Richard Clifford

Ministries Leader Crisis Intervention Pastoral Counselor

Boston,MA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Skills

Operational Oversight
Manager Coaching and Training
Constructive Feedback
Staff Development
Verbal Communication
Critical Thinking
Self-Directed

Interpersonal Communication
Problem Resolution
Conflict Resolution
Active Listening
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Recordkeeping
Relationship Building

Work History

Sous Chef

St Francis House

01.2018 - Current

Established open and professional relationships with team members which facilitated communication, quickly resolving issues, and conflicts.
Assisted established management staff with operational oversight, business development, and process improvement strategies.
Sat in on disciplinary hearings to learn about conflict resolution in workplace.
Assisted with onboarding of new employees by providing training and development resources.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Ministry Leader

CCM

01.2011 - Current

Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
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.
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Working with the homeless population who are dealing with the opioid crisis, spiritual guidance and counseling.

Education

Associate Of Science - Funeral Service And Mortuary Science

Mt Ida

Newton, MA

B.Th. Christian Counseling - Christian Counseling

NCTS

03.2021

D.Div - Religious Studies

ULC Seminary

02.2012

Masters in Religious Education - Religious Education

ULC Seminary

01.2011

Affiliations

National Association of Cristian Ministers

Celtic Cross Ministries Senior Minister

Member First National Church (Minister)

Christian Global Outreach Ministries (Minister)

United National Church (Minister)