ADAM JOHN CHASE
Chesapeake
Summary
Experienced with facilitating spiritual development and community outreach. Utilizes team collaboration and conflict resolution to create cohesive environments. Knowledge of effective communication and event planning to engage and support diverse congregations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Ministry Leader
Various
2021 - Current
- Provided discipleship support for family and friends, both immediate and distant.
- Led large and small group sessions for children's ministry, serving grades two through five.
- Assisted with Awana group activities for second graders. Coordinated vacation Bible school events. Chaperoned summer camp trips.
- Guided young adults in ministry activities and participated in mission trips to Lesotho, Africa, enhancing cross-cultural outreach efforts.
- Hosted Bible study sessions at home.
- Delivered spiritual mentorship and guidance to diverse groups, including church members, visitors, and security forces staff and students.
- Participated in Kairos prison ministry and led Christian services for military prisoners.
- Crafted and delivered impactful sermons that fostered spiritual growth among congregants.
- Currently assisting in middle school ministry.
- Coordinated events to enhance service opportunities and promote community engagement.
- Guided participants through discussions on spiritual growth topics to enhance their understanding and commitment.
Corrections Course Supervisor and Lead Instructor
Center for Security Forces
03.2020 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and implement innovative teaching strategies across the curriculum.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for fellow educators, sharing expertise in course management and instructional design.
- Monitored emerging trends in education technology, incorporating relevant tools into courses for enhanced engagement and learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, utilizing insights to inform future instruction and reporting requirements.
- Participated in department meetings regarding curriculum updates or revisions necessary for continued improvement.
- Served as a mentor to new instructors, offering guidance on effective teaching techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Supervised course development and implementation for various security training programs.
- Collaborated with instructors to enhance curriculum delivery and student engagement.
Security Host
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Ensured the company’s security policies and procedures are followed by both Guest and Cast Members visiting or working at any of the World Disney World Parks and Resorts.
- Performed routine security screening procedures to identity unauthorized items and behaviors and inform Guest or Cast Members of company policy.
- Conducted Bike Patrols on property to ensure the integrity of security.
Detainee Operations Manager
United States Marine Corps – Various Global Locations
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Directed training initiatives for military and equal opportunity programs, impacting over 150 personnel. Managed logistical support operations and upheld safety regulations. Offered strategic guidance on weapon employment capabilities to enhance team readiness.
- Administered regular performance sessions to identity strength and weakness in staff; provided guidance for professional growth with a retention rating of 75%
- Generated an optimal training deployment plan that covered management of detention facility, handling of detainees and Collection Point operations
- Collaborated 3 other senior leaders in revising the organization’s detainee procedures focusing on handling capabilities, biometrics, site exploitation and transport
Corrections Instructor
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Oversaw the instruction of up to 60 students per class cycle from the Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force in Basic Corrections and Correctional Counselor Courses. Provided continuous supervision to ensure constant discipline, welfare, safety and obedience to military orders.
- Prepared instructional material based on lesson plans covering over 500 hours of instruction; delivered instructions on non-lethal tactics in riot control, self-defense, cell extractions, stress management, and O.C. Spray familiarization
- Analyzed deficiencies in students whose academic progress indicate probable failure; recommend means to overcome deficiencies and recorded within students’ internal records
- Received ‘By Name’ recognition by the Navy Site Assessment team for Exceptional Performance in Training
Correctional Security Liaison
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Coordinated the communication and relationship between the consolidated penitentiary and Marine Corps prisoners and additionally with the prisoner’s commands. Enforced proper security procedures and regulations and provided unique Marine Corps specific administrative support. Coordinated medical physicals, transfer, intake, and out-processing of all Marine Corps prisoners.
- Monitored and tracked all DNA draws delivering notifications to stakeholders of prisoners processing
- Oversaw an average of 30-35 prisoners; conducted security inspection for contrabands and escorted weekly visits from command and personal visitors
- Processed administrate release paperwork for over 100 prisoners; coordinated release authorization with Headquarters Corrections, Scheduled Airline Travel Officer, and Medical Clinics
- Maintained 100% accountability of 3,500 keys and locks and developed a badge system for both prisoners and staff as Key Controller
- Conducted and evaluated Emergency, Reaction, and Physical Security Programs in accordance with Navy Corrections and American Correctional Association standards
- Planned and executed over 15 prisoner escorts and 5 National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACIC) armed escorts
- Tested and evaluated security systems that included cameras, alarms, and terminals
Security Counselor
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Conducted initial, follow-up and pre-release interviews for newly confined personnel. Monitored prisoner and detainee progress in confinement providing continuous or release recommendations to the Classification & Assessment Board.
- Monitored security and safety measures performed by the security section of 30 staff members; fostered an environment of respect and trust between prisoners and staff
- Conducted weekly counseling sessions to over 200 prisoners; provided assistance on their well-being and verified their safety
- Managed a caseload of over 40 prisoners; provided progress reports and summaries of transfers
- Built relationships with Legal Service Support sections and external agencies on issues and transportation pertaining to prisoners/detainees; answered and resolved questions concerning prisoner requests within 72 hours
- Ensured initial counseling documentation was thoroughly completed and entered into the Prisoner/Detainee files
- Led and trained Detainee Escort Teams and Detainee Operations Teams on the functions of Temporary Holding Facility and Collection Points located in Afghanistan
- Drafted and monitored over 16 Air Support request for Detainee Escort Team’s travel with a budget of $15K
- Led a $325K construction project of the Temporary Holding Facility in Afghanistan
Education
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministry With Biblical Counseling
South Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Wake Forest, NC2028
Bachelor of Science - Business Admininstration
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2021
Skills
- Effective conflict resolution
- Risk management strategies
- Case Management
- Organization Communications
- Team leadership
- Engaged classroom participation
- Team-based learning
- Teaching strategies
- Small group facilitation
Timeline
Corrections Course Supervisor and Lead Instructor
Center for Security Forces
03.2020 - 09.2025
Security Host
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
01.2018 - 01.2019
Detainee Operations Manager
United States Marine Corps – Various Global Locations
01.2016 - 01.2018
Corrections Instructor
01.2014 - 01.2016
Correctional Security Liaison
01.2011 - 01.2014
Security Counselor
01.2007 - 01.2011
Ministry Leader
Various
2021 - Current
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Ministry With Biblical Counseling
South Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Business Admininstration
Southern New Hampshire University
Training
PTSD Peer Network Training, Curriculum Developer Course, Basic Instructor Course, Naval Correctional Counselor Course, Naval Correctional Specialist Course, USSA Armed Response Tactics Aircraft Environment Training, Inter Service Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor Course
Awards
Marine Corrections Specialist of the Year Award, American Correctional Associations, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2nd Award), Joint Service Achievement Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3rd Award), Certificate of Appreciation (2nd Award), Letter of Appreciation (13th Award)