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Dr. Ron L Adams

Las Cruces,CO

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

School Chaplain and High School Bible TeacherBilingual Chaplain Spiritual Care Coordinator & Bereavement Grief Care SupportInterfaith Program Manager/Administrator and Volunteer Recruiter and TrainerAssociate Pastor, Executive Administrator in Staffing, Management Facilities Operations and Pastoral CareHospice Chaplain

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Las Cruces, COEl Paso, TXAlbuquerque, NM
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

65000/yr - 85000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePaid sick leavePaid time offPersonal development programsWork from home optionTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Experienced leader with over number years in pastoral care and spiritual leadership, driving community growth and individual transformation through gospel principles. Proven track record in organizational leadership, ministry program development, and strategic planning focused on mission-oriented outcomes.

Overview

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years of professional experience

Work History

School Chaplain and High School Bible Teacher

American International School
08.2024 - 05.2026
  • Planned and executed weekly chapel services by recruiting staff and spiritually mature students
  • Orchestrated and executed the annual spiritual emphasis week with pastors and worship teams from area churches
  • Planned and organized the Day-Without-Walls for students and staff to volunteer for a day to area NGOs, nonprofits, and community ministries.
  • Daily taught classes 7:30am-3:30pm or worked in class preparing.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, counseling and support to students and staff as needed.
  • Participated in all school events and special days activities for holiday celebrations.
  • Rotated with other staff for before, during and after school activities as student monitor.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • 21 months

Bilingual Chaplain Spiritual Care Coordinator & Bereavement Grief Care Support

Ambercare Hospice Addus Home Care
01.2019 - 06.2024
  • Provided direct spiritual support and end of life counsel to patients and families in keeping with the spiritual beliefs of the patient and family.
  • Served as a member of one or more Interdisciplinary Team (IDG) and attend staff meetings.
  • Completed spiritual assessment for patients admitted to hospice care within five days of receiving referral from admitting RN Patient Case Manager.
  • Participated in patient care conferences at assisted living facilities by exploring and assessing the diverse spiritual needs of patients/families.
  • Provided educational programs for hospice staff, community clergy, religious and lay representatives as appropriate
  • Worked with staff, clergy and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness or loss.
  • Developed and maintained a resource group list of clergy to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.
  • Maintained contact with community clergy regarding patients’ spiritual needs as needed.
  • Facilitated sacraments and rituals to patients of Catholic faith through the local Catholic Diocese.
  • Maintained proper documentation of pastoral care visits to patients and their families with Home Care Home Base medical electronic records.
  • Performed occasional liturgical assignments such as the annual and monthly memorial services with staff.
  • Conducted or makes arrangements for funeral or memorial life celebration services when requested.
  • Managed the provision of bereavement services in accordance with hospice policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Served in on-call chaplaincy services when requested.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Received high praise evaluations and salary increases.
  • 5 years 6 months

Interfaith Program Manager/Administrator and Volunteer Recruiter and Trainer

Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility, NMCD
06.2013 - 07.2017
  • Responsibilities and accomplishments
  • Coordinated, directed and supported all aspects of faith-based volunteer programs including: recruiting, training & other activities necessary for volunteer service
  • Planned the monthly scheduling of faith-based programs of all faiths for all inmates
  • Managed, facilitated & coordinated program services & studies program for about twenty-five faith groups
  • Directed quarterly training for over 190 community volunteers conducting over 60 weekly faith-based activities
  • Developed calendar schedules for all faith-based volunteer programs & develops volunteer clearance security lists
  • Provided supervision evaluation & oversight of over sixty weekly faith-based volunteers & volunteer services with over 350 inmates in weekly attendance.
  • Facilitated background screening of both laity, clergy, civic and vocational volunteers
  • Ensured that all faith-based programs are following institutional & correctional agency compliance, policies & industry standards
  • Maintained statistical records reporting on faith-based programs & services to Warden, and Deputy Wardens of Administration and Operations
  • Provided updates presentations to newly-arrived offenders, orients them to current faith-based programs & faith-based materials
  • Distributed faith-based literature, books & Bible study courses
  • Coordinated the listing of program data & meets weekly, monthly & quarterly reporting deadlines
  • Responded to requests for special faith-based diets cooperating in food service & medical
  • Visited inmates in the dorms, pod units & tiers to address spiritual, ethical & religious matters
  • Provided pastoral/biblical & personal spiritual counseling to over twenty five different faiths
  • Counseled and prayed with inmates, COs, staff & administration regularly
  • Baptized 42 men in last year, but over 100 in tenure. Wardens and ranking COs said they had never heard of 1 baptism in over 20 years before this Chaplain.
  • Managed clothes closet providing clothes for 512 men
  • Received high evaluation in annual review exceeding performance of job duties going beyond call of duty and expectations.
  • 4 years 1 month

Benefits Consultant Independent Agent

American Family Assurance Company AFLAC
06.2012 - 06.2013
  • Responsibilities and accomplishments:
  • Prospecting leads by cold calling on businesses and decision makers 20-25 per day
  • Setting appointments with decision makers/managers/owners/employers
  • Consulting with employers educating them on new models of the healthcare system reforms
  • Demonstrating products and benefits building relationships with employers/owners/decision makers
  • Presenting products and benefits to employees promoting the AFLAC services
  • Enrolling employees with insurance and benefits according to individual/family needs
  • Servicing clients and assisting in the claims process
  • 1 year

Associate Pastor, Executive Administrator in Staffing, Management Facilities Operations and Pastoral Care

Sierra Vista Community Church
02.2009 - 03.2012
  • Joined the organization to lead in the development of administration, policies, supervision, evaluation and management of staff, operations, facilities, strategy plans, programs and projects. Responsibilities and accomplishments:
  • Facilitation-authorized and/or collaborated in funding of management team approved or budgeted projects.
  • Administration of policies and procedures implementation and conflict management in collaboration with the management team.
  • Facilitated the administrative and operational functions of company. Including: the strategic planning, and human resources, conflict resolution, negotiating, facilitation skills, staffing, office operations, strategic planning maintenance of building and grounds; including: safety and security of building and property.
  • Empowered by the management team to make administrative decisions concerning the on-going programmatic schedules and operations of the institution.
  • Collaboration with management team in financial planning, project management, monitoring, formulation and implementation of annual budget.
  • Consultation-processed agreements, contracts, work purchase orders, for services, equipment, building and facilities, etc.
  • Managed all Human Resources for recruiting, hiring, firing, job descriptions, supervision and staff evaluations; encompassing: employee relations, organizational design, organizational effectiveness, talent development conflict resolution, negotiating, facilitation skills and related HR management issues.
  • Received excellent annual performance evaluations exceeding the requirements and responsibilities of job.
  • 3 years 1 month

Education

Spanish Language Proficiency -

Instituto De Lengua Española
San José. Costa Rica
12.1985

Bachelor - Church Ministry

Mid Continent University and Bible College
Mayfield, KY

Doctor of Ministry (DMin) - Church Ministry And Missions Management

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
05.1998

Master of Divinity - Church Ministry, Religious Educational Studies,

Southern Baptist Theology Seminary
05.1984

Skills

Counseling in pastoral care

Preparation of sermons

Leadership in prayer initiatives

Creation of supportive environments

Management of chaplaincy duties

Guidance on spiritual issues

Support for grieving individuals

Ministry across faiths

Effective teamwork strategies

Flexibility and multitasking abilities

Reliability through active listening

Building strong relationships in community settings

Professionalism in officiating events

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

School Chaplain and High School Bible Teacher

American International School
08.2024 - 05.2026

Bilingual Chaplain Spiritual Care Coordinator & Bereavement Grief Care Support

Ambercare Hospice Addus Home Care
01.2019 - 06.2024

Interfaith Program Manager/Administrator and Volunteer Recruiter and Trainer

Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility, NMCD
06.2013 - 07.2017

Benefits Consultant Independent Agent

American Family Assurance Company AFLAC
06.2012 - 06.2013

Associate Pastor, Executive Administrator in Staffing, Management Facilities Operations and Pastoral Care

Sierra Vista Community Church
02.2009 - 03.2012

Spanish Language Proficiency -

Instituto De Lengua Española

Bachelor - Church Ministry

Mid Continent University and Bible College

Doctor of Ministry (DMin) - Church Ministry And Missions Management

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Master of Divinity - Church Ministry, Religious Educational Studies,

Southern Baptist Theology Seminary

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