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Thomas Bougher

Meridianville

Summary

Empathetic expert in spiritual care and emotional development, adept at fostering family relationships and leading grief support groups, poised to enhance resident wellness.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chaplain

Regency Retirement Village
Huntsville
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided compassionate spiritual care and practical assistance to residents and their families.
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions aimed at emotional and spiritual development.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to resolve resident issues promptly.
  • Nurtured relationships with families to foster a supportive environment.
  • Organized programs and events designed to enhance overall resident wellness.
  • Facilitated grief support groups for residents and loved ones navigating loss.
  • Coordinated significant events such as retreats, conferences, and memorial services.
  • Led inclusive prayer services honoring diverse beliefs of patients, families, and staff members.

Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator

Compassus Hospice
Huntsville
07.2020 - 01.2023
  • Facilitated grief support groups for families to promote healing and coping strategies.
  • Developed relationships with families to address concerns and enhance communication.
  • Provided pastoral assistance to patients and loved ones in crisis situations.
  • Recorded patient information accurately in database, ensuring timely access.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to resolve patient and family issues.
  • Recruited and prepared volunteers to assist with patient care effectively.

Hospice Chaplain

Hospice In His Care
Baton Rouge
07.2014 - 03.2019
  • Facilitated grief counseling sessions for families navigating loss.
  • Provided spiritual support to patients and families during end-of-life transitions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare staff to implement holistic patient care strategies.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to review and discuss patient care plans.
  • Offered prayer and meditation sessions to promote emotional well-being of patients.
  • Documented spiritual assessments in patient records for continuity of care.
  • Responded promptly to on-call requests for immediate spiritual assistance.
  • Delivered bereavement support through follow-up visits after patient passing.

Consultant Discipleship

Assemblies of God Headquarters
Springfield
07.2009 - 05.2014
  • Formulated strategies to optimize client operations and drive business growth.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Conducted workshops to improve team collaboration and communication skills.
  • Oversaw project timelines and deliverables to meet client expectations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Bible/Music

Central Bible College
Springfield, MO
05-1974

Skills

  • Individual counseling
  • volunteer recruitment
  • effective communication
  • relationship building
  • Funeral officiating
  • Grief support facilitation
  • Spiritual assessment
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Event coordination
  • Pastoral care

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chaplain

Regency Retirement Village
01.2023 - Current

Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator

Compassus Hospice
07.2020 - 01.2023

Hospice Chaplain

Hospice In His Care
07.2014 - 03.2019

Consultant Discipleship

Assemblies of God Headquarters
07.2009 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Bible/Music

Central Bible College

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