Michele Mead
Johnston,IA
Summary
Personable and compassionate with deep understanding of theological principles and interfaith pastoral care. Commissioned by Federation of Christian Ministries.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Immanuel Pathways
08.2018 - 10.2024
- Provided spiritual care to medically fragile senior citizens, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Provided spiritual programming within a day center setting.
- Officiated special services such as funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Worked with interdisciplinary medical team in providing care.
- Implemented End of Life work group assisting with advanced directives, funeral planning, and palliative care discussions.
PRN Chaplain
Hospice of the Midwest
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Chaplain Resident
Unity Point
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Earned 4 CPE units
- Participated in didactic sessions and education seminars.
- Provided crisis intervention for patients and families experiencing trauma, grief, or loss, offering comfort and guidance.
- Served as a compassionate presence during end-of-life transitions, supporting patients and families.
- Provided over night on call weekly.
High School Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools
10.2007 - 07.2016
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers within both special education and alternative education settings.
Business Analyst/Federal Reporting Manager
Minnesota Department Of Human Services
04.1998 - 08.2007
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
Welfare Worker
Hennepin County Human Services
05.1993 - 03.1998
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility working with individuals and families applying for public assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar FallsMaster of Arts - Theology
St Catherine University
St Paul, MNSkills
- Preaching
- Teaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Pastoral care
Timeline
Pastor
Immanuel Pathways
08.2018 - 10.2024
PRN Chaplain
Hospice of the Midwest
06.2018 - 11.2018
Chaplain Resident
Unity Point
08.2016 - 08.2017
High School Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools
10.2007 - 07.2016
Business Analyst/Federal Reporting Manager
Minnesota Department Of Human Services
04.1998 - 08.2007
Welfare Worker
Hennepin County Human Services
05.1993 - 03.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
University of Northern Iowa
Master of Arts - Theology
St Catherine University
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