JASYN BANKS
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Driven and compassionate individual with deep commitment to providing spiritual support and guidance. Possesses foundational understanding of religious studies and counseling, coupled with effective communication and active listening skills. Focused on fostering sense of community and offering solace to individuals in times of need.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chaplain Mental Health Fellow
VA Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing physical and emotional needs.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support, and direct care to a 466-bed hospital, family members, and staff.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately, and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Developed relationships with patients and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
Chaplain Resident
VA Medical Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Created and used spiritual assessments for crisis management, intervention, bereavement, and chemical dependency.
- Developed and delivered meaningful sermons for weekly chapel services, fostering spiritual growth within the community.
- Participated in didactic sessions and education seminars.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support, and direct care to a 466-bed hospital, family members, and staff.
Chaplain Intern
VA Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Offered spiritual support to patients and families, keeping with expressed wishes and desires.
- Provided spiritual services to patients and families based upon identified needs.
- Led stimulating small group discussions that encouraged reflection on personal beliefs and values among participants.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support, and direct care to a 466-bed hospital, family members, and staff.
IT Support Specialist
Georgia State University
- Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
- Managed high levels of call flow and responded to technical support needs.
- Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
Regional Sales Manager
ACT, Inc.
- Expanded market share within the region by identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Launch of a fixed device, responsible for product concept, distribution strategies, public relations, and direct/indirect strategy; 1.2M revenue in 2008
- Sold 800k in direct sales in 2007; 96% increase over 2006
Education
Master of Divinity -
Mercer University
Atlanta05-2023
Master of Arts - Religious Studies
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08-2019
Skills
- Educator
- Spiritual care
- Grief support
- Moral Injury support
- Worship service assistance
- Pastoral care
- Spiritual counseling
- Interfaith ministry
Certification
Shay Moral Injury Program, 2025
Presentations And Didactics
- Interreligious Humility
- Sending Forth Charge – VA Nurse’s Appreciation Week Blessing of the Hands Service
- Our Year in Reflection – VA Intern Graduation
Timeline
Chaplain Mental Health Fellow
VA Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Chaplain Resident
VA Medical Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
Chaplain Intern
VA Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2021
IT Support Specialist
Georgia State University
Regional Sales Manager
ACT, Inc.
Master of Divinity -
Mercer University
Master of Arts - Religious Studies
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Georgia State University
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