RUSTY TRUBEY
Clinical Chaplain
Drumore
Summary
Dedicated Supervisory Chaplain and Spiritual Care Leader with extensive experience providing pastoral care across healthcare and military settings. Proven ability to lead and develop chaplain teams, implement innovative programs, and integrate evidence-based spiritual support into interdisciplinary treatment to improve outcomes for Veterans and families. Skilled in counseling, ethics consultation, and addressing complex behavioral health issues while fostering collaboration with clinical and community partners. Track record of advising leadership, managing resources, and mentoring staff in high-stakes environments to ensure mission alignment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
CLINICAL STAFF CHAPLAIN (GS-12/7)
COATESVILLE VA MEDICAL CENTER - DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
01.2015 - Current
- INTERDISCIPLINARY COORDINATION AND PASTORAL CARE: Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess and address the diverse spiritual and religious needs of Veterans and their families, delivering extensive pastoral support, crisis counseling, and faith-based guidance to promote holistic healing and well-being.
- VETERAN SUPPORT AND THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS: Facilitated spiritual discussion groups tailored to Veterans with complex psychiatric needs, including acute mental illness, PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI), substance abuse, and military sexual trauma.
- FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND ETHICS CONSULTATION: Provided compassionate crisis intervention and bereavement counseling to family members, leading structured bereavement support groups to promote long-term coping and healing. Delivered ethics consultations to interdisciplinary teams, offering expert guidance on moral, cultural, and religious considerations in the care of Veterans.
- Full-time, Hours Per Week: 40
- Supervisor: Name (000-000-0000)
- Salary Per Year: $114,830
COMMAND CHAPLAIN, 352ND CIVIL AFFAIRS COMMAND / UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE
UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE
12.2007 - Current
- LEADERSHIP AND MENTORSHIP: Supervised, mentored, and professionally developed a team of 17 chaplains, chaplain candidates, and religious affairs specialists across the command, fostering leadership growth and enhancing ministry effectiveness.
- SPIRITUAL CARE AND ETHICAL ADVISEMENT: Provided spiritual and religious care to Soldiers and their families across the 352nd Civil Affairs Command (CACOM), offering counseling, pastoral support, and crisis intervention. Advised the Commanding General (1-Star) and senior leaders on the ethical and religious implications of military operations, directly influencing mission planning.
- STRATEGIC RELIGIOUS SUPPORT PLANNING: Developed and implemented religious support plans, products, and training materials that strengthen the effectiveness of the Unit Ministry Team (UMT). Ensured seamless integration of chaplain services into staff sections and operational planning, thereby contributing to mission success and Soldier resilience.
- Full-time, Hours Per Week: 40
- Supervisor: CH (COL) Scot McCosh (910-584-3711)
- Salary Per Year: $25,000
SPIRITUAL CARE MANAGER/CHAPLAIN
CHAPTERS HEALTH SYSTEM, LIFEPATH HOSPICE
05.2013 - 01.2015
- PROGRAM LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT: Directed and oversaw the Spiritual Care Program for over 1,300 patients within LifePath Hospice, ensuring delivery of compassionate, high-quality pastoral support aligned with organizational standards.
- TEAM SUPERVISION AND DEVELOPMENT: Supervised and mentored a staff of 12 full-time chaplains, providing leadership in workload distribution, performance evaluations, and staff recruitment. Assessed organizational needs and designed spiritual care initiatives that aligned with agency strategic goals, resulting in improved patient and family satisfaction.
- EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Served as preceptor for Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students, developing and implementing pastoral education programs to strengthen future leaders in chaplaincy. Facilitated training and mentorship for spiritual care volunteers, while fostering partnerships with community churches and clergy to enhance holistic care and support networks.
- STRATEGIC PROGRAM INITIATIVES: Prepared and maintained detailed documentation of spiritual care goals, outcomes, and quality metrics to evaluate program effectiveness. Led community end-of-life education workshops, addressing spiritual and cultural concerns, increasing community awareness, and providing families with resources for compassionate end-of-life decision-making.
- Full-time, Hours Per Week: 40
- Supervisor: Diana Yates (813-877-2000)
- Salary Per Year: $55,000
CAMPUS PASTOR - CHI ALPHA CAMPUS MINISTRIES
THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD
08.1995 - 08.2011
- ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Established Chi Alpha Campus Ministries from the ground up, designing and implementing strategic outreach, educational, and support programs that fostered organizational growth. Led engaging discussions, workshops, and presentations to advance ministry, discipleship, service initiatives, and leadership development.
- STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Directed promotional efforts to increase awareness and participation in ministry programs while cultivating partnerships with university administrators, local businesses, and community leaders. Strengthened collaboration between academic and faith-based communities to enhance student engagement.
- Full-time, Hours Per Week: 40
- Supervisor: Bob Marks (417-827-2781)
- Salary Per Year: $60,000
Education
Professional Military Education -
Command and General Staff College
Fort Leavenworth, KS01.2023
Clinical Pastoral Education - undefined
Pittsburgh VA Medical Center, WVU Hospital
Morgantown, WV01.2011
Master of Divinity - undefined
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2010
Master of Arts - Counseling
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Theology
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL01.1995
Skills
- Administrative Oversight
- Organizational Participation
- Ethical & Cultural Sensitivity
- Clergy & Community Engagement
- Conflict Resolution
- Productivity Management & Goal Setting
- Documentation & Reporting
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Policy Implementation
- Staff Training & Education
- Pastoral Crisis & Suicide Prevention/Intervention
- Strategic Planning & Execution
Certification
Board Certified Chaplain (2011)
Affiliations
- National Association of Veterans Affairs Chaplains
- Spiritual Care Association
- Military Officers Association
KEY VALUE OFFERINGS
- Specialized in delivering comprehensive spiritual, religious, and pastoral care as part of interdisciplinary treatment teams, skilled in counseling, ethics consultation, and addressing sensitive behavioral health issues.
- Experienced in providing strategic leadership and oversight of complex chaplaincy programs, supervising staff, developing policies, and ensuring high-quality pastoral services across multiple specialized care settings.
- Adept at building community partnerships, developing subprograms (training, education, research), advising leadership on spiritual needs, ensuring compliance, and managing resources to advance organizational mission.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Supervision & Leadership
- Pastoral Care Delivery
- Military Chaplaincy
- Program Management
- Clinical Integration
- Counseling & Guidance
- Crisis Support
- Community Liaison
- Compliance & Standards Management
Timeline
CLINICAL STAFF CHAPLAIN (GS-12/7)
COATESVILLE VA MEDICAL CENTER - DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
01.2015 - Current
SPIRITUAL CARE MANAGER/CHAPLAIN
CHAPTERS HEALTH SYSTEM, LIFEPATH HOSPICE
05.2013 - 01.2015
COMMAND CHAPLAIN, 352ND CIVIL AFFAIRS COMMAND / UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE
UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE
12.2007 - Current
CAMPUS PASTOR - CHI ALPHA CAMPUS MINISTRIES
THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD
08.1995 - 08.2011
Clinical Pastoral Education - undefined
Pittsburgh VA Medical Center, WVU Hospital
Master of Divinity - undefined
Regent University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Regent University
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Theology
Southeastern University
Professional Military Education -
Command and General Staff College
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