Deann Deveau
Bangor,ME
Summary
Compassionate School Chaplain with a track record of highly productive work in spiritual guidance, crisis intervention, and educational support. Specialize in creating inclusive environments for students of all backgrounds, facilitating meaningful discussions on ethics and values, and providing empathetic pastoral care. Excel in communication, active listening, and empathy, ensuring effective engagement with students, staff, and the wider school community.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Penobscot Christian School
Bangor, Maine
08.2023 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Organized workshops and seminars for parents on topics such as bullying, anxiety, stress management and college readiness.
- Conducted assessments of students' cognitive abilities, interests, personality traits and career aspirations.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Assisted families in understanding resources available within the community to address their needs.
- Created referral networks with outside mental health professionals for additional support services when needed.
- Advised students on course selection decisions based on their goals and strengths.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with faculty members to discuss student progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all learners.
- Monitored attendance records and identified patterns of absenteeism that may indicate underlying issues requiring attention.
- Performed outreach activities within the school community to increase awareness about available counseling services.
- Provided guidance regarding college admissions process including scholarship applications, financial aid options and application deadlines.
- Organized extracurricular activities designed to promote self-esteem, team building skills and healthy relationships between peers.
- Consulted with administrators to create policies addressing student behavior concerns or disciplinary actions.
- Served as a liaison between schools, families, agencies and other stakeholders involved in providing appropriate supports for students.
- Aided students in college and career readiness process, helping with course selection and career assessments.
- Evaluated students' academic and career plans to assist in setting realistic goals.
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Established and supervised peer-counseling and peer-tutoring programs.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
- Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events, fully coordinating job fairs and career workshops.
Paraprofessional
Bangor School Dept
Bangor, Maine
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Organized field trips and other school activities as requested by teachers or administrators.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
Chaplain Intern
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, Maine
02.2016 - 08.2020
- Provided spiritual care and support to patients, families, and staff in a health care setting.
- Facilitated religious services for diverse faith traditions.
- Developed and implemented programs to address the spiritual needs of individuals in the hospital environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Researched current trends in health care ethics, theology, and pastoral counseling techniques.
- Provided guidance on ethical issues related to medical treatments and procedures.
- Cultivated relationships with community clergy members who could assist in providing spiritual resources for patients.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team conferences concerning patient progress or changes in treatment plan.
- Engaged in ongoing education about various faith traditions as well as relevant healthcare topics.
- Maintained records of all spiritual care provided to patients.
- Collaborated closely with individuals to better understand unique issues and determine appropriate levels of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Sat with patients in need of companionship and emotional support.
Patient Access Representative
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, Maine
03.2013 - 09.2018
- Greeted patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Processed patient admissions, registrations, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
- Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
- Assisted with scheduling outpatient appointments.
- Responded to patient inquiries regarding billing or financial matters.
- Ensured accuracy of all data entered into computer system.
- Created new patient accounts in EMR system as needed.
- Performed pre-registration functions such as verifying demographic information, obtaining authorizations, and collecting deposits and co-payments.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Answered phones promptly in a professional manner.
- Facilitated communication between patients, staff members, and third party payers.
Culinary Specialist
NAVY-USN
Gulfport, USA
02.2005 - 05.2012
- Company Overview: Commander, Navy Personnel Command (Pers-912), Millington, TN 38055
- Culinary Specialist 'A' School, 3wks, 0505
- CBR Ops Field and Team Training, 2wks, 1007
- Commander, Navy Personnel Command (Pers-912), Millington, TN 38055
- Effective date of Temporary Retirement: 29MAY12 with Non-Combat related Disability at 60 percent
- Character of service: HONORABLE
Education
Master of Arts - Divinity (75 Hour Chaplaincy)
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA09-2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Maine
Orono, ME12-2016
CBR Ops Field and Team Training -
10.2007
Culinary Specialist "A" School -
05.2005
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Spiritual Guidance
- Crisis Counseling
- Community Service
- Individual Counseling
- Problem-solving abilities
- Crisis Intervention
- Goal Setting
- Grief counseling
- Active Listening
- Confidential services
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Career advising
- Cultural Competency
- School counseling
- Performance Evaluations
- Academic advising
- Career Planning
- Academic advisement
- Academic Support
- Community resource intelligence
- Student Counseling
- Listening actively
Decorations
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Navy Good Conduct Medal (2)
- Expert Rifleman Medal
- Navy 'E' Ribbon
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Armed Forces Service Medal
- Flag Letter of Commendation
Dates
02/2005, NA
Signatures
Deveau, 05/09/12, LS. WEILAND, GS7, HR SUPERVISOR, 05/09/12
Socialsecuritynumber
70-7664
Grade
CS2
Paygrade
ES
Mailingaddress
23 Carroll Street, Bangor, ME, 04401
Homeofrecord
23 Carroll Street, Bangor, ME, 04401
Nearestrelative
Petty and Roger Kennedy, Mother/Father, 23 Carroll Street, Bangor, ME, 04401
Militaryeducation
- Culinary Specialist 'A' School, 3, 05/2005
- CBR Ops Field and Team Training, 2, 10/2007
Serviceinformation
NAVY-USN, MEPS, Portland, ME, 04101-3403, NCBC Gulfport, MS, PSD Gulfport, MS, 39501, 05/28/12, 06/15/10, Temporary Disability Retired List, HONORABLE, DISABILITY, TEMPORARY
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/07/85
Timeline
School Counselor
Penobscot Christian School
08.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Bangor School Dept
09.2018 - 08.2023
Chaplain Intern
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
02.2016 - 08.2020
Patient Access Representative
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
03.2013 - 09.2018
Culinary Specialist
NAVY-USN
02.2005 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Divinity (75 Hour Chaplaincy)
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Maine