Wasim Daragmeh
Ramallah,Palestine
Summary
Dynamic psychology professional with experience at Sharek Youth Forum, skilled in mental health awareness and group facilitation. Proven ability to enhance youth engagement through innovative psychosocial activities and effective communication. Adept at applying psychological first aid and fostering emotional resilience in diverse settings, contributing to impactful program improvements.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista & Front-of-House Coordinator
Garage Restaurant and Bar
Ramallah, Palestine
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Managed daily front-of-house operations while applying interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills in high-pressure environments.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication and emotional intelligence.
- Supervised inventory control, cash handling, and staff coordination.
Recruit (Youth Development Program)
Sustainable Change for Development (SDC)
Ramallah, Palestine
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Participated in intensive training on youth political participation, civic engagement, and social psychology.
- Strengthened interpersonal, facilitation, and group-dynamics skills in multicultural settings.
- Contributed to discussions on human rights, advocacy, and community-based psychological resilience.
Psychology Assistant (Youth Mental Health Programs)
Sharek Youth Forum
Ramallah, Palestine
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted in designing and facilitating structured psychosocial and mental health activities for youth.
- Supported the delivery of age-appropriate group activities focused on emotional awareness, coping skills, and wellbeing.
- Helped translate psychological concepts into interactive and accessible activities for young participants.
- Facilitated safe and respectful group discussions under supervision.
- Applied active listening and basic assessment skills to understand participants' needs.
- Collaborated with senior staff to reflect on activities and evaluate their impact through feedback and observation.
Psychological Support Assistant
UNESCO & Ministry of Higher Education
Ramallah, Palestine
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided psychological first aid and emotional support to university students.
- Assisted in planning and delivering awareness sessions on stress management, coping strategies, and mental wellbeing.
- Collected, documented, and analyzed student feedback to inform program improvement.
- Supported referral processes and access to appropriate support resources.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology (Major), Sociology (Minor)
Birzeit University
Birzeit, PalestineTawjihi Arts Degree -
Arab Evangelical Episcopal School
Ramallah, PalestineSkills
- Psychological First Aid (PFA)
- Mental Health Awareness & Psychoeducation
- Active Listening & Empathic Communication
- Group Facilitation & Dynamics
- Qualitative Data Collection & Analysis
- Case Documentation & Report Writing
- Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
- Critical and Analytical Thinking
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Organization & Time Management
- Intercultural Collaboration & Adaptability
- Emotional intelligence
- Stress management
- Leadership
- Research
Certification
- LUTH Model United Nations, Evangelical Lutheran School, Bethlehem, 2018
- PAL Model United Nations, Ramallah Friends School, 2015-2017
Languages
- English
- Arabic, Native
- English, Fluent (C2)
Accomplishments And Activities
- Volunteer, RIWAQ Center for Architectural Heritage Conservation.
- Event management support, Al Kamandjati Association.
- Violinist with 12 years of continuous experience.
- Spokesperson, Psychology and Social Department Student Club.
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Barista & Front-of-House Coordinator
Garage Restaurant and Bar
04.2025 - 10.2025
Recruit (Youth Development Program)
Sustainable Change for Development (SDC)
10.2024 - 03.2025
Psychological Support Assistant
UNESCO & Ministry of Higher Education
10.2024 - 12.2024
Psychology Assistant (Youth Mental Health Programs)
Sharek Youth Forum
09.2024 - 02.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology (Major), Sociology (Minor)
Birzeit University
Tawjihi Arts Degree -
Arab Evangelical Episcopal School