Charles Somers
West Springfield
Summary
Ministry professional equipped to drive spiritual growth and community outreach. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving meaningful outcomes. Skilled in mentorship, program development, and public speaking. Adaptable and reliable, able to meet evolving needs with grace and consistency
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Ministry Intern
Pioneer Valley Church of Christ
Chicopee, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Enhance ministry outreach and promote community through organization of community events for families and youth.
- Served as an effective mentor to young leaders within the ministry, offering guidance on their spiritual journey and vocational discernment process.
- Build relationships with, and advising teenagers with doctrinal studies, and Bible based advising.
Campus Ministry Intern
Pioneer Valley Church of Christ
Chicopee, MA
08.2024 - Current
- Strove to grow the campus ministry through multiple avenues of evangelism and bible studies with students on campus
- Enhanced spiritual growth by leading weekly Bible studies and group discussions.
- Delivered engaging talks during large group meetings, inspiring spiritual growth amongst students.
- Assisted in recruiting and training new student leaders for continuous ministry success.
Residential Support Specialist
CHD Community Behavioral Health Center
Chicopee, MA
08.2024 - Current
- Manage crises effectively by employing conflict resolution skills when dealing with challenging behaviors or situations involving residents.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident's needs and goals in support of their return to community.
- Provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation, and recovery.
- Develop and build relationships with clients and provide informal counseling and guidance.
Receptionist
Ingleside Behavioral Health
Holyoke, MA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Communicated with clients regarding requests for medications, questions, and scheduling of therapeutic and psychiatric appointments.
- Managed the intake process of new cliental for both psychiatric and therapeutic appointments.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
Education
Bachelor of Biology -
University of Massachusetts Amherst
12-2024
Skills
- Desire to Learn and Grow
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Youth Ministry
- Discipleship Training
- Small Group Facilitation
- Mentoring Students
- Preaching
- Disability Awareness
- Effective Communication
- Event Organization
Timeline
Campus Ministry Intern
Pioneer Valley Church of Christ
08.2024 - Current
Residential Support Specialist
CHD Community Behavioral Health Center
08.2024 - Current
Youth Ministry Intern
Pioneer Valley Church of Christ
01.2023 - Current
Receptionist
Ingleside Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Biology -
University of Massachusetts Amherst