Mark A. Jones
Kankakee
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in program management and community outreach, notably at L'SOM Ministries. Proven ability to implement quality programs and facilitate public forums, enhancing community awareness. Skilled in crisis intervention and team collaboration, driving impactful solutions for individuals facing addiction challenges.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
President / Administrator
L'SOM Ministries/Victory House of Kankakee County
Kankakee
01.1995 - Current
- Create, implement and evaluate quality programs for L'SOM Ministries/ Victory House of Kankakee County.
- Provide administrative oversight for transitional housing, mentoring and leadership for people in need.
- Facilitate public groups and forums for awareness and solutions to alleviate the needs in the community related to addictions.
Youth Group Home Direct Care Staff
Garden of Prayer Youth Center
Kankakee
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Provide day-to-day support services for youth in the program.
- Work with each youth on achieving their personal goals.
- Transport youth to community events.
- Maintain a safe environment for youth in the home and in the community.
Bus Driver
Citadel Long Term Care Facility
Bourbonnais
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Provide safe transportation for facility residents to physician appointments, therapy and other services as indicated by their care plan.
- Adhere to company travel policies and procedures for transport.
Resident Coordinator
Brandon House/Family Guidance Center
Manteno
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Provide transportation services to residents.
- Provide motivational support to assist counselors in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Support treatment plans by reporting client concerns, assists case manager/counselor with client activities by implementing scheduled and/or requested activities.
- Works cooperatively with members of the nursing and medical staff to observe urine drops, monitor clients, and chart all pertinent data.
- Monitor self-administration of medications by clients and document in SAMMS, MAR/PRN log according to regulations.
Outreach Supervisor
Duane Dean Behavioral Health Services
Kankakee
12.1999 - 05.2012
- Supervised the client outreach efforts for Kankakee and Iroquois County.
- Coordinated and provided daily transportation services for both counties for counseling and treatment.
- Represent organization to community and business organization for awareness.
Education
Certificate - Recovery Support Specialist
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL04-2022
Skills
- Program evaluation
- Community outreach
- Leadership development
- Policy implementation
- Public speaking
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Program management
Timeline
Youth Group Home Direct Care Staff
Garden of Prayer Youth Center
11.2023 - 05.2024
Bus Driver
Citadel Long Term Care Facility
02.2020 - 03.2021
Resident Coordinator
Brandon House/Family Guidance Center
01.2019 - 08.2020
Outreach Supervisor
Duane Dean Behavioral Health Services
12.1999 - 05.2012
President / Administrator
L'SOM Ministries/Victory House of Kankakee County
01.1995 - Current
Certificate - Recovery Support Specialist
Governors State University