Safaa Deeb
Arabic Interpreter at Linguistica International
Summary
Ambitious social services professional, possessing expertise in case management, community engagement, and human resources; demonstrating superior interpersonal skills with proven success working collaboratively with others to support program initiatives. Effective communicator quickly resolves problems, possessing a high aptitude for facing challenges, crisis, and unexpected situations without judgement, to support families and promote overall well-being.
Experience
Arabic Interpreter
Linguistica International / Kearns
Part time
Converts information from Arabic to English and Vice versa
• Convert concepts in the Arabic to equivalent concepts in English
• Compile information, such as technical terms used in legal settings, into glossaries and terminology databases to be used in translations
• Speak, read, and write fluently in Arabic and English
• Relay the style and tone of the original language
• Manage work schedules to meet deadlines
• Render spoken messages accurately, quickly, and clearly
Arabic Teacher
Al-Aqsa Academy / Philadelphia
Provided education services, teaching Arabic to students within the Academy; catered to various learning styles, motivated and supported students, enhanced learning experiences, and created opportunities to promote student engagement.
Key Contribution:
* Ensured compliance with school and district policies and regulations; performed duties demonstrating patience, tact and good judgement, while remaining in alignment with established guidelines.
* Maintained efficient classroom functions; formulated and enforced policies and standards of behavior to foster a positive learning environment.
* Developed lesson plans and engaging curriculum that aligned with district guidelines, and collaborated with school officials to interpret educational programs.
Program Specialist / Case Manager
Linguistica InternationalAl-Aqsa Academy / Philadelphia
Managed client care, assessing treatment needs and developing client service plans and programs; developed, monitored, and evaluated treatment plans and provided consistent follow up to monitor client progression. Conducted intake interviews and reviewed therapist evaluations, treatment objectives, and plans to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
Key Contributions:
* Oversaw the new client intake processes, evaluating records and applications and coordinating orientations.
* Contributed to the development of community resources and programs to assist individuals in need; educated families regarding the tools and resources available to improve overall family well-being.
* Advocated and utilized resources to resolve crises; built and maintained contacts within the community to develop effective client service plans.
* Managed reporting, collecting, analyzing, and summarizing treatment and results data and trends; compiled statistics and completed grant and subsidy applications.
* Evaluated department operations, identifying opportunities and implementing streamlined processes that increased efficiency and productivity while reducing costs.
* Provided support to the human resources department; maintained individual records in compliance with agency and DPW and OAS Licensing Standards.
Trainer / Instructor
Linguistica InternationalAl-Aqsa Academy / Philadelphia
Assisted people with a wide range of disabilities to build independence; coordinated activities to develop self-esteem and confidence, monitored behavior and strengths of abilities, maintaining comprehensive records to track progression.
Key Contribution:
* Assisted clients to assess their professional skills, and develop career plans; provided support regarding the achievement of pre-vocational goals.
* Tracked client progress, maintaining consistent follow up during and after program completion; notated client files as required to evaluate program effectiveness.
Education
Star Career Academy
Certificate / National Certified Insurance & Coding Specialist
National Center of Competency Testing
Certificate / National Center of Competency Testing
PA Department of Human Services
Certified Investigator / Incident Management Certified Investigator
American Intercontinental University
Associate of Arts in Business Administration, Business Administration / Business Administration
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Kaplan University