SUNDAY O. SANGOTUNDE
East Gwillimbury,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Chaplain and Educator, specializing in crisis intervention and culturally sensitive spiritual care across healthcare and correctional settings. Proven ability to deliver grief counselling and end-of-life support while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Extensive experience in curriculum development and hands-on patient care as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Chaplain
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Indianapolis, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered crisis response, grief counseling, and end-of-life support, helping individuals navigate difficult transitions.
- Provided spiritual and emotional care in acute care, stress center, and hospice units, addressing patients' diverse needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance holistic patient care, integrating spiritual support into treatment plans.
Chaplain Resource
Indiana University Health
Fishers, USA
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (PRN)
The Harbour Manor Assisted Living
Indianapolis, USA
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Supported patients with ADLs, mobility, hygiene, and comfort to enhance overall well-being.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure consistent quality in patient care.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas and common spaces.
Correctional Chaplain & Field Training Officer
Indiana Department of Correction
Pendleton, USA
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Facilitated structured faith-based programming, enhancing reintegration efforts for individuals transitioning back to society.
- Counselled and supported rehabilitation for incarcerated individuals, fostering personal growth and positive change.
- Trained and mentored correctional staff, ensuring adherence to policies and enhancing overall team competency.
Adjunct Assistant Professor
National Open University of Nigeria
Nigeria
01.2018 - 01.2022
Assistant Professor, Religious Studies
Adeyemi Federal University of Education
Nigeria
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Delivered undergraduate and postgraduate instruction, supervised research projects to foster student engagement, and contributed to curriculum development to enhance academic rigor.
- Led department (2019-2021), overseeing strategic initiatives and fostering an inclusive academic environment.
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated collaborative research projects with faculty and students across disciplines.
- Advised students on academic pathways and career opportunities in education.
Education
Association of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) -
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Indianapolis, IN, USA07-2026
PhD - Religious Studies
Kogi State University
Kogi State, Nigeria01-2015
Postgraduate Diploma in Education -
National Teachers' Institute
Nigeria01-2012
MA - Old Testament Studies
Adekunle Ajasin University
Nigeria01-2005
BA (Hons.) - Religious Studies
Obafemi Awolowo University
Nigeria01-1997
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- End-of-Life Spiritual Care
- Clinical & Spiritual Care
- Patient-Centered Care
- Counseling
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Rehabilitation support
- Spiritual Education
- Spiritual Care Research
- Spiritual Sacrament Support
- Ritual Spiritual Practices
- Cultural sensitivity
- Staff training
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Community support
- Mentorship in Spiritual Care
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Yoruba, Fluent
- Biblical Hebrew, Intermediate
- Greek, Basic
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (PRN)
The Harbour Manor Assisted Living
09.2025 - 02.2026
Resident Chaplain
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Chaplain Resource
Indiana University Health
01.2025 - Current
Correctional Chaplain & Field Training Officer
Indiana Department of Correction
01.2022 - 01.2025
Adjunct Assistant Professor
National Open University of Nigeria
01.2018 - 01.2022
Assistant Professor, Religious Studies
Adeyemi Federal University of Education
01.2012 - 01.2021
Association of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) -
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
PhD - Religious Studies
Kogi State University
Postgraduate Diploma in Education -
National Teachers' Institute
MA - Old Testament Studies
Adekunle Ajasin University
BA (Hons.) - Religious Studies
Obafemi Awolowo University