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JESSIKA NIENHUIS

Benbrook,TX

Summary

Passionate disciple of Christ, with experience in biblical counseling, discipleship, and trauma-informed care for vulnerable populations. Leadership in ministry settings, social outreach, and youth mentorship. Committed to sharing the Gospel through grace-filled, relational service, and community engagement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Care Coordinator

The Paradox Church
12.2024 - Current
  • Handle care cases received by the church from Women seeking help. Making phone calls, meeting needs, and delegating help within the church. Take on Women disciple or counsel, pointing them to Christ and setting them up with community and help along the way.

Discipleship Making Cohort Leader

The Paradox Church
Benbrook, TX
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Lead a 10-week course that meets three times a week for discipleship and evangelism. Teach the curriculum, and discuss homework. Host prayer gatherings for women and Christians, and pray for other countries to know the gospel. Teach others how to evangelize in public, have gospel conversations, and pray for those we meet.

Counselor

Teen Reach Adventure Camp (TRAC)
Torrance, CA
08.2023 - 01.2025
  • Led foster youth through activities and trauma-informed discussions. Facilitated challenge courses to build emotional and physical resilience, teaching to trust God and others again.

Social Media Coordinator & Volunteer

The Restoration Project
Torrance, CA
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Plan content for a local non-profit serving the unhoused community. Post relatable, engaging content multiple times per week. I meet with the executive director monthly to discuss the content plan. Volunteer monthly at a weekend pop-up distributing needed goods to the unhoused.

Community Group Leader

King's Harbor Church
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Prepare and lead discussions following the weekly sermon from our church. Pray regularly for members of our group. Plan social outings and gatherings for our members.

Leadership Team

Mom's Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2022
  • Served on the leadership board for young moms seeking biblical help in navigating motherhood and discipleship with their children. Additionally, lead fundraising efforts, and organize social events.

Student Ministry Leader

King's Harbor Church
01.2017 - 12.2022
  • Instruct small groups & worship. Pray for and regularly check in on youth between meetings. Attend events for youth, such as school activities and summer camp.

Camp Counselor

Royal Family Kid’s Camp
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Praying, intense training, and background checks are required to serve foster youth for a week in July. Nurture kids by showering them with fun activities. Mentor two foster youth for a year, following their camp experience.

Skills

  • Biblical Counseling
  • Discipleship and Evangelism
  • Trauma-Informed Ministry
  • Event & Volunteer Coordination
  • Social Media Ministry
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Mandated Reporter Training for Adults working with Minors
  • Background Check & FBI Fingerprinting for Adults working with Minors
  • Trauma and Abuse Care for Foster Children
  • Associate of Arts in Theology– Texas University of Theology
  • Certified Biblical Counselor– Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

References

  • Paula, Gooch, (310)633-4692
  • Pastor, Nathan, (417)414-1977
  • Kai, Agena, (310)421-5884
  • Ben, Kelly, (765)242-2590

Timeline

Discipleship Making Cohort Leader

The Paradox Church
02.2025 - 04.2025

Care Coordinator

The Paradox Church
12.2024 - Current

Counselor

Teen Reach Adventure Camp (TRAC)
08.2023 - 01.2025

Social Media Coordinator & Volunteer

The Restoration Project
06.2022 - 12.2022

Community Group Leader

King's Harbor Church
01.2020 - 12.2022

Leadership Team

Mom's Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2022

Student Ministry Leader

King's Harbor Church
01.2017 - 12.2022

Camp Counselor

Royal Family Kid’s Camp
01.2015 - 01.2021
JESSIKA NIENHUIS