JERMY ARNOLD
Princeton,NJ
Summary
Pragmatic and Empathetic Chaplain and Pastor with more than 7 years of experience assessing, developing and coordinating spiritual care plans. Well-organized and respectful individual with expertise in facilitating and providing counseling, pre and post-death bereavement processes as well as leading interfaith programs and chapel services. Smart and professional individual dedicated to utilizing strong communication skills, education in psychology and mental health to working with emotional needs of others, offering empathy, patience, emotional restoration and commitment to keeping information confidential.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Chaplain
Overlook Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Engaged in ongoing professional development by attending conferences and workshops on relevant topics within the field of healthcare chaplaincy.
- Facilitated grief support groups for bereaved families, providing a safe space for healing and emotional processing.
- Visited and counseled patients, families, and staff concerning death and dying by providing direct spiritual care.
- Responded to code blues and other emergencies to verify patient identity and engage and support family.
- Resolved crisis and emotional issues through empathy, support, prayer and scripture.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring spiritual needs were met alongside medical treatment.
- Developed and implemented processes to meet and offer support to newly admitted families in inpatient areas.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing their emotional, religious, and spiritual needs during hospitalization.
- Navigated [Software] and [Software] to document patient and family interactions.
- Supplied spiritual care for diverse religious needs of patients, family and staff such as grief and bereavement support.
Youth Pastor Intern
United Hope SDA Church
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted senior pastor in developing more effective ministry programs for increased youth participation and spiritual growth.
- Implemented discipleship training courses aimed at equipping young believers with foundational knowledge of Christianity and practical skills needed for ministry work.
- Cultivated strong relationships with local schools and community organizations, opening doors for increased collaboration and support for youth ministry activities.
- Led worship sessions that encouraged active participation from all attendees, creating an uplifting atmosphere conducive to spiritual growth.
- Organized regular social events that fostered a sense of belonging among young congregation members, helping them build lasting friendships within the church community.
- Evaluated program outcomes regularly by tracking attendance numbers and seeking feedback from both participants and parents, allowing continuous improvement of ministry initiatives.
- Facilitated open forums for youths to discuss faith-related questions, cultivating a safe space for healthy dialogue.
- Delivered motivational sermons that resonated with the younger audience, inspiring positive life choices based on Christian values.
- Taught and counseled youth ages [Number] to [Number].
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Pastor
Florence Hill District Of Churches
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Contributed to church growth by inviting newcomers into small group settings where they could build meaningful connections with other members of the faith community.
- Mentored new believers in their faith journey by providing guidance on personal prayer practices, scripture reading habits, and involvement in church community life.
- Organized weekly bible study sessions, utilizing various teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles within the congregation.
- Participated in hospital visitations, offering comfort and support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted in planning and executing community outreach events to connect with local residents and foster positive relationships.
- Enhanced congregation participation by developing creative sermon series and engaging worship experiences.
- Collaborated with other local churches to foster ecumenical partnerships and community-wide events that promoted unity within the larger faith community.
- Demonstrated a commitment to ongoing personal spiritual growth through regular prayer, scripture study, and participation in worship services and fellowship opportunities.
- Supported church administration by assisting with budget planning, event coordination, and general office tasks as needed.
- Implemented innovative evangelism strategies designed to reach out to unchurched individuals within the local area.
- Preached sermons regularly during worship services, effectively communicating biblical principles to diverse audiences.
- Provided pastoral counseling to members of congregation.
Associate Pastor
Andrews Memorial SDA Church
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within the congregation.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today''s Christians.
- Streamlined administrative processes for more efficient communication between church staff and congregation members.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Supported senior pastor in developing impactful sermon series, resulting in increased attendance and spiritual growth.
- Created opportunities for intergenerational connection through targeted programming and ministry initiatives.
Youth Pastor
Kencot SDA Church
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage a younger audience.
- Taught and counseled youth ages [Number] to [Number].
- Mentored young adults through one-on-one counseling sessions, fostering personal development and spiritual growth.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Church Planter and Evangelist
Various Church Organizations
01.2009 - 02.2015
- Cultivated a diverse congregation by creating inclusive environments where individuals from varying backgrounds could feel welcomed and valued.
- Garnered admiration from extensive contacts in field through content creation and public speaking.
- Designed sermon series that addressed current societal issues, increasing relevance and impact on the lives of attendees.
- Developed and implemented effective discipleship programs to deepen congregants'' spiritual growth and commitment to the church.
- Collaborated with other local churches to organize joint worship services, prayer meetings, and community initiatives for increased impact.
- Oversaw all aspects of church administration including budgeting, event planning, facility management, and communication strategies.
- Established a vibrant congregation by starting and growing a new church community from the ground up.
- Created engaging sermon series that addressed relevant topics and encouraged attendees to apply biblical principles in their daily lives.
- Volunteered in overseas locations and in various roles.
- Wrote, published and spoke about salvation to spread message of Christ to wider church.
Education
Training And Certificates
Princeton, NJMaster of Arts - Theology And Psychology
Princeton Theological Seminary
Princeton, NJ05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Religion And Theology
Northern Caribbean University
05.2018
Skills
- Spiritual and congregational care
- Interfaith understanding
- Skilled in Evangelism
- Pastoral Care and Grief support
- Chaplaincy administration
- Family Support and Counseling
- Youth Mentorship
- Crisis Management
- Effective Communication
- Mental health awareness
- Records Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Epic and ______ software
- Exceptional Preaching and Teaching
- Community Service
- Spiritual guidance and leadership
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Timeline
Hospital Chaplain
Overlook Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Youth Pastor Intern
United Hope SDA Church
09.2022 - 06.2023
Pastor
Florence Hill District Of Churches
01.2020 - 02.2021
Associate Pastor
Andrews Memorial SDA Church
01.2019 - 02.2020
Youth Pastor
Kencot SDA Church
09.2018 - 09.2019
Church Planter and Evangelist
Various Church Organizations
01.2009 - 02.2015
Training And Certificates
Master of Arts - Theology And Psychology
Princeton Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Religion And Theology
Northern Caribbean University