Maria Biggi
Nampa, ID,Idaho
Summary
A skillful and compassionate counseling student with knowledge and training for offering a holistic therapeutic approach and for utilizing evidence-based interventions for assisting clients with a range of mental health concerns. Seeking counseling internship placement beginning: May 2024
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Retreat Team Member
Rachel's Vineyard Post-Abortion Healing Retreats
05.2020 - Current
- Welcomed retreatants and supported both core team and retreatant needs.
- Assisted with music and coordinating prayer vigils to facilitate a peaceful and healing environment for women struggling with post-abortive trauma.
Music Minister
Church
08.2013 - Current
- Assisted with music for Sunday church services, prayer nights, funerals, and weddings.
- Organized and led music for Christian retreats and community outreach.
Piano Teacher
Self-employed
07.2011 - Current
- Instructed elementary school-aged children in piano theory and technique.
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement.
- Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through fostering natural gifts and encouraging creative expression.
- Discussed child's strengths and progress with parents to facilitate new learning opportunities.
- Helped students continue progressing by regularly evaluating abilities, needs, interests, and customizing teaching approaches.
Babysitter
Self-employed
08.2006 - Current
- Cared for toddler and elementary-aged children.
- Created safe environment for children and developed appropriate boundaries and rules.
- Maintained a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Established trust through consistent communication with both parents and children.
Hostess
Touchmark Senior Living Community
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Greeted incoming residents and guests and escorted to assigned dining area and present menus.
- Educated residents and guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
- Regularly communicated and coordinated with kitchen and serving staff to properly handle dining room details, address concerns, and provide best services to residents and guests.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Divine Mercy University
Arlington, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with a Theology Minor
University of Portland
Portland, OR12-2019
Skills
- Compassionate
- Personable
- Strong Communication
- Collaborative
- Diligent worker
- Organized
- Creative
Timeline
Retreat Team Member
Rachel's Vineyard Post-Abortion Healing Retreats
05.2020 - Current
Hostess
Touchmark Senior Living Community
01.2019 - 01.2021
Music Minister
Church
08.2013 - Current
Piano Teacher
Self-employed
07.2011 - Current
Babysitter
Self-employed
08.2006 - Current
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Divine Mercy University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with a Theology Minor
University of Portland
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