Liz Griswold
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Compassionate and committed to supporting and serving others in all they want to achieve. Able to engage and communicate clearly with others, fostering a positive and safe environment. Proficient in written and verbal communication, ensuring clear and effective interactions. Experienced in administrative tasks, including scheduling, document preparation, and event planning. Dedicated to ongoing personal and professional development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Biblical Counselor
Restore Christian Counseling
Richardson, TX
03.2020 - Current
- Participate in regular staff meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
- Assist clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during stressful times.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress.
- Create an environment that is safe and supportive.
- Develop crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult and unsafe situations.
- Facilitate communication between parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other pastoral staff involved in the individual's care.
- Establish collaborative relationships with parents and guardians in order to provide effective care for their children.
- Engage clients in goal-setting and action planning to promote personal growth and positive life changes.
- Inform clients regarding how Christian beliefs (their understanding of God and spiritual identity) shape everyday experiences and speak to the suffering we experience.
- Teach clients how to cultivate their relationship with God by engaging with nature.
Minister
The Village Church
Dallas, TX
01.2012 - 09.2019
- Provided leadership training programs designed to equip lay leaders within the church.
- Assisted in organizing special events such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, and other religious ceremonies.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church community.
- Visited homes of parishioners offering support during times of illness or distress.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals facing personal or spiritual crisis.
- Initiated new discipleship opportunities such as bible study classes and mentoring programs.
- Facilitated workshops on a variety of topics related to faith development and spiritual growth.
- Helped organize retreats for members of the congregation seeking spiritual renewal.
- Conducted Bible studies with small groups, providing spiritual guidance and comfort.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical Counseling
Redeemer Theological Seminary
Dallas, TX05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts - Photography
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2002
Skills
- Client communication
- Schedule management
- Case management
- Event planning
- Conflict resolution
- Record keeping
- Goal setting
- Counseling techniques
- Active listening
- Office equipment operations
- Multitasking and prioritization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Biblical Counselor
Restore Christian Counseling
03.2020 - Current
Minister
The Village Church
01.2012 - 09.2019
Master of Arts - Biblical Counseling
Redeemer Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts - Photography
Texas Tech University