Garlen Taylor

Chaplain ; Bus Driver CDL P

Windsor,CT

Work History

First Student

Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.

Market Place Chaplains

Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Offered mediation services between family members navigating challenging dynamics related to healthcare decisions.
Provided compassionate pastoral care in emergency departments, addressing the spiritual needs of patients experiencing acute distress or trauma.
Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
Mentored new chaplains, enhancing quality of spiritual care provided by institution.
Served as a trusted resource on religious traditions, customs, practices across various faiths within the hospital setting.
Conducted crisis intervention sessions with individuals experiencing severe emotional distress, providing comfort and support during critical times.
Developed relationships with patients and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.

Agape Fellowship

Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
Nurtured a culture of volunteerism within the church community by developing opportunities for individuals to contribute their unique skills and talents in service to others.
Strengthened community outreach efforts by implementing targeted programs, resulting in increased local impact and visibility.
Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
Managed church staff effectively, providing clear direction and support while maintaining accountability for performance outcomes.
Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
Elevated congregation engagement by developing thought-provoking sermons and promoting open discussions.

First Student

Market Place Chaplains

Agape Fellowship