Paul Parach Majak
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Para Counselor
Kenya Red Cross Socity
04.2019 - 09.2023
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Phychosocial Counselor
Center For Victims Of Torture
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
SGBV Community Worker
Danish Refugee Council
12.2013 - 10.2015
- Assisted clients with obtaining housing, employment and support resources.
- Helped create comprehensive program to meet Type needs.
- Cultivated strong network of providers delivering necessary assistance to Type community.
- Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
- Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
- Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
Education
Certificate - Supply Chain Managenent
Gretsa University
Thika Kiamba ,kenya12.2014
High Certificate - General Studies
Ifo Secondary School
Dadaab Refugee Camp,kenya12.2011
Skills
- Time Management
- Team Building Facilitation
- Flexibility
- Stress Management
- Youth Mentoring
- Group Management
Accomplishments
- Co-Founder of Halgan CBO/WLO a organisation specializing in community empowerment in Gender base violence mitigation and awareness creation women and girls.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Dinka language
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Limited Working
Arabic juba
Elementary
Timeline
Para Counselor
Kenya Red Cross Socity
04.2019 - 09.2023
Phychosocial Counselor
Center For Victims Of Torture
06.2016 - 08.2020
SGBV Community Worker
Danish Refugee Council
12.2013 - 10.2015
Certificate - Supply Chain Managenent
Gretsa University
High Certificate - General Studies
Ifo Secondary School
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