Erica Reyes
Savage,MD
Summary
Compassionate and supportive professional with a genuine interest in providing end-of-life care. Eager to learn and grow in this environment, with the ability to quickly acquire essential knowledge about palliative care practices and effective patient interaction skills. Ready to utilize and further develop active listening and empathy skills as a Chaplain to provide comfort and solace to those in need.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Volunteer Chaplain
Gilchrist
07.2024 - Current
- Visit patients/families and perform spiritual assessments
- Provide spiritual support and counseling to patients and caregivers
- Document all pertinent chaplain activities and audit patient charts
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to further enhance skills and knowledge in hospice care best practices.
- Promoted spiritual well-being among patients by offering prayer, meditation, or other forms of spiritual support based on individual beliefs or preferences.
- Participated in regular volunteer meetings, sharing insights and best practices with fellow hospice volunteers to continually improve the quality of care.
Clergy
C3 Christian Chesapeake Center
03.2024 - Current
- Assist and organize the homeless outreach
- Participate in church programs, supporting congregation and fundraising activities
- Facilitated spiritual growth and learning by creating and teaching comprehensive Bible study courses.
- Volunteer at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Coordinated mission trips for members interested in participating in global outreach efforts.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations to promote collaboration on various community initiatives.
- Led by example in personal and community stewardship efforts, inspiring members to live out their faith in environmental conservation and sustainability initiatives.
Pastoral Core Member
Sound of Heaven Church
10.2017 - 11.2022
- Led the greeting team and followed-up with new members via phone calls resulting in membership increasing
- Discipled new believers via foundations program leading to spiritual growth and maturity
- Led single’s ministry and weekly prayer night empowering fellow Christians to walk victorious
- Developed and managed social media campaign which increased online following
- Coordinated volunteer projects within the community to demonstrate the church''s commitment to service and compassion.
- Provided support for families facing challenges or crises by offering compassionate counsel rooted in Christian values and empathy.
- Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
Education
Clinical Pastoral Education - 2 units completed
ACPE/CPE
Bachelor of Business Management -
Farmingdale State College
Master of Divinity -
Liberty University
12-2024
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Nutrition support
- Reliability and punctuality
- Emotional support
- Bedside manner
- End-of-life care
- Self-awareness
- Palliative care
Qualifications Summary
- Compassionate and devoted ordained minister providing spiritual guidance for 7 years
- Maintains patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience in counseling patients concerning their spiritual, personal, and emotional needs
Timeline
Hospice Volunteer Chaplain
Gilchrist
07.2024 - Current
Clergy
C3 Christian Chesapeake Center
03.2024 - Current
Pastoral Core Member
Sound of Heaven Church
10.2017 - 11.2022
Clinical Pastoral Education - 2 units completed
ACPE/CPE
Bachelor of Business Management -
Farmingdale State College
Master of Divinity -
Liberty University
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