Maria Claudia Naranjo
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Seasoned professional with achievements in providing spiritual leadership to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Highly adept in preparing sermons, leading worship services and providing pastoral care and counseling. Skilled in directing day-to-day operations when developing programs to grow ministry and outreach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Ministerio Luz de la Esperanza para las naciones d
Woodside , NY
02.2019 - Current
- Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
- Created discipleship programs for youth and adults.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Met with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
- Organized special events such as weddings, baptisms, funerals.
- Led Bible study classes and facilitated small group discussions.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
- Compiled monthly reports summarizing progress towards meeting organizational objectives.
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for necessary care.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
Psychotherapist
Refugio de la niñez ONG
Guatemala. , Guatemala
01.2009 - 11.2017
- Provided psychotherapy services including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and family systems therapy.
- Maintained accurate records of all clinical activities using electronic medical record software.
- Assessed client needs by conducting initial intake interviews and administering diagnostic assessments.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Trained newly hired psychologists on clinic standards and procedures.
- Provided educational and outreach programs, prevention talks and other presentations to social service agencies, businesses and general public audiences.
Psychology Intern
Terapeuta Alternativa Uricasa S.A.
Guatemala. , Guatemala
06.2008 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans tailored to each client's individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, including risk assessment and safety planning.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or scheduling appointments.
- Assisted in the development of new program initiatives within the agency.
- Provided outreach workshops and lectures to educate local community.
- Wrote grant proposals to secure external funding for research.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Trauma Healing
Denver Seminary
Denver, CO12-2024
Graduate Certificate - Christian Ministry
NEW YORK THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
New York 05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Universidad Rafael Landivar
Guatemala.09-2015
Skills
- Inspirational leadership
- Mercy ministry
- Spiritual instruction
- Children's ministry
- Counseling
- Workflow coordination
- Operational reporting
- Administration skills
- Small group facilitation
- Strategic planning
- Organizational leadership
- Volunteer management
Personal References
- Brigitte Aquin(psicóloga clínica) (502)3002-5202
- Aura Álvarez (Voluntary at New Life)(917)647-0403
- Angela Callisaya (718)864-0139
- Chantal Aquin (781)718-1133
Timeline
Pastor
Ministerio Luz de la Esperanza para las naciones d
02.2019 - Current
Psychotherapist
Refugio de la niñez ONG
01.2009 - 11.2017
Psychology Intern
Terapeuta Alternativa Uricasa S.A.
06.2008 - 01.2011
Graduate Certificate - Trauma Healing
Denver Seminary
Graduate Certificate - Christian Ministry
NEW YORK THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Universidad Rafael Landivar