Robert Fowler
Bossier City
Summary
Compassionate professional with expertise in crisis intervention and spiritual counseling. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and facilitate group sessions, fostering positive outcomes for diverse populations. Compassionate Chaplain Assistant with strong commitment to faith and religious operations support. Pleasant professional leading weekly Bible study and daily devotionals while assisting with ministry development. Ready for new position which involves working with talented individuals in faith-driven environment. Demonstrated working knowledge in variety of theological and philosophical approaches to questions surrounding death, pain, suffering and the meaning of human existence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
Bossier City
09.2020 - 11.2024
- Managed classroom behavior to foster positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to implement lesson plans and achieve educational goals.
- Delivered engaging lessons across various subjects to diverse student groups.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and needs.
High School Math Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
Bossier City
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse mathematical concepts.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster student engagement.
- Assessed student understanding through regular quizzes and tests.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support various learning styles.
RTI Interventionist
Bossier Parish Schools
Bossier City
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Partnered with teachers to assess student learning needs and develop targeted strategies.
- Worked with special education teams to implement tailored support for diverse learners.
Social Service Counselor
Northwest Louisiana War Veterans Home
Bossier City
06.2009 - 08.2012
- Provided counseling to veterans addressing mental health and social issues.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' needs and service requirements.
- Coordinated resources, ensuring access to community services for veterans.
- Educated families about available resources and coping strategies for veterans.
- Documented client progress and interactions in compliance with regulations.
- Monitored progress of clients throughout the course of treatment and documented changes accordingly.
- Assessed client's current level of functioning, identified strengths, weaknesses, and areas of need.
- Assessed client needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
Substitute Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
Bossier City
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to follow lesson plans and educational goals.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess to ensure safety and order.
- Communicated with students, staff, and parents to ensure clarity on classroom activities.
- Implemented school policies and procedures to enhance classroom management effectiveness.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Bookkeeper
The Bradford Guest Care Nursing Home
Shreveport
06.2005 - 06.2009
- Managed daily financial transactions and ensured accurate record-keeping.
- Reconciled bank statements and maintained general ledger integrity.
- Implemented bookkeeping software to streamline financial processes effectively.
- Trained new staff on accounting procedures and software usage.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
Bookkeeper
Pilgrim Manor North Nursing Home
Bossier City
06.2002 - 06.2005
- Managed daily financial transactions, ensuring accurate record-keeping to maintain financial integrity.
- Reconciled bank statements and maintained general ledger integrity.
- Trained new staff on accounting procedures and software usage.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions, facilitating timely payments and cash flow management.
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
- Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records, supporting reliable financial reporting.
Activity Assistant
Pilgrim Manor North Nursing Home
Bossier City
10.1997 - 06.2002
- Facilitated engaging activities for residents to enhance social interaction.
- Assisted in planning and organizing recreational programs tailored to resident interests.
- Supported residents in participating in arts and crafts sessions to promote creativity.
- Documented resident participation and feedback for program improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to adapt activities for residents' varying needs.
- Monitored resident behavior during recreational activities to ensure safety.
- Maintained records of attendance at all scheduled activities.
Chaplain
Pilgrim Manor North Nursing Home
Bossier City
06.1992 - 06.1997
- Provided spiritual support to residents and families during critical life events.
- Coordinated memorial services and rituals that honored resident preferences and fostered healing.
- Conducted regular visits to offer companionship and emotional support to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of spiritual care interactions and interventions.
- Provided spiritual guidance and emotional support, enhancing well-being of residents, loved ones, and staff.
- Provided pastoral assistance and support to both patients and loved ones during crisis situations.
- Related effectively with clergy and individuals from a variety of faith and non-faith traditions.
- Responded quickly when paged for disasters or drills.
- Collaborated closely with individuals to better understand unique issues and determine appropriate levels of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Facilitated group discussions on religious topics such as prayer, scripture, faith, and morality.
- Created personalized care plans that respected and integrated individual beliefs and values.
Education
M. Div - Pastoral Studies
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Jackson, MS05-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Studies
Wesley College
Florence, MS05-1986
Skills
- Educational strategies
- Group facilitation
- Crisis intervention
- Care coordination
- Individualized care planning
- Mental health awareness
- Counsel individuals
- Accurate recordkeeping
- Records management
- Reliability
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Spiritual counseling
- Pastoral care
- Grief support
- Funeral officiating
- Sacrament Administration
- Empathy development
- Biblical studies
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
09.2020 - 11.2024
High School Math Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
08.2016 - 12.2016
RTI Interventionist
Bossier Parish Schools
08.2012 - 05.2016
Substitute Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
10.2011 - 05.2012
Social Service Counselor
Northwest Louisiana War Veterans Home
06.2009 - 08.2012
Bookkeeper
The Bradford Guest Care Nursing Home
06.2005 - 06.2009
Bookkeeper
Pilgrim Manor North Nursing Home
06.2002 - 06.2005
Activity Assistant
Pilgrim Manor North Nursing Home
10.1997 - 06.2002
Chaplain
Pilgrim Manor North Nursing Home
06.1992 - 06.1997
M. Div - Pastoral Studies
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Studies
Wesley College