Scott VanderWal
Littleton
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Brighton Hospice of Denver, excelling in team supervision and community engagement. Proven ability to develop staff through strengths-based coaching while implementing innovative support strategies. Adept at problem-solving, fostering emotional resilience, and enhancing patient care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Support Services & Spiritual Care Clinician
Brighton Hospice of Denver
01.2022 - Current
- Supervise and support a team of sixteen MSW Medical Social Workers and Spiritual Care Clinicians to ensure excellent patient care and family support
Chaplain
Bristol Hospice of Denver
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided compassionate emotional and spiritual care to patients and their families, serving as a companion through the end of life journey
Staff Chaplain
Community Mental Health Institute-Fort Logan
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided spiritual care and counseling while using trauma informed care practices; facilitated inclusive spirituality groups and rituals
Associate Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Holland, MI
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Provided vision for family ministry, community engagement and spiritual growth; preached, lead worship, provided counseling & spiritual care
Hospice Chaplain-Team Lead
Sangre de Cristo Hospice & Palliative Care, Pueblo, CO
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided emotional and spiritual support on multi-disciplinary team to individuals and families facing terminal diagnosis and the dying process
- Lead a team of six chaplains and supervised on-call schedule
Associate Pastor for Family Ministry
First Presbyterian Church, Pueblo, CO
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Created and implemented a holistic vision for personal growth
- Taught classes focused on marriage, parenting, and spiritual formation
Residence Life Coordinator
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Trained and supervised student leaders using strengths-based coaching and on-call first responder for crises with population of 3,000 students
Family Case Worker
Youth Ventures Child Placement Agency
Colorado Springs
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Managed case load of children and families, ensuring tailored support for each individual.
Developed comprehensive treatment plans focused on long-term success.
Counselor & Supervisor of Parole Tracking
Dale House Project
Colorado Springs
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Mentored over 30 youth on parole, offering supervision, job coaching, and life skills training.
- Co-developed and implemented innovative program strategies for youth empowerment.
- Established partnerships with Youth Corrections, Human Services, schools, and community organizations.
- Collaborated with local high schools and colleges to facilitate educational opportunities.
- Engaged employers and landlords to support integration of youth into communities.
Education
Bachelors of Social Work -
Hope College
05-1998
Master of Divinity -
Fuller Theological Seminary
05-2007
Clinical Pastoral Education: 2 Units -
Naropa University: The Center For Contemplative Chaplaincy
05-2020
Clinical Pastoral Education: 2 Units -
Centered Life
05-2014
Skills
- Team supervision and collaboration
- Community engagement
- Training and mentoring
- Staff development through strengths-based coaching
- Problem-solving aptitude
Related Experience And Training
- Dominican Center at Marywood, Certificate in Spiritual Direction, 01/01/18
- Volunteers of America Dispute Resolution Center, Certificate in Conflict Mediation, 01/01/10
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Support Services & Spiritual Care Clinician
Brighton Hospice of Denver
01.2022 - Current
Chaplain
Bristol Hospice of Denver
02.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Chaplain
Community Mental Health Institute-Fort Logan
06.2019 - 01.2021
Associate Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Holland, MI
01.2015 - 01.2018
Hospice Chaplain-Team Lead
Sangre de Cristo Hospice & Palliative Care, Pueblo, CO
01.2013 - 01.2015
Associate Pastor for Family Ministry
First Presbyterian Church, Pueblo, CO
01.2011 - 01.2013
Residence Life Coordinator
Seattle Pacific University
01.2007 - 01.2011
Family Case Worker
Youth Ventures Child Placement Agency
01.2004 - 01.2005
Counselor & Supervisor of Parole Tracking
Dale House Project
01.1998 - 01.2003
Bachelors of Social Work -
Hope College
Master of Divinity -
Fuller Theological Seminary
Clinical Pastoral Education: 2 Units -
Naropa University: The Center For Contemplative Chaplaincy
Clinical Pastoral Education: 2 Units -
Centered Life
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