James "Seamus" Allen
West Babylon,NY
Summary
Dedicated and experienced spiritual leader transitioning to professional Chaplaincy. Delivered empathetic care and crisis intervention to diverse populations facing grief, illness, and life transitions. Facilitated interfaith collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork in complex settings. Committed to providing inclusive and trauma-informed spiritual care for patients, families, and staff.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Faith Bible Church
West Babylon, NY
02.2006 - Current
- Led worship services, fostering spiritual growth and engagement.
- Developed teaching content, aligning messages with biblical teachings and church mission.
- Collaborated with church board on governance issues, ensuring alignment with mission and values.
- Helped to create a welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Led worship services, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Officiated special services: weddings, baptisms, and funerals
Chaplain- Intern
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook, NY
01.2025 - 09.2026
- Provided emotional and spiritual support to staff, patients, and families in crisis situations.
- Responded rapidly to code blues, traumas, and unexpected deaths, providing immediate crisis intervention and grief support.
- Partnered with Neurology unit staff and leadership to initiate a pilot program that provided emotional and spiritual support for the unit.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds.
- Documented patient interactions and care plans, ensuring continuity of support services.
- Assisted in the development of community outreach programs addressing diverse spiritual needs within the hospital community.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural And Religious Studies
SUNY Empire State University
Saratoga Springs, NY07-2024
CPE 3 Units Completed, Unit 4/2B By June 2027 - ACPE Accredited Clinical Pastoral Education
Stony Brook University Hospital And The JED Center
Stony Brook, NY And Online06-2027
Master of Theology - Theological Studies
Maranatha Seminary
Bethany05-2003
Skills
- Clinical spiritual assessments, interventions and care planning
- Palliative care and bereavement support
- Crisis prevention and de-escalation
- Interfaith and secular spiritual care
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Staff wellness and resiliency facilitation
- Cultural humility and inclusion awareness
Certification
- Ordained Pastor, Faith Bible Church, 2006
- Ecclesiastical Endorsement (BCCI-APC Accredited), Faith Bible Church, Protestant, Non-denominational, 2026
Timeline
Chaplain- Intern
Stony Brook University Hospital
01.2025 - 09.2026
Pastor
Faith Bible Church
02.2006 - Current
CPE 3 Units Completed, Unit 4/2B By June 2027 - ACPE Accredited Clinical Pastoral Education
Stony Brook University Hospital And The JED Center
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural And Religious Studies
SUNY Empire State University
Master of Theology - Theological Studies
Maranatha Seminary
Professional Development
- Crisis Prevention and De-escalation Training, Stony Brook University Hospital, April 2026
- Co-Developed and implemented "Care for the Caregiver" Pilot Study to provide emotional and spiritual support to Neurology staff, Stony Brook University Hospital, 13N Neurology unit, March 2025-September 2026