Richard Volzke
Springfield,OH
Summary
Compassionate spiritual care provider with solid background in providing emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families. Successfully facilitated end-of-life care discussions and offered grief counseling to help families navigate difficult times. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster trusting relationships and provide comfort. Skilled in crisis intervention, counseling, and interfaith services. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring holistic care and support for diverse communities.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
CHAPLAIN
CENTER OF HOPE
02.2020 - 02.2025
- Ministers to the needs of customers, staff, interns, and volunteers.
- Builds relationships with local churches and organizations.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care in emergency departments, addressing the spiritual needs of patients experiencing acute distress or trauma.
- Provided spiritual support to individuals in crisis, fostering emotional resilience and hope.
- Developed and implemented pastoral care programs tailored to diverse community needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to address patients' spiritual concerns during treatment.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
PAR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY
01.2016 - 02.2020
- School administrator, responsible for the operational aspects of a nonprofit school. Responsible for compliance, budgeting, marketing, IT, facilities, and non-academic support staff.
- Implemented structure and processes for budget management and purchasing, including reporting capabilities.
- Oversaw successful transition of the school to a new location, including oversight of construction and ensuring all regulatory requirements were met.
- Initiated community partnerships, including a lunch program with a local school district.
- Oversaw annual board training, on the HR committee to review and approve staff policies, and initiated online training programs for staff.
SCHOOL CHAPLAIN
MOUNT VERNON NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Facilitated student counseling sessions to address emotional and spiritual needs.
- Developed and implemented programs promoting mental health awareness within school community.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate faith-based initiatives into school curricula.
- Provided crisis support during critical incidents, ensuring student safety and well-being.
- Established a safe environment for students to explore their spirituality, fostering personal growth and development.
- Assisted in crisis management situations by offering emotional support, guidance, and resources to affected individuals.
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
COMMUNITY WESLEYAN CHURCH
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Provided administrative leadership and worked in the areas of strategic planning, reviewing and overseeing matters of church resources, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, and teaching.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to enhance congregation engagement.
- Provided spiritual guidance and support during counseling sessions for individuals and families.
- Offered support to families experiencing difficulties, connecting them with appropriate resources within the congregation or broader community.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
DIRECTOR OF MATERIAL SERVICES
EXECUTIVE JET
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Directed the administration of a $10 million aircraft supplies inventory in support of over 400 corporate aircraft and three maintenance facilities.
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.1988 - 01.1995
Education
Doctor of Ministry (ABD) - Leadership & Global Perspectives
George Fox University
Ordained Minister -
The Wesleyan Church
06-2013
Master of Divinity - undefined
Wesley Biblical Seminary
01.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
01.2000
Skills
- Spiritual care
- Grief counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Pastoral care
- Professional boundaries
- End-of-life care
- Family support
- Bereavement counseling
- Crisis management
- Mental health awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
CHAPLAIN
CENTER OF HOPE
02.2020 - 02.2025
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
PAR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY
01.2016 - 02.2020
SCHOOL CHAPLAIN
MOUNT VERNON NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
08.2013 - 05.2016
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
COMMUNITY WESLEYAN CHURCH
01.2009 - 01.2013
DIRECTOR OF MATERIAL SERVICES
EXECUTIVE JET
01.2000 - 01.2006
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.1988 - 01.1995
Master of Divinity - undefined
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Doctor of Ministry (ABD) - Leadership & Global Perspectives
George Fox University
Ordained Minister -
The Wesleyan Church
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