JOSÉ CASTRO

Kissimmee, FL 347**-***-*** **** ad2b8t@r.postjobfree.com

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SUMMARY

Bilingual individual with expertise in crisis intervention and stress management, assisting others with spiritual needs and handling administrative tasks over 15 years in chaplaincy. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

SKILLS

Cultural Awareness

Public Speaking

Inspirational Leadership

Spiritual Guidance

Crisis Intervention

Individual Counseling

Fluent in Spanish

Verbal Communication

EXPERIENCE

11/2020 - Current Clinical Chaplain

Orlando Regional Medical Center - Orlando, FL

Conducted individual counseling sessions with individuals seeking spiritual guidance.

Provided resources to help people cope with grief. It served as a liaison between the chaplaincy team, and local churches, among other religious organizations. Helped facilitate interfaith dialogues among different religious groups. Collaborated with other mental health professionals to provide comprehensive care for individuals served. Handled emotionally disturbing situations.

Provided pastoral assistance to both patients and loved ones during crisis situations.

Participated in prayer services while honoring religious preferences of patients, loved ones and staff within hospital.

Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites. 01/2018 - 01/2020 Hospice Chaplain

Kindred Hospice - Orlando, FL

Conducted spiritual assessments of patients and families to identify their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.

Provided pastoral care for patients and family members through visits, phone calls, and other means of communication.

Developed individualized plans for spiritual care based on each patient's unique background and beliefs.

Facilitated grief counseling sessions with individuals or groups to help them cope with loss.

Led memorial services for deceased patients as requested by their families.

Counseled family members on how to cope with feelings of guilt associated with terminal illness.

Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care goals and progress towards those goals.

Listened compassionately when patients expressed fears or concerns about end stages of life.

08/2016 - 12/2017 University Chaplain

Interamerican University of Puerto Rico - San Juan, PR, Puerto Rico Provided spiritual and emotional support to students, faculty, and staff. Developed individualized counseling sessions for students in need of guidance.

Conducted religious services for special occasions such as holidays and graduations.

Facilitated interfaith dialogues among students from different backgrounds.

Counseled individuals dealing with personal issues such as depression or anxiety.

Participated in meetings held for school administration to discuss matters about student welfare. Handled emotionally disturbing situations. Provided pastoral assistance and support to both patients and loved ones during crisis situations.

Assisted with implementation of faith-based initiatives. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

06/2021 Ph.D.: Theology

Inter American University of Puerto Rico - San Juan, Puerto RIco Thesis: The Crisis as Theological Locus: The Theology of Dr. Roberto Amparo Rivera in Pentecostal Pastoral Care

Major in Theological Studies

05/2009 Master of Arts: Pastoral Counseling

Pentecostal Theological Seminary - Cleveland, TN

Cum Laude

05/2000 Bachelor of Arts: Pastoral Studies

Theological University of The Caribbean - Trujillo Alto, PR Salutatorian Recipient

06/1989 Associate of Arts: Social Work

Puerto Rico Junior College - Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico Honor

LANGUAGES

Spanish: First Language

English: C1

Advanced

CERTIFICATIONS

4 Units Clinical Pastoral Eduction Training

Clinical Chaplain endorsement by the Church of God Chaplain Commission - 2023

20 years of service as an Army Veteran (Chaplain Assistant)

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