Nuri Abdus-salaam

Provided 1:1 and group mental health support to 20–25 clients weekly, facilitated psychoeducation workshops, and connected clients to employment, housing, and behavioral health resources to support recovery.

Provided immediate emotional support and crisis de-escalation to callers, conducted safety planning and referrals, and maintained HIPAA-compliant call documentation for a national hotline, supporting over 500 individuals.

Conducted mental health screenings, crisis assessments, and culturally sensitive interventions in under-resourced communities while coordinating care with schools, clinics, and social services to increase engagement.

Responded to acute field and phone-based mental health crises using de-escalation and emergency protocols, facilitated support groups, and maintained clinical documentation with a 98% compliance rate.

Activities and societies: Psi Chi International Honor Society; National Honor Society; certifications in Crisis Counseling, Mental Health First Aid, First Aid & CPR, and Trauma-Informed Care

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with coursework and training in psychiatric rehabilitation and treatment; involved in honor societies and related certifications.

Activities and societies: Collaborative program with Kean University; related certifications and honor society membership

Completed coursework in psychiatric rehabilitation and treatment as part of a combined program with Kean University leading to a B.Sc. in Psychology.