizations and external entities, such as Muslim student associations and mosques, to create awareness and promote events.- Recruited and trained volunteers to assist with execution of events.- Worked with team members to design and implement educational initiatives.- Planned small and large scale events as well as workshops for young children and adolescents on… Show more Outreach Coordinator - Education Team (IIT Youth Council)- Reached out to the local community organizations and external entities, such as Muslim student associations and mosques, to create awareness and promote events.- Recruited and trained volunteers to assist with execution of events.- Worked with team members to design and implement educational initiatives.- Planned small and large scale events as well as workshops for young children and adolescents on Islamic education, Prophetic stories, etc. Show less

York, Ontario, Canada

1. Chapter Leader (York region)- Organized One Girl workshops for young girls between the ages of 8 and 13 in North York. - Handled logistics for each event, including: booking the venue, meeting AV needs, purchasing materials for workshops, sale of One Girl merchandise, handling participant check-ins and departures and volunteer recruitment and training. - Secured event sponsorship for One Girl events. - Partnered with local charities that help girls in the community.-… Show more 1. Chapter Leader (York region)- Organized One Girl workshops for young girls between the ages of 8 and 13 in North York. - Handled logistics for each event, including: booking the venue, meeting AV needs, purchasing materials for workshops, sale of One Girl merchandise, handling participant check-ins and departures and volunteer recruitment and training. - Secured event sponsorship for One Girl events. - Partnered with local charities that help girls in the community.- Ensure events run smoothly. 2. Program Developer- Designed programs for the One Girl events. - Developed research based programs revolving around self esteem, empowerment, leadership and confidence for girls between the ages of 8 and 13. 3. Program Facilitator- Facilitated programs at the monthly One Girl events for girls between the ages of 8 and 13. - Attended routine training sessions at WE Global Learning Center for learning content and practicing facilitation. Show less

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

- Involved with IDRF’s Ramadan Campaigns.- Helped strategize for the Ramadan Campaigns.- Contacted existing donors and provided them with information about current IDRF campaigns.- Collected donations and made note of additional information regarding their donations (e.g. inquiring about different regions/causes the donors prefer donating to).

Ajax, Ontario

- Developed and organized activities for participants in various programs.- Evaluated existing curricula to improve current projects and programs.- Assisted in the facilitation of programs in various public schools in the Durham Region.- Involved in advocacy work for girl empowerment and equal opportunities for girls and women across the Durham region.

Bangkok Metropolitan Area, Thailand

- Attended a three-day teaching conference to get acquainted with Thai culture and basic teaching skills. - Facilitated English and Math lessons to students (from kindergarten up to grade 3 level) in rural Thailand. - Organized school activities such as annual day and children's day with the school staff and interns. - Worked with a diverse team of interns to create individualized lesson plans for students responding to their unique learning styles and disabilities.

Houston, Texas Area

As part of Space Center Houston's Space University, I had the opportunity to participate in -• Hands-on, engineering-based activities and data collection technology integration for real-world analysis.• Behind-the-scenes access to “the real thing” such as tours of actual astronaut training and work facilities, including NASA Johnson Space Center, Rocket Park and the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory.• Interactive, project-based learning that includes sustainable habitat construction… Show more As part of Space Center Houston's Space University, I had the opportunity to participate in -• Hands-on, engineering-based activities and data collection technology integration for real-world analysis.• Behind-the-scenes access to “the real thing” such as tours of actual astronaut training and work facilities, including NASA Johnson Space Center, Rocket Park and the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory.• Interactive, project-based learning that includes sustainable habitat construction, strategic scientific planning and investigations, a one-stage rocket launch, underwater “astronaut training,” collaborative teaming and global awareness development.• Attend guest lectures to learn about what it takes to work at NASA and the projects that prepare humans for space exploration.• Graduation ceremony and received a completion certificate. Show less

Master Of Social Work - Msw, Social Work

Activities and Societies: • NYU Social Sector Leadership Diversity Fellow (NYU SSLD) • NYU Adaptive Leadership Fellow 2021 • Student.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Forensic Psychology

Activities and Societies: Social Sciences and Humanities Student Society Courses included: Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology.