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Alejandro De Jesus, PhD

Alejandro De Jesus, PhD

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Chief of Chaplain Service, San Francisco VAMC

  • Education

    • Maryhill School of Theology, Quezon City, Philippines

      1981 - 1984
      Master of Arts (M.A. - Candidate) Theology

      Maryhill School of Theology's program of studies is a thesis degree program designed to develop competent and creative theological thinking on the academic level. It is intended for seminarians as well as non-seminarians, that is, religious and lay professionals, including teachers of theology and religion. It provides students a solid basis in the five areas of concentration: Scripture, Systematic Theology, Moral Theology, Liturgy-Sacraments and Missiology. It is offered in the morning on… Show more Maryhill School of Theology's program of studies is a thesis degree program designed to develop competent and creative theological thinking on the academic level. It is intended for seminarians as well as non-seminarians, that is, religious and lay professionals, including teachers of theology and religion. It provides students a solid basis in the five areas of concentration: Scripture, Systematic Theology, Moral Theology, Liturgy-Sacraments and Missiology. It is offered in the morning on regular school days and has the General Theology Program (GTP) as its curricular basis. Show less

    • San Carlos Major Seminary

      1976 - 1980
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Classical Philosophy

    • De La Salle University

      1986 - 1987
      Master of Science (M.S.) Educational Management 3.5 QPI

      Activities and Societies: Thesis: FIVE-YEAR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR BENEDICTINE ABBEY SCHOOL, 1987-1992 The course provides students with knowledge, competencies, values and skills required in managing their schools effectively and efficiently and for the pursuit of further studies. Students are required to write and defend a thesis that would enhance the practice of educational leadership and management and contribute to new knowledge in the field.

    • De La Salle University

      1987 - 1995
      Doctor of Education (EdD - Candidate) Educational Management 3.5 QPI

      The former Educational Management concentration has been transformed into an Educational Leadership and Management program. This program enables the participants to complement their extant knowledge, competencies and skills with up-to-date theories, concepts and skills in the various areas of educational leadership and management through the adoption of an innovative teaching-learning system that combines traditional classroom work with technology-enabled learning strategies, independent study… Show more The former Educational Management concentration has been transformed into an Educational Leadership and Management program. This program enables the participants to complement their extant knowledge, competencies and skills with up-to-date theories, concepts and skills in the various areas of educational leadership and management through the adoption of an innovative teaching-learning system that combines traditional classroom work with technology-enabled learning strategies, independent study and one-on-one faculty student consultation. Show less

    • University of the Incarnate Word

      2004 - 2007
      Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) International Education and Entrepreneurship 4.0 QPI

      Activities and Societies: Dissertation: APPLYING GROUNDED THEORY - A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR UNDERSTANDING THE VISION OF BENEDICTINE EDUCATION IN THE PHILIPPINES International Education and Entrepreneurship (IE&E) concentration enables students to develop enterprises of a cultural, educational, humanitarian, or business nature that show a full understanding of the host culture and its relation in theory and practice with Western culture. It allows theoretical study with a practical impulse that involves an awareness of business and educational systems and their development in existing, new, and emerging arenas.The foundation courses combine… Show more International Education and Entrepreneurship (IE&E) concentration enables students to develop enterprises of a cultural, educational, humanitarian, or business nature that show a full understanding of the host culture and its relation in theory and practice with Western culture. It allows theoretical study with a practical impulse that involves an awareness of business and educational systems and their development in existing, new, and emerging arenas.The foundation courses combine comparative study of the educational and cultural systems of the world with experiential learning in entrepreneurship. The grasp of a nation's outlook revealed by its education provides the key to understanding its intellectual and managerial endeavors. The practical skill of entrepreneurship suggests new ways of applying existing resources and encourages the development of new ideas in all fields. Show less

  • Experience

    • San Beda College, Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Philippines

      May 1987 - Apr 1995
      High School Principal

    • San Beda University, Manila, Philippines

      May 1995 - Aug 1996
      High School Principal

    • San Beda College, Manila, Philippines

      Aug 1996 - Mar 2001
      Director, Research, Planning and Development Center (RPDC)

    • Archdiocese of San Antonio, Texas

      Apr 2001 - Jun 2004
      Parochial Vicar, St. Vincent's Parish

      Assisted the pastor in the administration of the parish in terms of liturgical, catechetical and religious objectives and activities, as designed and approved by the Archdiocese of San Antonio, Texas. Presided in liturgical celebrations assigned by pastor. Attended and participated in the planning and implementation of all parish goals and activities.

    • The Village at Incarnate Word

      Sept 2004 - Mar 2007
      Chaplain

      Conducted resident interviews for specific spirit care as requested by them. Performed and presided over daily and seasonal liturgical celebrations as required by church calendars. Provided workshops to residents and staff on religious and ethical topics, based on needs and preferences of residents and administration. Participated in planning activities for the spiritual and religious upliftment of residents and staff. Acted as advisor to administration regarding spiritual and religious concerns and issues. Show less

    • San Beda University

      Apr 2007 - Apr 2010
      Rector-President

      Acted in behalf of the religious community, of which he was a member, and which owned the tertiary level educational institution. Performed executive functions with final authority and responsibility for the entire institutional operations. Initiated plans and school development. Implemented policies approved by the Board of Trustees.

    • University of the Incarnate Word

      Aug 2010 - May 2011
      Coordinator, International Programs for University Visitors

      Planned and coordinated all travels details and study objectives of international students and visitors coming to the University. Prepared and implemented the budget requirements of all groups visiting the University. Oversaw all concerns and requirements during the visits. Evaluated with parties and individuals involved the attainment of objectives.

    • CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Healthcare System

      May 2011 - Oct 2013
      Clinical Chaplain

      Conducted spiritual assessment of patients with regard to their spiritual, religious, moral, emotional and ethical concerns. Planned and provided care appropriate patients' needs. Expertly used the iSpirit Program of the CHRISTUS Health System, which utilized available technology and online resources to meet their spiritual needs. Participated in interdisciplinary team discussions as well as ethics consults.

    • VA Maine Healthcare System

      Oct 2013 - Jan 2017
      Clinical Staff Chaplain

      Spiritual assessment of veterans with regard to their spiritual, religious, moral, emotional and ethical concerns. Care appropriate patients' needs, and as required by standards of pastoral ministry and government regulations. Crisis ministry and family ministry involving ethical considerations, bereavement and grief ministry, support and contacts. Interdisciplinary team discussions as well as ethics consults with veterans and/or family members and other care givers for directions and care plans. Show less

    • VA Palo Alto Health Care System

      Jan 2017 - Aug 2017
      Mental Health Chaplain

      Spiritual assessment of veterans in a 28-day residential rehabilitation program with regard to their spiritual, religious, moral, emotional and ethical concerns.Care appropriate to patients' needs and mental health issues, and as required by standards of pastoral ministry and government regulations. Interdisciplinary team discussions as well as ethics consults with veterans and/or family members and other care givers for directions and care plans.

    • Audie L. Murphy Veterans Affairs Hospital, San Antonio, TX

      Aug 2017 - May 2021
      Hospice and Palliative Care Chaplain

      Spiritual assessments for hospice and palliative care patients, determining needs and goals of care and planning for appropriate interventions and sustaining a compassionate care for Veterans, family members and loved ones. Clinical IDT meetings and rounds, representing the chaplaincy service.

    • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

      May 2021 - now
      Chief of Chaplain Service

      Oversight and management of all religious and spiritual care. Counsel to facility leadership concerning religious expression. Supervision of staff chaplains. All administrative functions connected with the position (budget management, development of policy and clinical practice standards, oversight of service programming, establishing and monitoring performance and productivity metrics and outcomes, strategic direction of the service unit). Upholding of right of free exercise of religion and prevention of proselytizing. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Specialty Certification, Mental Health Chaplaincy

      Https://www.navac.net/
      Nov 2019
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    • Specialty Certification, Hospice and Palliative Care (HPC)

      Https://www.navac.net/
      Oct 2016
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    • Board Certified Chaplain (BCC)

      Https://www.navac.net/
      Sept 2015
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    • Board Certified Chaplain

      Http://www.ncvacc.net/
      Aug 2014
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    • Board Certified Chaplain

      National Association of Catholic Chaplains
      Jul 2014
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