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Maurice A Clarke

Miramar,FL

Summary

Experienced Social Worker bringing 24 years' success in spiritual leadership to growing church. Adept in building integrated long-term plans guiding ministries in educational and spiritual formation. Ready to bring expertise in organizational management, program administration and community outreach to growing church. Motivated Social Worker committed to guiding followers of Christ in worship, evangelism, discipleship and service. Offering more than 24 years' expertise in pastoral leadership with success in implementing mission and vision set forth by church leaders. Prepared to bring 24-year background to growing community.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastor/Counselor

Central Light Grace Chapel, Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2000 - Current
  • Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
  • Met with individuals seeking counseling or advice on personal matters.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
  • Engaged in public speaking engagements at civic organizations or other churches.
  • Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
  • Performed outreach activities in the community by visiting hospitals, prisons, nursing homes.
  • Spearheaded community outreach programs.
  • Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks related to church operations such as managing budgets, scheduling staff meetings.
  • Developed long-term strategies for growth of the ministry.
  • Provided oversight for all staff positions within the organization.
  • Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
  • Coordinated fundraising activities to meet financial goals of the organization.

Mental Health Counselor

Women In Distress, Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2004 - 03.2027
  • Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
  • Assisted in crisis intervention when needed to provide immediate support for clients in distress.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss client cases and review treatment plans.
  • Documented service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
  • Assisted clients with identifying feelings and behaviors by asking open-ended questions.
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
  • Applied advanced counseling techniques to define patient and family issues.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Conferred with clients to discuss treatment options and therapy goals.
  • Offered referrals to community resources that could assist clients in meeting their needs.
  • Monitored client safety by assessing risk factors associated with suicide or self-harm behaviors.
  • Provided case management services including linking clients to necessary social services or community supports.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to current trends in the field of mental health counseling.

Case Manager Supervisor

Kristi House - Miami
Miami, FL
01.2008 - 04.2011
  • Maintained confidential records regarding clients' medical history, treatment plans and progress toward goals.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure that all client needs were met.
  • Monitored caseloads for timely completion of tasks and client outcomes.
  • Assisted Case Managers with problem solving difficult cases or developing individualized service plans.
  • Served as a liaison between the organization and external agencies providing support services for clients.
  • Reviewed current best practices in case management processes and made recommendations for improvement.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with Case Managers to review cases and discuss any issues or concerns.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations and organizational standards related to case management services.
  • Provided resources and referrals to clients as needed.
  • Advised Case Managers on appropriate interventions based on individual client needs.
  • Developed strategies to improve workflow efficiency in order to meet performance objectives.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings with other health professionals to coordinate services for complex cases.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from internal and external customers regarding case management services.
  • Resolved conflicts between clients, families, care providers, and other stakeholders involved in the case management process.
  • Created educational materials on topics related to case management such as documentation requirements or crisis intervention techniques.
  • Analyzed data from reports on caseloads, outcomes and trends in order to identify areas of improvement.
  • Coordinated community outreach activities designed to increase awareness of available resources among potential clients.
  • Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
  • Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
  • Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
  • Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
  • Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
  • Recruited, interviewed, and hired volunteers and staff.

Education

Master of Arts - Divinity

Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Chicago, IL
08-2017

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology (Cum Laude)

Trinity International University
Deerfield, IL
12-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Group And Interpersonal Communication

Trinity International University
Deerfield, IL
05-2001

Ph.D. - Doctor of Ministry

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Affiliations

  • I am an international man, I enjoy interacting with a diversity of cultures
  • Great Public speaker
  • Speak Jamaican Creole Exceptionally Well
  • Enjoy playing ping Pong, Dominos, English cricket, listening to different types of music
  • Enjoy cooking, especially Caribbean cuisine

Languages

English
Professional
Jamaican Creole
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Awarded by the City of Lauderdale Lakes " Pastor's Day, July 8, 2012, by Mayor Barrington Russell.
  • Notary Public
  • Community Service Award, Frankfield, Clarendon, W.I

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Case Manager Supervisor

Kristi House - Miami
01.2008 - 04.2011

Mental Health Counselor

Women In Distress, Inc
02.2004 - 03.2027

Pastor/Counselor

Central Light Grace Chapel, Inc
01.2000 - Current

Master of Arts - Divinity

Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology (Cum Laude)

Trinity International University

Bachelor of Arts - Group And Interpersonal Communication

Trinity International University

Ph.D. - Doctor of Ministry

Regent University

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