Ali Jones

Experience

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  The Y (YMCA)

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

  Camp Counselor

  -Supervised elementary school children during a nine-hour period, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. -Facilitated the development of social skills in children, promoting healthy expression of feelings and cooperative behavior. -Utilized games and songs as effective teaching tools to enhance learning experiences. -Balanced child safety with opportunities for exploration and integration of new experiences. -Communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's behavior and progress. Weniger anzeigen

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  The Y (YMCA)

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

  Camp Counselor

  -Supervised elementary school children during a nine-hour period, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. -Facilitated the development of social skills in children, promoting healthy expression of feelings and cooperative behavior. -Utilized games and songs as effective teaching tools to enhance learning experiences. -Balanced child safety with opportunities for exploration and integration of new experiences. -Communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's behavior and progress. Weniger anzeigen

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  The Y (YMCA)

  Jan 2010 - Aug 2010

  Camp Counselor

  -Supervised elementary school children during a nine-hour period, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. -Facilitated the development of social skills in children, promoting healthy expression of feelings and cooperative behavior. -Utilized games and songs as effective teaching tools to enhance learning experiences. -Balanced child safety with opportunities for exploration and integration of new experiences. -Communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's behavior and progress. Weniger anzeigen

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  The Y (YMCA)

  Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

  Camp Counselor

  -Supervised elementary school children during a nine-hour period, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. -Facilitated the development of social skills in children, promoting healthy expression of feelings and cooperative behavior. -Utilized games and songs as effective teaching tools to enhance learning experiences. -Balanced child safety with opportunities for exploration and integration of new experiences. -Communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's behavior and progress. Weniger anzeigen

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  The Y (YMCA)

  Jan 2012 - Aug 2012

  Program Team Counselor

  -Manage camper ride activities to enhance the experience, facilitating problem-solving and fostering connections among campers and counselors. -Develop and present daily activities aligned with camp themes, ensuring age-appropriate diversity. -Collaborate with leadership to ensure well-organized assemblies, including supply management and role assignments. -Conduct end-of-day check-ins with counselors to gather parent communication needs and debrief on daily activities. -Address and manage camper issues related to behavior or medical concerns as needed. -Support staff morale initiatives to promote a positive team environment. -Plan and prepare assemblies and themed activities, organizing necessary supplies. Weniger anzeigen

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  Forest Hill Church

  Jan 2013 - Aug 2013

  Program Director for Camp Rock

  -Planned weekly activities for children's camp, including games, skits, and creative elements. -Developed Bible lessons and ensured alignment between activities and key teachings. -Managed procurement of camp supplies, including props and materials for games. Executed planned activities, delegating leadership roles and overseeing implementation. -Delivered messages and sermons to children during club time.

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  Northwestern Mutual

  Jan 2014 - Aug 2014

  Administrative Intern

  • Organizing the records of specific clients and assuring that each document was placed in the correct position in accordance to name and type of file.• Transferring the documents into the format of an E-File to reassure its preservation.• Arranged meetings for superior by means of telephone calls to clients.

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  Forest Hill Church

  Apr 2014 - Jan 2024

  Responsible for overseeing programs and initiatives that provide leadership and guidance to Forest Hill - Eastland, a diverse multi-generational, multi-ethnic congregation. Establish and support an environment that fosters a sense of belonging and community. Manage staff and volunteers to inspire, encourage, and empower community members.-Developed and implemented comprehensive discipleship programs, resulting in an increase in active participation within the congregation.-Utilized Church Community Builder and Growth Method to enhance communication and engagement, resulting in growth in attendance and community participation. -Established, trained, and led volunteer teams; resulting in improved collaboration and efficiency.-Organized community events-Managed budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and alignment with organizational goals.-Provided crisis care and emotional support to individuals and families in need.-Mentored and lead a team of five staff members, over 6 years, who collaborated in order to bring about desired results.-Conducted public speaking engagements on various topics; engaging diverse audiences and conveying complex ideas with clarity. Weniger anzeigen Provided direction as a liaison between members, volunteers, and church leadership and created pathways for people to connect, grow, and feel a sense of belonging. Oversaw volunteer recruitment and onboarding, developed mentorship programs, and coordinated campaigns to enhance community involvement. -Implemented a robust volunteer recruitment strategy, resulting in an increase in volunteer engagement and retention.-Launched a mentorship program, matching individuals with vetted mentors to foster personal and spiritual growth.-Executed various training initiatives for stakeholders-Utilized social media platforms to promote church events and initiatives.-Managed event planning and execution for weekly services, ensuring seamless operations and positive participant experiences. -Developed and curated resources for small groups and mentoring pairs. Weniger anzeigen Designed, coordinated and oversaw impactful programs for youth and young adults. Collaborated with the ministry team to implement various elements of programming that utilized a holistic approach to personal growth-Coordinate logistics for supplies, setup, and volunteer management for large group events, ensuring seamless execution and engagement.-Supervise large group experiences for children, overseeing all aspects from arrival to departure to create a welcoming and organized environment.-Collaborate with Family Ministry teams to integrate all elements of large group and small group programs, enhancing overall effectiveness and cohesion.-Implement curriculum and content strategically to foster a vibrant Family Ministry atmosphere that supports children's growth and engagement.-Provide oversight and support for volunteers within large group settings, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for both volunteers and participants.-Develop and design curricula for children in 5th grade and younger, tailored for both large group and small group experiences to promote learning and engagement. -Organized and executed successful events, retreats, and camps utilizing strong project management and organizational skills.-Established and nurtured relationships with program participants and stakeholders.-Led a team of interns and volunteers who collaborated to provide impactful experiences to program participants.-Collaborated with global teams to enhance program effectiveness. Weniger anzeigen

  • Discipleship Pastor

    Sept 2022 - Jan 2024

  • Connections Director

    Jan 2018 - Sept 2022

  • Kids@FHC Program Specialist

    Aug 2014 - Jan 2017

  • Program Director for Camp Rock

    Apr 2014 - Aug 2014