Santos Ruiz Jr Ruiz

Santos Ruiz Jr Ruiz is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in mental health counseling, military training coordination, and pastoral leadership. Currently serving as a Mental Health Counselor at University Behavioral Center since August 2014, Santos assists clients facing emotional, mental, and dependency challenges. In dual roles at General Dynamics, Santos has been a Senior Training Coordinator since August 2009, responsible for curriculum development and instruction for the Basic Non Commissioned Officer Common Core Distributed Learning Course, utilizing expertise garnered from military training. With over 10 years of pastoral experience, Santos has led various congregations, including as an Ordained Pastor at Iglesia de Dios Manantial en el Desierto since February 2002. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Arts in Counseling from Webster University and multiple degrees from Howard Payne University. Additionally, Santos has a robust military background, serving in various capacities within the U.S. Army from 1980 to 2002.