Travis Fisher-King
Davenport,IA
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
Davenport, IA
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Conducted intake assessments to evaluate mental health concerns and histories.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress and treatment interventions.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and mental health resources to enhance self management.
- Facilitated crisis intervention sessions to address immediate client needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to enhance therapeutic skills.
- Provided crisis intervention services by utilizing de-escalation techniques.
- Guided families in understanding mental illness effects on loved ones' functioning to foster support.
- Built therapeutic relationships through compassionate approach.
- Facilitated positive behavior change through reinforcement strategies tailored to individual client needs.
- Utilized evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the delivery of therapeutic services.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify needs and strengths of clients.
- Developed treatment plans and goals in collaboration with clients and other providers.
- Attended clinical supervision meetings with supervisor to discuss cases and receive feedback.
- Tracked patient progress to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Made referrals for additional services such as psychiatric evaluation or medication management when necessary.
- Assisted clients with developing problem solving skills through role playing activities.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
Pastor
St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church
Davenport, IA
05.2008 - 01.2024
- Delivered engaging sermons to inspire and educate congregation members.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling and support to individuals and families.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Coordinated worship services, community outreach, and educational programs to enhance church engagement and strengthen community ties.
- Collaborated with church leaders, staff, and ministry teams to drive church growth and foster positive community impact.
- Supervised church staff and volunteers to ensure effective program execution and support.
- Led church operations by managing daily functions, developing and administering annual budget, and promoting compassionate pastoral care for members and community.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
Director of Pastoral Care
Muscatine Lutheran Homes (now Lutheran Living Campus)
Muscatine, IA
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Delivered tailored spiritual support to residents and families across diverse settings, enhancing emotional well-being.
- Facilitated crisis intervention efforts, providing immediate emotional support to individuals in distress.
- Developed care plans addressing emotional and spiritual needs of individuals.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure holistic care for each resident's well-being.
- Coordinated worship services and spiritual activities, fostering community engagement and connection.
- Led weekly worship services including sermons, prayers, hymns, scripture readings.
- Engaged with local faith communities to enhance resources for residents' spiritual growth.
Chaplain
Genesis Hospice
Davenport, IA
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Provided spiritual care to patients and families in hospice settings.
- Facilitated grief support groups, helping bereaved families and individuals process loss and find healing.
- Collaborated with medical teams to address patients' emotional needs.
- Conducted regular visits to patients, offering companionship and comfort.
- Assisted in end-of-life planning discussions with patients and families.
- Educated staff on spiritual care best practices, enhancing team's ability to address patients' emotional and spiritual needs.
- Delivered high level of spiritual guidance, emotional support and practical assistance to residents, loved ones and employee teams.
- Related effectively with clergy and individuals from a variety of faith and non-faith traditions.
- Served as a liaison between the chaplaincy team and local churches or other religious organizations.
- Provided resources that empowered individuals to cope with grief, trauma, and other life challenges, fostering resilience.
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
07.2023 - 04.2026
Pastor
St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church
05.2008 - 01.2024
Director of Pastoral Care
Muscatine Lutheran Homes (now Lutheran Living Campus)
01.2007 - 05.2008
Chaplain
Genesis Hospice
01.2005 - 01.2007