Marlene Sunnasy

Work History

Counsellor

Refresh Family Church

Birmingham , AL

03.2023 - Current

Helped clients find solutions by teaching appropriate intervention techniques.
Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
Worked with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment interventions.
Documented patient progress through counseling and interaction.
Documented meetings, interventions and contacts with clients to optimize care.
Identified clinical or case management needs to promote quality of care.
Assigned group or family sessions to assist with modifying problem behaviors.
Researched best practices in the field of counseling in order to stay current on evidence based treatments.
Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.
Coached clients on how to manage emotions effectively while also teaching them how to recognize warning signs of distress before it becomes overwhelming.
Provided individual and group counseling sessions for clients.
Developed treatment plans to address client needs.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
Helped couples work through serious issues and restore relationships or part amicably.

Executive Pastor

Siloam Word of Truth

Brakpan, Johannesburg, South Africa

02.2001 - 02.2023

Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
Managed all aspects of ministry.
Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
Liaised with church staff and ministry discuss church growth objectives.
Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility.
Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists or doctors for necessary care.
Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.

Facilitator

Siloam School of Learning and Development

Brakpan, Johannesburg, South Africa

06.2019 - 02.2023

Ensure active participation of learners, Ensure mutual understanding of learners, Prepare assignments and record outcome of learners.
Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students utilizing wide variety of innovative teaching aids and motivational and implementation strategies.
Participated in conferences, trainings and meetings related to areas of assigned responsibility.
Facilitated weekly sessions in community using designated curriculum.
Trained to properly and compassionately interact with clients coming from all walks of life and all life situations.
Encouraged participation and provided focus and guidance for discussions within group.

Executive Director

Lazarus Legacy Foundation

Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa

02.2019 - Current

Established strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives.
Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.
Informed board and committee about trends, issues and activities to facilitate policy-making.
Assessed potential collaboration opportunities to enhance organizational value and improve efficiency.
Reviewed and approved annual operating and capital budgets for company.
Stayed up-to-date on best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness.
Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
Recommended appropriate staffing techniques to meet demands and manage costs.
Strengthened company business by leading implementation of new projects and procedures.
Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.

Executive Director

Bathshua Community Focus

Brakpan, Johannesburg, South Africa

08.2018 - Current

Established strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives.
Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.
Informed board and committee about trends, issues and activities to facilitate policy-making.
Reviewed and approved annual operating and capital budgets for company.
Stayed up-to-date on best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness.
Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
Recommended appropriate staffing techniques to meet demands and manage costs.
Determined methods and procedures for staffing requirements and allotment of funds to various departments and projects.
Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.

Non-Executive Director

Joseph Business School (South Africa)

Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa

08.2019 - Current

Informed board and committee about trends, issues and activities to facilitate policy-making.
Assessed potential collaboration opportunities to enhance organizational value and improve efficiency.
Stayed up-to-date on best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness.
Recommended appropriate staffing techniques to meet demands and manage costs.
Determined methods and procedures for staffing requirements and allotment of funds to various departments and projects.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Counsellor

Executive Pastor

Facilitator

Executive Director

Executive Director

Non-Executive Director

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Skills

Certification

Membership

Work Availability

Timeline

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