John Jones III
Oakland
Summary
Dynamic group facilitator with extensive experience in stakeholder collaboration and community engagement. Known for strong active listening and conflict resolution skills, successfully driving initiatives that advocate for formerly incarcerated individuals and improve community reintegration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Facilitator
Justice Reinvestment Coalition
Oakland
03.2025 - Current
- Facilitated Justice Reinvestment Coalition of Alameda County (JRC-AC) with 18 nonprofit organizations, advancing collaborative criminal justice reform.
- Facilitated group discussions to foster community engagement and collaborative efforts.
- Championed employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals at Coliseum Complex, enhancing community reintegration.
- Led Alameda County Fair Chance Housing campaign, advocating for equitable housing policies to improve access for marginalized populations.
- The purpose of this group is Criminal Justice reform, including but not limited to: AB 109 implementation, DA Accountability, ending the practice of trying juveniles as adults, and Community reinvestment.
- Developed workshop materials aimed at enhancing learning and interaction among participants.
- Coordinated meeting logistics, ensuring smooth operations and active participation.
Group Facilitator
CREC- Alameda County
Oakland
01.2025 - Current
- Guided community members through re-entry processes to enhance support and understanding. the Community Re-Entry Cooperative (CREC) as the facilitator.
- Facilitated group discussions to foster community engagement and collaboration, enhancing participant involvement.
- Encouraged participant feedback to improve future sessions and strengthen group dynamics through iterative refinements.
- Maintained a positive attitude while facilitating sessions with the intention of encouraging engagement from all participants.
- Coordinated logistics for meetings, ensuring smooth operations and high participation.
- Led quarterly meetings with Alameda County Sheriff’s Office to improve services for incarcerated individuals at Santa Rita Jail.
Group Facilitator
Measure NN Coalition
Oakland
01.2025 - Current
- Led the Oakland Violence Reduction Community Coalition, engaging over 30 organizations to address public safety and implement Measure NN.
- Facilitated group discussions to strengthen community engagement and collaboration.
- Encouraged participant feedback, enhancing future sessions and fostering a more collaborative environment.
- Coordinated meeting logistics, optimizing operations and maximizing participation for effective community engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to align objectives with community needs.
- Arranged meetings with team members to discuss project updates. with key stakeholders, leveraging established relationships.
- Attended government and oversight meetings, providing public comments.
Group Facilitator
AC Care Connect
Oakland
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Facilitated group discussions to enhance coordination and personalized care among providers through targeted systems improvements.
- Facilitated discussions on the Alameda County Care Connect Steering Committee to align strategies for improved care coordination.
- Improved consumers’ experience while engaging in services through standardization of practice, development of universal tools, and sharing of consumer health records
- Supported conflict resolution efforts to enhance collaboration and team dynamics by providing constructive criticism.
Skills
- Facilitation techniques
- Workshop development
- Conflict resolution
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Community outreach
- Policy advocacy
- Group dynamics
- Agenda planning
- Public speaking
- Active listening
- Interpersonal communication
- Inclusivity
- Critical thinking
- Community involvement
Certification
- Certified Life Coach
Timeline
Group Facilitator
Justice Reinvestment Coalition
03.2025 - Current
Group Facilitator
CREC- Alameda County
01.2025 - Current
Group Facilitator
Measure NN Coalition
01.2025 - Current
Group Facilitator
AC Care Connect
01.2018 - 10.2021