MOSES OKUNGU
COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGIST
Nairobi
Summary
Hardworking and reliable social scientist focused on going above and beyond to support the team and serve customers. Trained in Counseling Psychology and offering top-notch counseling skills and abilities. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as an all-around professional.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Registration Officer
National Council for Persons with Disability
Nairobi
02.2022 - Current
- I effectively designed systems and procedures to ensure the efficient registration of about 10,000 persons with disabilities.
- I coordinated inspection and validation of institutions and DPOs for registration and certification.
- I worked together with the system developer to make necessary modifications and upgrades to the system for ease of use and registration of PWDs.
- Together with my team, we liaised with KRA on all matters of tax/duty exemption of about 6,000 PWDs.
- I efficiently prepared and coordinated work plans and sensitization programs on registrations.
- Last but not least, I did any other duties as may be assigned by my supervisor.
Addiction Counselor
Support for addiction, prevention, and treatment in Africa (SAPTA), NAIROBI, Kenya
Nairobi
08.2019 - 07.2021
- I facilitated drug assessment and admission of over 300 clients into the rehabilitation center.
- I effectively conducted addiction counseling and Alcohol Anonymous classes throughout the period I worked at the institution.
- I successfully facilitated one-on-one counseling/ individual therapy.
- I conducted psycho-education on the dangers of drug abuse and ways to avoid relapse in 3 different sessions daily from Monday to Friday.
- Offering family therapy to the families of drug addicts three times a week to each of my clients.
Counseling Psychologist
SERENITY TREATMENT AND COUNSELING CENTER, Kiambu, Kenya
Kiambu
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Listened to patients' concerns, instructed on stress-management techniques, adjustment strategies for life changes, how to live normal lives and ways to improve relationships.
- Administered various tests and prevented major social, physical and mental disorders.
- Created, implemented and evaluated developmental outreach programs, presentations, workshops and other activities to facilitate patient growth.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Consulted with patients on issues pertaining to relationship issues, substance abuse, career and other problems.
- Met regularly with other counselors to assess individual cases and coordinate counseling services.
- Observed over 400 individuals and groups to assess, evaluate and predict behaviors.
- Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
- Collected medical, psychological, and family histories through interviews and records reviews.
Counselor-in-Training
KIAMBU LEVEL 4 HOSPITAL, KIAMBU, KIAMBU.
Kiambu
06.2017 - 10.2017
- I facilitated over 25 long-term support groups for substance abuse, personal issues, and other common concerns.
- Worked in tandem with the full-time counselor to handle assessments, treatment planning, and aftercare planning.
- Led over 25 group counseling sessions to help people with shared experiences find support.
- Interviewed individuals, parents or caregivers, school counselors, and other support sources to discuss problems, concerns, and needs.
- Helped deliver comprehensive counseling to individuals dealing with drug-related issues.
- Counseled individuals one-on-one to explore issues using evidencebased practices.
- Used effective techniques to contribute to emotional and social development.
- Evaluated progress to gauge success and suggest changes to treatment plans.
- Educated clients about available services and coordinated referrals.
- Used techniques such as role-playing and behavior modeling to change negative behaviors.
- Helped individuals set realistic goals and establish plans to achieve each target.
- Managed a successful private practice business with 12 client appointments per week.
- Worked with clients to develop important skills for coping with stress, depression, alcoholism, and other stressors
Education
Bachelor of Arts - COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
Kenyatta University
Kenya 09.2013 - 12.2018
Skills
File Maintenance
Problem-solving
Time management
Registration data intake
Client Relationships
Planning and Coordination
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Clerical Support
Teamwork and Collaboration
Written Communication
Excellent Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
Teambuilding
Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 new staff members at NCPWD.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of registration systems and procedures to ensure the efficient registration of about persons with disabilities.
- successfully, in liaison with Kenya Revenue Authority, assisted over 6000 PWD clients in getting Tax Exemption Certificates.
Certification
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND MENTORSHIP
Timeline
Registration Officer
National Council for Persons with Disability
02.2022 - Current
Addiction Counselor
Support for addiction, prevention, and treatment in Africa (SAPTA), NAIROBI, Kenya
08.2019 - 07.2021
Counseling Psychologist
SERENITY TREATMENT AND COUNSELING CENTER, Kiambu, Kenya
02.2018 - 09.2019
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND MENTORSHIP
09-2017
Counselor-in-Training
KIAMBU LEVEL 4 HOSPITAL, KIAMBU, KIAMBU.
06.2017 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
Kenyatta University
09.2013 - 12.2018