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Sandra Roy

Jersey City,New Jersey

Summary

As a compassionate and dedicated Chaplain, I bring a diverse background in counseling, end-of-life care, and community service to the practice. Leveraging the certification in CPE from RWJBH, along with ongoing attendance in the second unit of CPEI, Possess a comprehensive understanding of palliative care principles. Provide a commitment to unwavering spiritual guidance and support to patients, families, and healthcare staff across diverse settings. With experience as both a Death Doula and a Direct Support Professional, I offer holistic end-of-life care, emphasizing the importance of patient autonomy and dignity throughout the journey. These skills allow for fostering resilience, facilitating support groups, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams enable to create environments of healing and comfort, ensuring that individuals and families feel supported during challenging times.

Dedicated to lifelong learning and community engagement, which is why currently pursuing a Master of Social Work degree at Sacred Hearts College. This pursuit allows to deepen clinical expertise and further enhance the ability to serve others with compassion and integrity.

Overview

4
years of professional experience

Work History

RWJBH- Jersey City Medical Center

Hospital Chaplain
06.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Provide spiritual care/ counseling to patients, family, and staff confronting various health issues, and serious illness.
  • On-site visits with patients and families to provide comfort and assistance.
  • Participation in regular medical staff meetings to include spiritual care.
  • Clinical assessment through EPIC system
  • Respond to Nurse referrals.
  • Provide spiritual care and compassionate listening to patients, families, and staff.
  • Integration of historical, cultural, religious, and psychological understanding into holistic care.
  • Clinical training
  • Coordinated vigils

Self-employed

Death Doula/ End of Life Care
05.2021 - Current

Job overview


  • Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
  • Active listening & nonanxious presence
  • Facilitated group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives relative to healing.
  • Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals every week.
  • Facilitated client self-discovery to explore past and current interests through conversation to assist with self-discovery in pursuit of creating pathways for happiness and fulfillment.
  • Connected clients with available resources to improve plan success.
  • Assessed client behavior, moods, and other responses to determine if more therapeutic services would be advantageous and appropriate.
  • Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • legacy projects

Public Partnerships

Direct Support Professional
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships and effective collaboration with individuals with disabilities, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Compassionate and patient-centered approach to caregiving, demonstrating empathy, respect, and sensitivity in all interactions with individual and their support network.
  • Attentive to individual's emotional and social needs, providing companionship, encouragement, and emotional support to enhance their quality of life.
  • Adaptable and resourceful in problem-solving and crisis management situations, remaining calm and composed under pressure while prioritizing individual's safety and well-being.
  • Committed to ongoing professional development and training, staying informed about best practices, advancements in disability services, and relevant regulations.
  • Skilled in performing safe and effective body transfers using appropriate techniques and assistive devices to support individual's mobility and independence.
  • Knowledgeable in adapting caregiving approaches to meet unique needs and abilities of individuals with Cerebral Palsy, promoting autonomy and self-care skills.
  • Experienced in light cooking and meal preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions, preferences, and nutritional guidelines to support individual's health and well-being.
  • Capable of maintaining a clean and organized living environment, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and other household chores, to ensure a safe and comfortable living space.

Self-employed

Life Coach
08.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions with clients to explore personal and professional goals, challenges, and growth opportunities.
  • Utilize active listening and empathy to establish rapport and create a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and aspirations.
  • Facilitate goal-setting processes, helping clients clarify their values, identify obstacles, and develop actionable strategies to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Provide guidance and accountability to clients as they work towards their goals, offering encouragement, feedback, and perspective.
  • Employ evidence-based coaching techniques and tools, such as assessments, exercises, and reflective practices, to promote self-awareness and insight.
  • Collaborate with clients to cultivate resilience, confidence, and self-efficacy, empowering them to overcome challenges and thrive in their personal and professional lives.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries in all client interactions, adhering to ethical standards and best practices in coaching.
  • Foster positive and supportive coaching culture, advocating for holistic well-being and growth of each client.

Education

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT

Master's in Social Work/MSW from Social Work
05.2026

University Overview

Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
05.2008

University Overview

Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY

Associate of Science from Liberal Arts And Social Science
05.2002

University Overview

RWJBH CPE
Orange Park, Florida

Clinical Pastoral Education/CPE Certification from Clinical Pastoral Education
08.2023

University Overview

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT

End of Life Doula from END OF LIFE DOULA
03.2022

University Overview

CPEI
RWJBH

200 CPE
04.2024

University Overview

IAP Career College
Toronto. Canada

Life Coach Certificate
01.2019

University Overview

Skills

  • Empathetic
  • Active Listener
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Individual and group facilitation support
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Strong collaborative skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Motivational techniques
  • Crisis intervention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Epic NJSAMS, pages, keynote, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook, Blackboard, Canvas

Timeline

Hospital Chaplain
RWJBH- Jersey City Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Death Doula/ End of Life Care
Self-employed
05.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Public Partnerships
01.2021 - Current
Life Coach
Self-employed
08.2019 - Current
Sacred Heart University
Master's in Social Work/MSW from Social Work
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
Westchester Community College
Associate of Science from Liberal Arts And Social Science
RWJBH CPE
Clinical Pastoral Education/CPE Certification from Clinical Pastoral Education
University of Vermont
End of Life Doula from END OF LIFE DOULA
CPEI
200 CPE
IAP Career College
Life Coach Certificate
Sandra Roy