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Thomas S Simbo

CENTENNIAL,CO
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Thomas S Simbo

Summary

I am an award-winning, dynamic, and compassionate chaplain with extensive experience at The Denver Hospice, excelling in spiritual assessment and care planning. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, providing empathetic support and grief counseling. Recognized for enhancing patient outreach and fostering community connections, ensuring holistic care for diverse populations during end-of-life transitions.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

The Denver Hospice
Denver, CO

Chaplain
10.2009 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Completed timely, initial spiritual assessment.
  • Developed a spiritual care plan and provided spiritual care from admission to death or discharge.
  • Scheduled routine visits to patients and families to provide spiritual and emotional care and support.
  • Provided education, direct spiritual counsel, prayer, rituals/sacramental ministry, as appropriate and requested, regarding end-of-life issues and processes.
  • Collaborated with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), facilities, and families to promote and provide holistic care for patients and their loved ones.
  • Actively participated in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings/consultations to identify, evaluate, and communicate feedback on the religious and/or spiritual needs of the patients and their families, as provided for in the plan of care.
  • Communicate risk indicators to bereavement services as appropriate.
  • Documented (same day) all chaplain activities and maintained a meticulous record of patient/family and facilities interactions.
  • Assisted with final arrangements, such as mortuary selections, planning memorial or funeral services, contacting clergy, places of worship, or other services according to the wishes of the patient and their family.
  • When requested, conducted rituals, funeral/memorial services.
  • Liaised with outside clergy, religious leaders, or other places of worship to meet the diverse religious needs of patients and families.
  • Liaised with and conducted grief education, memorial services with facilities, and communities.
  • Promoted hospice strength, and contributed to the Denver hospice's growth and patient outreach.

HYATT REGENCY DENVER CONVENTION CENTER
Denver, CO

Housekeeping Supervisor
08.2005 - 09.2009

Job overview

  • Coordinated with other departments within the hotel to ensure a smooth flow of operations.
  • Polished furniture and room accessories to keep all areas bright and fresh.
  • Scheduled employees' shifts according to occupancy levels at the hotel.
  • Collaborated with front desk to respond promptly to guest requests and promote positive experience.
  • Developed training programs to build employee performance, improve employee engagement and increase employee retention.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding housekeeping services and took appropriate action to resolve them.
  • Prepared rooms for meetings and arranged decorations, media equipment and furniture for social or business functions.
  • Prepared work schedules for associates to promote proper staffing levels.
  • Maintained records of room assignments, special requests from guests and status of vacant and occupied rooms.
  • Provided feedback on employee performance, identifying areas of improvement while recognizing successes.
  • Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
  • Inspected guest rooms and public areas to ensure they met established cleanliness standards.

Education

DENVER SEMINARY
Littleton, CO

Master of Arts from COUNSELING MINISTRIES
05-2005

THE EVANGELICAL COLLEGE OF THEOLOGY
FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE

Bachelor of Arts from Theology
06-1992

Skills

  • Spiritual assessment
  • Spiritual care planning
  • Communication
  • Adaptable
  • Patient documentation
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Grief counseling
  • Crisis and compassionate intervention
  • Ability to connect with patients and families
  • Supportive listening
  • Empathy
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Ability to work in diverse religious and ethical perspectives
  • Building rapport
  • Collaboration
  • Knowledge of community resources to support patients and families in end-of-life issues and processes

Affiliations

  • Community of Grace Church -Centennial, CO
  • Haggai Leadership Institute Singapore Alumni
  • Denver Seminary Alumni

Accomplishments

  • IN DECEMBER OF 2017, I WAS AWARDED 'HOSPICE CHAPLAIN OF THE MONTH' BY THE DENVER HOSPICE FOR MY COMPASSIONATE, EMPATHIC AND SUPPORTIVE ROLE IN PATIENT CARE, AS RECOMMENDED BY PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
  • IN JANUARY OF 2018, I WAS AWARDED 'CHAPLAIN OF THE YEAR' AWARD BY THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION UNDER THE AUSPICES F THE HORAN & McCONNATY FUNERAL HOME.

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Certification

  • BOARD CERTIFIED BY CPSP AS CHAPLAIN
  • ORDAINED AS MINISTER BY THE UNITED BRETHREN IN CHRIST -HUNTINGTON INDIANA

Languages

English
Professional
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Native/ Bilingual
MENDE
Professional

Work Preference

Work Type

Part Time

Work Location

On-Site

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Interests

Reading, Music, Swimming, Soccer, Travelling

Timeline

Chaplain

The Denver Hospice
10.2009 - 04.2021

Housekeeping Supervisor

HYATT REGENCY DENVER CONVENTION CENTER
08.2005 - 09.2009

DENVER SEMINARY

Master of Arts from COUNSELING MINISTRIES

THE EVANGELICAL COLLEGE OF THEOLOGY

Bachelor of Arts from Theology

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