Ajmal Arian
Sandviken
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with 10 years of experience helping clients change behaviors and access family and community resources to manage health. Develops and implements training for staff and attends seminars and conferences for professional development. Continuously improves processes and services to support patient care, education and research. Caring Social Worker offering case management expertise quickly building trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures. Highly adept at case planning and diagnosis management. Committed to achieving high-quality, cost-effective care for patients and families. Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Team Olivia Social care Company
Gävle
04.2017 - Current
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Educated patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute level of care criteria, benefits and coverage.
- Counseled and prepared residents for transition to independent living.
- Visited clients at residence for home study assessments to assist courts with custody decisions.
- Practiced cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement and structural family therapy in individual and group settings.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Engaged in community outreach and program development to support patient and caregiver needs.
- Assessed clients for neglect and abusive situations to compile documentation for court hearings and reports.
- Identified and addressed financial and emotional barriers to discharge and recovery.
- Assisted individuals experiencing homelessness by providing referrals for emergency shelter placements.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or experiences.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Coordinated mental health assessments for children, adolescents and adults receiving child welfare and prevention services.
- Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
- Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning.
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
- Provided supportive counseling services for victims of abuse or neglect.
- Educated clients about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
- Engaged with schools and other educational institutions on behalf of students who are struggling academically or socially due to life circumstances.
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
- Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Prison Officer
Gävle Prison
Gävle
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Facilitated group therapy sessions with inmates in order to teach problem-solving skills.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fights or attempted escapes.
- Coordinated activities with inmates to stimulate learning and skill development for life after incarceration.
- Conducted searches for contraband items including drugs, weapons, and other prohibited materials.
- Maintained records of prisoners' identification and charges.
- Provided surveillance of inmates in living and recreational areas to ensure safety and security.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Counseled inmates on personal matters related to their incarceration experience.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
- Escorted visitors into the prison facility while ensuring that all safety protocols were followed.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Investigated reported violations of rules and regulations by interviewing inmates and gathering evidence.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
- Conducted investigations of crimes committed within prison.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Monitored prisoners during transport from facility to court or other locations.
- Participated in regular meetings with other correctional officers to discuss security issues.
- Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Performed daily rounds of cells, dorms, yards, and other areas within the prison facility.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Created individualized plans for managing inmate behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reported any suspicious activity to supervisors or appropriate authorities promptly.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Organized educational programs aimed at helping inmates prepare for reintegration into society.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all aspects of each shift worked.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Supervised inmate work assignments in order to maintain order and discipline.
- Collaborated with outside organizations such as courts or parole boards when necessary.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Assessed the mental health of inmates through observation and communication with staff members.
- Provided support services such as meals, laundry, and mail delivery to inmates as needed.
- Maintained records of prisoner activities including incidents, disciplinary actions, grievances, and medical treatments.
- Enforced prison policies regarding visitation rights and privileges for prisoners.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Community Support Worker
Sandviken municipality
Sandviken
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted clients in developing life skills and independent living abilities.
- Developed individualized plans for clients and monitored progress towards goals.
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs and provide guidance and resources.
- Participated in team meetings, providing input regarding client care plans.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged socialization and skill development.
- Supported clients during medical appointments, advocating on their behalf when needed.
- Coordinated with other agencies to ensure comprehensive services were provided to clients.
- Provided transportation for clients to various appointments or activities as required.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, services provided, and any issues encountered.
- Served as an advocate for clients in securing resources such as housing, employment.
- Monitored medications and assisted with medication administration as needed.
- Created a safe environment by identifying potential risks and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured the physical safety of each client through regular check-ins and monitoring of behaviors.
- Counseled clients on mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse.
- Organized social events to promote community involvement among clients.
- Educated families about available resources within the community.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as physicians or therapists to coordinate care plans.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement throughout treatment process.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving clients in order to protect their safety.
- Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings.
- Followed and evaluated individualized support care plans to increase personal development.
- Administered medication in accordance with house guidelines to patients, tracking it on daily MAR.
- Supervised daily hygiene and skills to promote self-sufficiency.
- Promoted effective working relationships with service providers and forged collateral contacts to support and deliver community-based approach.
- Interviewed patients or members via phone or in-person to gather personal and sensitive information and determined eligibility for various outreach programs.
- Collaborated with community members to educate public regarding issues such as drug abuse prevention and traffic safety.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
Therapeutic Assistant
Gnistan Accommodation house
Sandviken
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Attended relevant trainings related to therapeutic interventions and methods of care.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes or concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote socialization skills and emotional well-being.
- Referred clients to substance abuse treatment programs and outpatient dual diagnosis treatment programs.
- Provided resources for support services including housing assistance, employment opportunities, legal aid services.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress towards treatment goals.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with patients by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to phone inquiries.
- Assessed diagnosed conditions and individual patient capacities in order to implement correct treatment plans.
- Assisted in crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
- Organized recreational activities that promoted self-expression while also providing an opportunity for relaxation.
- Conducted assessments of clients' physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
- Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
- Participated in team meetings focused on discussing client cases and developing new approaches for treatment planning.
- Questioned patients regarding medications to gather necessary medical data and prepare treatment protocols.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies regarding information shared by clients during sessions.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Offered families diverse resources and support for coping responses, skill-building and education on conditions and interventions.
- Provided therapeutic assistance to individuals with mental health issues.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized treatment plans and goals.
- Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
- Educated clients about healthy lifestyle choices related to nutrition, exercise, stress management.
- Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients.
- Communicated with patients during group therapy sessions and provided opportunities for participants to share personal experiences.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Helped patients understand appropriate behaviors and responses using behavior modeling.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Discussed available program services with potential participants and outlined procedures to facilitate smooth engagement in program processes.
Kitchen Manager
McDonalds
Sandviken
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
- Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling, and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Provided feedback during tasting sessions to help refine existing dishes or develop new ones.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Social Worker
Etab Norr company
Boden
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Educated clients about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
Translator and Interpreter
Afghan Security Forces in Cooperation with NATO forces
Kabul
12.2009 - 01.2013
- Translating daily security threats from Pashtu and Dari to English and from English to Dari and Pashtu.
- Translating and coordinating security threats in cooperation with NATO forces through ANNEX.
Finance Manager
Hewad Dost International Group of Companies
Kabul
12.2009 - 12.2011
- Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
- Developed and managed financial plans for a variety of investments.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
- Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
- Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes and other payments.
- Analyzed actual financial results vs budget to prepare variance reporting to functional groups.
- Made estimates of funds required for short and long-term financial objectives of organization.
- Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
- Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Conducted risk management assessments and created strategies to minimize potential risks.
- Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
- Advised executive leadership on capital allocation decisions based on market conditions.
- Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
- Researched and recommended new accounting software package to replace various non-integrated software packages.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Finance Officer
Kabul Bank
Kabul
06.2006 - 12.2009
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through research activities.
- Used Excel to analyze and integrate data for high volume database.
- Assisted with the preparation of audited financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Worked with senior management to define standards, policies, procedures and organizational enhancements to meet company goals for finance.
- Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
- Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
- Conducted audit procedures and documented results to evaluate internal control effectiveness.
Education
Associate's Degree in Social Work - Social Pedagogue
Brunnsvik College
Gävle, Sweden06-2019
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
Rana University
Kabul, Afghanistan 12-2009
High School Diploma -
Mahmod Hotaki Highschool
Kabul, Afghanistan 04-2006
Skills
- Behavioral Therapy
- Violence Prevention
- Records Management
- Family Therapy
- Staff Development
- Client Confidentiality
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy
- Service Planning
- Risk Assessment
- Case Documentation
- Client Needs Assessment
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client Documentation
- Crisis Assessment
- Safety Planning
- Patient-Centered Care
- CPR, First Aid, AED
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Confidential Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Shelter Arrangements
- Aftercare Follow up
- Family Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Child Welfare and Protective Services
- Data Collection and Management
- Therapeutic Services
- Social Services
- Fluent in English, Swedish, Pashtu, Dari-Farsi and Hindi
- Mood Disorders Knowledge
- Child Development
- Community Outreach Expert
- Motivational Interviewing
- Housekeeping
- Psycho-Social Assessments
- Independent Judgment
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Behavioral Management
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Languages
Pashtu
First Language
Dari
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swedish
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- Humanistic Social Pedagogue
Affiliations
- In my spare time I enjoy studying such as HR, medical science, finance etc. I am also amused by reading literature, playing volleyball, listening to music and photography. Other interests are playing football, walking, history, discussion of various current topics and my curiosity often drives me to study online courses.
My strengths are that I can work under pressure and am customer service oriented, have very good collaboration skills as well as oral and written communication and strong problem solving skills.
Other strengths are work management and working under pressure, resourcefulness, interpretation and translation of language.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Prison Officer
Gävle Prison
06.2018 - 12.2019
Social Worker
Team Olivia Social care Company
04.2017 - Current
Community Support Worker
Sandviken municipality
07.2016 - 03.2017
Therapeutic Assistant
Gnistan Accommodation house
07.2015 - 06.2016
Kitchen Manager
McDonalds
10.2014 - 06.2015
Social Worker
Etab Norr company
09.2013 - 04.2014
Translator and Interpreter
Afghan Security Forces in Cooperation with NATO forces
12.2009 - 01.2013
Finance Manager
Hewad Dost International Group of Companies
12.2009 - 12.2011
Finance Officer
Kabul Bank
06.2006 - 12.2009
Associate's Degree in Social Work - Social Pedagogue
Brunnsvik College
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
Rana University
High School Diploma -
Mahmod Hotaki Highschool
- Humanistic Social Pedagogue
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