Brian Turner
Sierra Vista,AZ
Summary
Accomplished professional devoted to students' needs. Focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems negatively impacting wellbeing or academic success. Goes above and beyond every year to enhance individual and group experiences and help each reach full potential.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator
Valor Hospice Care
Sierra Vista, AZ
06.2022 - Current
- Assessed spiritual needs and provided timely and supportive consultation to patients/families/caregivers.
- Generated an effective and comprehensive plan for spiritual care, working closely with the interdisciplinary team
- Collaborated with IDT members to enhance and streamline the plan of care for spiritual services
- Ensured incorporation of all essential direct services, including spiritual and/or religious community resources, into the plan of care as directed by IDT.
- Performed assigned patient and family pre-bereavement contacts as outlined in the Hospice Plan of Care.
- Performed assessment tasks such as conducting Bereavement Assessments and visiting locations as assigned, while maintaining accurate records
- Conducted spiritual assessments of patients and families in order to identify their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
- Provided pastoral care for the patient and family members through visits, phone calls, and other means of communication.
- Developed individualized plans for spiritual care based on each patient's unique background and beliefs.
- Facilitated grief counseling sessions with individuals or groups to help them cope with loss.
- Organized weekly support groups for those who have experienced a loved one's death from terminal illness.
- Led memorial services for deceased patients as requested by their families.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide holistic care to meet the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients.
- Assisted families in making end-of-life decisions such as completing advance directives.
- Counseled family members on how to cope with feelings of guilt associated with a terminal illness.
- Created educational materials about hospice topics such as end-of-life decision making for use in staff education sessions or community outreach events.
Secondary Performing Arts Teacher
Benson High School
Benson, AZ
07.2019 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive performing arts curriculum for students in grades 9-12
- Instructed classes on the fundamentals of music theory, vocal training, and stage performance.
- Organized and directed student performances throughout the year.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Mentored students in developing their own unique style of performance art.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated interactive activities to keep students engaged.
- Encouraged collaboration between students to foster creativity and teamwork skills.
- Offered extracurricular tutoring to help struggling students understand and comprehend material.
- Coordinated with school, students and parents regarding afterschool rehearsals and performances.
- Managed multiple short-term and long-term projects to increase student and parental involvement in performing arts.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression.
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
- Integrated technology in classroom by showing educational videos and promoting [Action].
- Developed individualized programs meeting abilities, interests and needs of students while adhering to state-wide policies.
- Researched new ideas or materials related to performing arts education that could be used within the classroom environment.
- Supported parents by keeping them informed about their child's progress throughout the school year.
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing effective discipline strategies when necessary.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement while encouraging them to reach their highest potential.
Hospice Social Worker/Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator
CWLJ Hospice
Willcox, AZ
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Assess spiritual needs and provide consultation to patients/families/caregivers in a timely and supportive manner
- Contact clergy or spiritual counselors to assist in the spiritual care of patients and family members upon request
- Develop and document a plan for spiritual care, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team
- Attend IDT for the review, revision/update, and overall coordination of the plan of care for spiritual services
- Complete all documentation in relation to the established plan of care
- Maintain a working list of local community resources for spiritual and religious supportive services
- Incorporate all needed direct services including spiritual and/or religious community resources into the plan of care as deemed necessary and/or directed by IDT
- Conduct pre-bereavement contacts with the patient and family as assigned in the Hospice Plan of Care
- Conduct Bereavement Assessments, visits, and other contacts as assigned, creating appropriate documentation
- Network with faith communities for the purposes of teaching about the hospice philosophy
Medical Challenges
Severe Heart Failure
01.2002 - 07.2015
- 13 years of medical disability
- resulted in LVAD insertion in 2007 at Mayo Clinic Rochester
- ended in Heart Transplant in 2025 at Mayo Clinic Phoenix
AZPOST Peace Officer
Graham County, AZ and San Carlos Apache Tribe
Thatcher, AZ
06.1997 - 01.2002
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and enforced state laws.
- Assisted in the investigation of criminal activity and provided evidence to prosecutors.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and maintained order during disturbances.
- Searched suspects, vehicles, and premises for contraband or evidence of a crime.
- Investigated accidents scenes, collected evidence, and prepared reports of findings.
- Interacted with victims of crime to provide support and assistance as needed.
- Interviewed witnesses, victims, suspects, and informants regarding criminal activity.
Teacher
Thatcher Unified School District
Thatcher, AZ
07.1990 - 05.1997
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive band program for students aged 10-18.
- Created and taught courses in music theory, sight reading, ensemble techniques, and conducting.
- Organized and conducted regular rehearsals with high school bands to prepare for performances.
- Directed musical ensembles in concerts, festivals, competitions, and other public events.
- Provided individual instruction to students on instrument technique and performance skills.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Church Ministry
The SURE Foundation
06.2008
Masters Degree - Educational Administration
University of Phoenix
05.1988
Bachelor's Degree - Music Education
Heidelberg College
06.1985
Skills
- Family Support
- Crisis Management
- Self-Care Practices
- Empathy Development
- Motivational Interviewing
- Religious knowledge
- Family Mediation
- Bereavement counseling
- Professional boundaries
- Ethical guidance
- Stress management assistance
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Individual Counseling
- Relationship Building
Desired Location
Sierra Vista, AZ
Personal Information
Title: Hospice Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator
Affiliations
- Music
- Ministry
- Travel
- Family
Accomplishments
- 3 time Eastern Arizona Band Director of the Year 1991, 1992, 1993
- Arizona Highly Qualified Teacher
Certification
- Arizona Teaching License June 2029
- Valid Class I Fingerprint Card
- Ordained Non-Denominational Minister
- Former AZPOST Peace Officer
- Former AZPOST Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator
Valor Hospice Care
06.2022 - Current
Secondary Performing Arts Teacher
Benson High School
07.2019 - 05.2024
Hospice Social Worker/Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator
CWLJ Hospice
08.2015 - 06.2019
Medical Challenges
Severe Heart Failure
01.2002 - 07.2015
AZPOST Peace Officer
Graham County, AZ and San Carlos Apache Tribe
06.1997 - 01.2002
Teacher
Thatcher Unified School District
07.1990 - 05.1997
Bachelor's Degree - Church Ministry
The SURE Foundation
Masters Degree - Educational Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree - Music Education
Heidelberg College
- Arizona Teaching License June 2029
- Valid Class I Fingerprint Card
- Ordained Non-Denominational Minister
- Former AZPOST Peace Officer
- Former AZPOST Trainer
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