Heidi Lundquist
Kutztown
Summary
Compassionate Spiritual Care Professional with expertise in providing emotional and spiritual support in hospice settings. Demonstrated knowledge in grief counseling, patient advocacy, and end-of-life care, utilizing empathetic communication and active listening to meet patient and family needs. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, fostering trust and comfort in challenging situations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Spiritual Counselor
Bayada Hospice
09.2021 - Current
- Provide spiritual care and counseling to patients and their families, respecting their individual beliefs, values, and cultural practices.
- Conduct assessments of spiritual needs and develop care plans accordingly.
- Offer support and comfort during end-of-life transitions, including conducting rituals, prayers, and sacraments as requested.
- Coordinate with community clergy and faith-based organizations to provide additional support and resources as needed.
- Assist with bereavement activities including phone calls.
Deaconess
Lutheran Life Villages
08.2015 - 01.2021
- Enhanced residents' spiritual life by assisting Pastoral Care Director.
- Conducted engaging devotional activities like hymn-sings and Bible studies.
- Provided personalized devotional studies during scheduled resident visits.
- Delivered Biblical counseling to staff upon request, supporting their well-being.
- Collaborated with Activities Department to address residents' spiritual and wellness needs.
- Fostered partnerships with local congregations, enhancing community support and communication.
Teacher
Immanuel Lutheran School
12.2006 - 06.2015
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment for effective student learning.
- Taught Religion, Language Arts, Social Studies, Writing, Music, and P.E. subjects.
- Directed K-4th grade musical, enhancing students' performance and teamwork skills.
- Organized after-school Spanish lessons, improving language skills for interested students.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans to ensure structured and effective teaching.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to update parents on academic progress.
Teacher
Immanuel Lutheran School
12.2002 - 05.2006
- Created engaging lessons in Religion, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Music.
- Developed and submitted weekly lesson plans to enhance classroom organization.
- Managed classroom operations effectively, fostering a nurturing learning environment.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to boost student engagement and participation.
- Administered and graded assessments promptly, providing timely feedback to students.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to update families on academic progress.
Education
CPE 4 Units Clinical Pastoral Education -
Institute For Clinical Pastoral Education
Orlando, FlMaster of Arts - Theology
Concordia University
Chicago01.2017
Post-baccalaureate Program - Teacher Preparation PreK-8
Western Governor’s University
01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching
University of Houston
Houston, TX01.2002
Skills
- Instruction
- Relationship development
- Spiritual guidance
- Worship participation
- Daily and weekly devotions
- Biblical stewardship
- Stress management assistance
- Materials preparation
- Discipleship
- Shepherding
- Mental health support
- Self-care strategies
- Building rapport
- Client advocacy
- Empathy development
Timeline
Spiritual Counselor
Bayada Hospice
09.2021 - Current
Deaconess
Lutheran Life Villages
08.2015 - 01.2021
Teacher
Immanuel Lutheran School
12.2006 - 06.2015
Teacher
Immanuel Lutheran School
12.2002 - 05.2006
Post-baccalaureate Program - Teacher Preparation PreK-8
Western Governor’s University
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching
University of Houston
CPE 4 Units Clinical Pastoral Education -
Institute For Clinical Pastoral Education
Master of Arts - Theology
Concordia University