Saliymah Jones

Experience

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  University of Business & Technology

  Feb 2009 - May 2014

  Educator and ELA Coordinator/Facilitator

  • Facilitated effective learning mix (i.e., instructor led, e-Learning, blended learning, social learning) for the agreed target audience.• Ensured the effective delivery and deployment of programming solutions and offerings, i.e., business and life skills, ESL, Adult Basic Education, IELTS, TOEFL • Supported the development and maintenance of salary and budgeting programs.• Worked with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to agree on target training, crafting precise learning objectives, evaluations, and measures of success• Organized English for academic purposes ranging from intermediate to advanced• Implemented and created programs in LMS such as, Moodle, Canvas and Teacher-Student development proficiencies• Ensured learning and development solutions were developed and deployed using global frameworks, standards, systems and processes. • Facilitated, workshops and acted as global diversity mentor and liaison to university • Recruited, developed and implemented strategies to engage students who may be from dis-advantaged areas Show less

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  HCGArabia

  Jan 2014 - May 2018

  Marketing Project Manager

  • Intermediate and advanced health and wellness facilitation• Participated in strategic decision and processes for marketing visibility • Collaborated with multiple stakeholders regarding grants and educational events• Liaison to sales internationally and to transcontinental clients• Managed fiscal budgets and salaries based on projected goals• Established distribution network throughout significant departments such that salaries, evaluations, relationships were strategically changed within 1 year Show less

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  Service Alternatives, Inc.

  Dec 2018 - Oct 2019

  Training Specialist/Homeless Shelter Coordination

  Staff facilitation of Washington State rules; CPR, RCT and RIGHT RESPONSEYWCA – Case Manager for Shelter Plus programs – Updates on HCIMS files, delivery of housing at it relates to the “Housing First” modelServed Hoff Foundation – Ester’s Place – liaison to staff and clients. Working with local homeless populations as a result to the opioid crisis of Snohomish county.Race, social justice, and inequities support and case managementHelped with projects related to the daily needs of women currently homeless and /or in recoveryDeveloped projects to increase efficiency and productivity of staffProvided ongoing support services to clients and staff Show less

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  State of Washington

  Jul 2020 - Jan 2023

  Employment Connections Justice Involved - Business Solutions Specialist (ESD)

  •Employment support and business solutions for the public with primary efforts to include “Justice Involved” Clients including workshops, application assistance, and community networking • Developed and facilitated virtual workshops for ESD as well as Department of Defense and its partners. Most specifically in "Business Solutions" and "Military Spouses."• Provide staff-assisted customer services; conduct group and individual in-depth interviews, assist with full profile registrations into WorkSourceWA• Review job readiness, employment barriers and customer needs; administer skill, interest, and aptitude tests using formal tools; identify employment and/or training goals; develop and monitor service plans; develop recommendations for continuous engagement• Used Lean Yellow Belt training for implementing "Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity" platforms in Worksource Washington State.• Analyzed, designed, proposed and implemented continuous improvement plan to the end-to-end process• Act as liaison to businesses; identify business needs and job opportunities for customers; supply information addressing human resources support, labor market trends and wages, tax credits and incentives, and employment laws and regulations; refer to websites and other agency and partner services.• Jointly develop service delivery plan to address; recruit, screen, manage and/or assist employers with job match and referrals• Work with community partners to provide everything from on-the-job training to more in-depth assistance to help with significant barriers employment that require special needs • Introduce employers and military spouses to WorkSourceWA and Un-employment• Communicate with customers in Arabic and English•Facilitate and update different workshops such as LinkedIn, Express Your Worth,Job Search Strategies and Resume Skills• Provide unemployment RESEA and TAA information to clients• Utilize different data bases as TEAMS, WEBEX, ETO and UTAB Show less

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  Employment Security Department

  Mar 2021 - Jul 2022

  Trade Act Case Manager

  Supporting Dislocated Workers as they navigate the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. Providing case management through: education on program information details, evaluating strengths and opportunities, job search support, resume reviews, training research guidance. Assisting participants in navigating governmental systems and returning to suitable employment.

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  City of Bellevue, Washington

  Jan 2023 - Sept 2024

  Accreditation and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Program Administrator, Parks & Community Services

  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism WorkProject Management: Skilled in advancing equity and ensuring all residents access community services.Diversity Liaison: Served as the lead diversity liaison for Parks & Community Services, representing the department in city-wide diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism initiatives.Strategic Leadership: Led the implementation and updates of the Department Diversity Strategic Plan, facilitating courageous conversations.Public Outreach: Enhanced public outreach to broaden participation in initiatives, planning, and programming.Interpersonal Skills: Worked cooperatively with diverse individuals, fostering an open, non-judgmental environment.Cultural Competency: Knowledgeable in organizational development strategies related to cultural competency and outreach practices.Systemic Awareness: Understand how systemic issues, including racism, contribute to inequities within Parks & Community Services.Community Support: Advocated for Bellevue's diverse community, ensuring access to resources for people of color, immigrants, individuals with disabilities, English language learners, and LGBTQ members.Accreditation Leadership: Oversaw the development and implementation of the department’s diversity strategic plan, collaborating with the City’s Diversity Advantage Team.Accreditation Management: Led the re-accreditation process, coordinating self-assessments and serving as the primary point of contact.Equity Integration: Developed a comprehensive approach to integrating equity in policy development, budget decisions, and program evaluations. Show less