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William Wilson

William Wilson

Panama City Beach,FL

Summary

Dynamic author and counselor with a proven track record at Southern Fellowship, adept at fostering personal growth and emotional resilience. Skilled in crisis response and cognitive behavioral therapy, I have successfully mentored aspiring writers and clients alike, enhancing their storytelling and coping strategies through compassionate support and tailored action plans.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Author

Self Employed Writer
01.2000 - Current
  • Developed compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences and enhance readership.
  • Conducted extensive research to ensure accuracy and authenticity in published works.
  • Collaborated with editors and publishers to refine manuscripts for publication readiness.
  • Mentored aspiring writers, providing guidance on storytelling techniques and industry standards.

Counselor

Southern Fellowship
01.2012 - 03.2025
  • Assisted clients in identifying personal goals and developing action plans.
  • Provided support during counseling sessions, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.
  • Maintained accurate client records and documentation for follow-up services.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop resources and materials for client education.
  • Engaged in continuous learning to adapt counseling strategies based on best practices.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.

Missionary Bishop ACNA

Self Employed Web
01.2012 - 01.2025

Founded and served as president of AMISTAD MISSION.

We built an orphanage and provided for orphaned and abandoned children.

  • Organized and facilitated workshops to educate individuals on spiritual growth and personal development.
  • Mentored new missionaries, fostering skills in outreach strategies and cultural sensitivity.

Simultaneouslly, I served as 9ertified Canon for Pastoral Care of Clergy.

Volunteer Assistant Chaplain at Tutwiler Prison

Warden at Tutwiler Prison
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Provided spiritual support to individuals in crisis, fostering emotional healing and resilience.
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions, promoting community engagement and personal growth among participants.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop holistic care plans addressing spiritual needs of patients.
  • Led memorial services and rituals, ensuring respectful and meaningful experiences for families and communities.
  • Mentored junior chaplains, sharing best practices in pastoral care and professional development strategies.
  • Implemented initiatives to improve access to spiritual resources, increasing support for underserved populations.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback collection, driving continuous improvement in service delivery methods.
  • Enhanced spiritual support by providing compassionate, one-on-one counseling to individuals in need.
  • Developed and implemented engaging sermons, appealing to diverse audiences and addressing contemporary issues.
  • Fostered a welcoming environment by creating inclusive programming for individuals of all faiths and backgrounds.
  • Supported the lead chaplain in crisis intervention situations, providing immediate emotional support and guidance to those affected by traumatic events.
  • Improved community outreach by organizing regular volunteer opportunities for congregation members.
  • Delivered motivational talks for various groups within the organization, inspiring personal growth and encouraging spiritual exploration.
  • Served as a mentor to young adults, guiding them on their spiritual journeys and providing encouragement during times of transition.
  • Organized workshops focusing on personal growth, mindfulness meditation, stress management techniques for the benefit of congregants'' wellbeing.
  • Provided pastoral care for grieving families, offering emotional support during funeral planning and memorial services.
  • Developed and led engaging worship services, ensuring proper liturgical practices were followed and maintaining a rich spiritual atmosphere for attendees.
  • Collaborated with other religious leaders to organize interfaith events, fostering understanding and unity within the community.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Researched and prepared materials used in Bible study and daily devotions.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.

Education

Doctor of Ministry - Spirituality/ Pastoral Ministry

Drew University
New Jersey
01-2014

Skills

  • Preaching, teaching, personal spiritual counseling
  • Counseling
  • Mental health support
  • Self-care strategies
  • Building rapport
  • Career counseling
  • Crisis response
  • Anger management
  • Empathy development
  • Bilingual in Spanish and english
  • Relapse prevention
  • Suicide prevention
  • Client needs assessment
  • Multicultural competence
  • Peer counseling
  • Needs assessment
  • Care planning
  • Client counseling
  • Strong public speaker
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Behavior modification
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) expert
  • Social skills teacher
  • Life transitions
  • Public speaking
  • Clinical experience
  • Suicide risk assessments
  • Addictions specialist
  • Psychology
  • Therapy
  • Emotional support

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Level Three status as Prison Chaplain through effectively helping with pastoral care of inmates at Tutwiler Prison.
  • Founder of Amistad Mission
  • Invited by Drew University to teach METHODS OF CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE TO graduate students.

.Ordained bishop in the Anglican Church in North America.

Affiliations

  • ANGLICAN CHURCH IN NORTH AMERICA

Certification

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY DEGREE

LEVEL THREE PRISON CHAPLAIN

CANNON FOR PASTORAL CARE OF CLERGY

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Counselor

Southern Fellowship
01.2012 - 03.2025

Missionary Bishop ACNA

Self Employed Web
01.2012 - 01.2025

Volunteer Assistant Chaplain at Tutwiler Prison

Warden at Tutwiler Prison
01.2010 - 12.2012

Author

Self Employed Writer
01.2000 - Current

Doctor of Ministry - Spirituality/ Pastoral Ministry

Drew University