Ric May
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Pragmatic Chaplain with 21 years of experience, skilled in helping many individuals simultaneously in fast-paced environments while remaining calm and composed, dedicated to working with emotional needs of others. Offering empathy, patience and commitment to keeping information confidential.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chaplain
Wabash Valley Hospice
Terre Haute, IN
01.2017 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Officiated special services such as funerals, baptisms, Veterans Pinning Ceremonies, and nursing home services.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
Chaplain
The Hospice Group
Indianapolis, IN
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Officiated special services such as funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
Pastor
Journey Christian Fellowship
Terre Haute, IN
01.2007 - 01.2017
- 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.
Chaplain
Gentiva Hospice
Terre Haute, IN
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Officiated special services such as funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Chaplain, Bereavement Coordinator
Vista Care Hospice
Terre Haute, IN
01.2002 - 08.2012
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
Christian Spiritual Guide
USP / United States Penitentiary Terre Haute
Terre Haute, IN
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Led inmates in ministry, social acclamation, teaching programs to assist in recidivism decline
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assistant Pastor / Counseling / Pastoral Care
New Song Church
Longmont, CO
01.1998 - 01.2001
- 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.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Volunteer Chaplain local hospitals & nursing facilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Theology
Christian Bible College And Seminary
Blue Springs, MO04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Life Pacific University
San Dimas, CA05.1982
High School Diploma -
Argenta-Oreana High School
Argenta, IL06.1976
Skills
- Data Entry
- Grief Support
- Crisis Response
- Compassionate Care
- Spiritual Guidance
- Patient Information
- Client Needs Assessment
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Hospice Visits
- Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
- Interventions Understanding
Certification
- Completed two units of CPE. Unit I and Unit II completed through ICPT/Institute for Clinical Pastoral Training
- 40 Years Pastoral Ministry
- Ecclesiastical Endorsement: Chaplaincy of Full Gospel Churches
- Ministerial Credential / Ordination: Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship
Timeline
Chaplain
Wabash Valley Hospice
01.2017 - Current
Chaplain
The Hospice Group
01.2014 - 01.2017
Chaplain
Gentiva Hospice
01.2009 - 01.2014
Christian Spiritual Guide
USP / United States Penitentiary Terre Haute
01.2009 - 01.2012
Pastor
Journey Christian Fellowship
01.2007 - 01.2017
Chaplain, Bereavement Coordinator
Vista Care Hospice
01.2002 - 08.2012
Assistant Pastor / Counseling / Pastoral Care
New Song Church
01.1998 - 01.2001
Master of Arts - Theology
Christian Bible College And Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Life Pacific University
High School Diploma -
Argenta-Oreana High School
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