Compassionate Healthcare & Community Leader

Michael L. Perry

CompassionCentered - Spiritual Care • Public Health • Operations • Ministry

*** – 854 – 2947 / 229 – 296 – 4802 Email: ********@*****.***

Professional Summary: Empathetic crisisresponse, administrative professional, and strategic leadership with experience supporting vulnerable individuals through highpressure situations. Skilled in active, nonjudgmental listening, conflict resolution, and maintaining strict confidentiality. Known for sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team. Committed to providing steady, compassionate support within helpline environments.

HOSPICE CHAPLAIN SPIRITUAL CARE PROVIDER

Regency Southerncare Hospice (Moultrie, Georgia) June 2021 – October 2023

Missiondriven chaplain offering emotional, spiritual, and traumainformed support to individuals and families during crisis, illness, and endoflife transitions. Known for calm presence, compassionate listening, and the ability to honor diverse beliefs and needs. Skilled in pastoral counseling, crisis response, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Provided traumainformed emotional and spiritual support to displaced families navigating grief and crisis.

DIRECTOR OF TOBACCOFREE FLORIDA

Walton County Coalition (DeFuniak Springs, Florida) January 2007 – July 2009

Communityimpact leader with experience in public health messaging, outreach, and program support. Skilled in educating diverse populations, coordinating community initiatives, and promoting healthfocused behavioral change. Strong background in crisis communication, advocacy, and service to vulnerable communities. Led community engagement efforts, including healthawareness conversations and outreach events. Communicated complex information in accessible, empathetic ways. Built trustbased relationships with community members, volunteers, and partner organizations.

ASSOCIATE CENTER DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Tallahassee, Florida) November 2001 – June 2006

Operationsfocused leader with experience in administrative coordination, workflow improvement, documentation management, and team support. Skilled in organizing highvolume environments, managing systems, and ensuring smooth daily operations. Managed student records, application files, and departmental documentation with accuracy and confidentiality. Ensured smooth daily operations through organization and communication. Handled confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

MINISTER (BIVOCATIONAL)

African Methodist Episcopal Church (Atlanta, Georgia) June 1975 – February 2023

Bivocational minister committed to serving communities through spiritual guidance, teaching, and compassionate presence while supporting organizational and administrative needs. Experienced in balancing ministry responsibilities with professional roles in operations, crisis response, and community outreach. Preached, taught, and facilitated Bible studies, devotionals, and spiritual discussions. Provided pastoral counseling, prayer support, and relational guidance. Assisted with ministry operations, event planning, and volunteer coordination.

Relevant Experience

Disaster Relief Support Specialist, Hurricane Katrina Relief Operations • Tallahassee, Florida

Communicated essential health, safety, and resource information to diverse communities. Provided clear, compassionate guidance to individuals navigating trauma and healthrelated concerns. Supported largescale outreach efforts and publichealth information distribution. Demonstrated strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and communityfocused leadership.

Assistant Program Coordinator - Orange Avenue United Tenants Association - Tallahassee, Florida

Provided support for program operations by performing administrative tasks, assisting in program planning, and strategic planning. Managed student records, application files, and departmental documentation with accuracy and confidentiality. Supported scheduling, email communication, and multisystem navigation. Assisted prospective students and families with clarity, professionalism, and empathy. Coordinated with staff and leadership to streamline processes and improve service delivery.

Director of Fund Development – Girl Scout Council of the Apalachee Bend – Tallahassee, Florida

As Director of Fund Development, I was in a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of fundraising and donor engagement for the Council. My role combines strategic planning, operational management, and team leadership to maximize revenue from individual donors, corporate sponsors, events, and community fundraising initiatives.

Center Disciplinary Officer – Turner Job Corps Center – Albany, Georgia

As a Center Disciplinary Officer, I was responsible for conducting administrative hearings for students. Developed Training Curriculum, Record Management. Participated in ongoing training to enhance job readiness. Developed departmental objectives, budgets, policies, procedures, and strategies.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Social Work – Theocentric Counseling - Almeda University – Boise. Idaho

Bachelor in Social Work – Counseling – Almeda University – Boise, Idaho

Core Courses In Accounting – Albany Area Vocational Technical School

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

FEMA - DisasterRelief Training

Red Cross Training – CPR and Basic First Aid Certifications

PastoralCare Training – AMEC and Hospice Care

CORE SKILLS

Pastoral Counseling, Spiritual & Emotional Support

TraumaInformed Communication, Crisis Response & Deescalation

Community Outreach & Public Health Education

Program & Operations Leadership

Administrative Support & Documentation

Public Speaking & Teaching

Volunteer Coordination & Relationship Building

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Case Management Systems

REFERENCES

Available upon request

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