Open To Work
Rev. ELIJAH A. HUNT, Mdiv.
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Ordained minister with a strong focus on criminal justice reform and community empowerment. Extensive experience in pastoral roles and specialized skills in supporting the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals. Proven ability in resource coordination, mentoring, and advocacy through community supervision efforts. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive transformative initiatives that enhance justice, rehabilitation, and inclusivity.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Services Community Consultant
Department of Community Supervision
Lawrenceville, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for community service providers.
- Coordinated resource allocation to enhance effectiveness of community supervision initiatives.
- Provided guidance and support to staff on community engagement strategies.
- Liaised with community members, business owners, and officials to address current issues and find appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with new community partners to enhance client service capacity.
- Facilitated connections between community and local probation and parole office.
- Conducted research into various aspects of the community including population demographics, socio-economic trends, and public policy initiatives.
- Designed promotional materials highlighting accomplishments achieved through collective action.
- Recruited and trained volunteers for community service projects.
- Cultivated relationships with referral sources, identified new partners, and uncovered opportunities to increase community engagement.
- Maintained existing and developed new partnerships with many local charity organizations to facilitate community involvement and awareness of non-profit missions and theatre events.
- Referred clients to substance abuse treatment programs and outpatient dual diagnosis treatment programs.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within the community.
- Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
- Coordinated program logistics, meeting schedules, and volunteer recruitment efforts.
- Assisted supervisees with reentry needs through direct contact in county.
- Planned and hosted community events, including health and job fairs.
- Represented local office in various community affairs and engagements.
- Conducted face-to-face meetings with supervisees during intake days.
- Participated in community meetings on behalf of agency initiatives.
- Worked alongside officers and chief to promote holistic rehabilitation services.
Pastoral Associate
St. James Community Church of Alpharetta
Alpharetta, GA
02.2024 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance to young adults in weekly meetings.
- Heightened member retention through effective and empathetic pastoral care.
- Provided counseling for individuals facing life challenges and offered ongoing support.
- Mentored youth group members, fostering personal growth and spiritual development.
- Led Bible study groups, fostering spiritual growth and community connections.
- Led workshops on prayer, discipleship, and conflict resolution to enhance community engagement.
- Streamlined communication strategies, enhancing youth and young adult attendance in services.
- Established partnerships with local nursing homes for monthly ministry visits to residents.
- Coordinated community outreach programs, fostering engagement and support for local families.
- Refined event coordination systems, increasing volunteer participation and attendance.
- Developed educational materials for youth programs to promote faith-based learning.
- Managed administrative tasks, including budgeting and scheduling for improved ministry operations.
- Collaborated with clergy to implement new initiatives for church growth and engagement.
- Provided mentorship opportunities for young adults interested in pursuing a career in ministry work.
- Presented and prepared weekly sermons and bible lessons for congregation.
Interim Minister
New Morning Light Missionary Baptist Church
Conley, GA
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered impactful sermons to inspire and guide congregation during services.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs, fostering local relationships and addressing community needs.
- Led Bible study groups to enhance scripture understanding among attendees.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care through counseling, visiting, and praying with members.
- Cultivated positive church culture, increasing morale and participation within congregation.
- Provided spiritual guidance during worship services and special ceremonies.
- Created Bible study classes to facilitate spiritual growth among participants.
- Led diverse congregation as interim minister, improving community engagement and connection.
Associate Minister/Intern
Providence Missionary Baptist Church
Atlanta, GA
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Led worship services and coordinated music ministry activities.
- Delivered sermons and educational programs, utilizing strong communication skills for diverse audiences.
- Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to church members.
- Conducted visits to hospitals, nursing homes and other locations to provide spiritual guidance.
- Provided comprehensive pastoral care, offering support during funerals and hospital visits to address congregants' needs in crisis.
- Counseled individuals on personal issues related to faith and life challenges.
- Facilitated Bible study sessions to enhance scriptural understanding.
- Executed strategic planning and administrative duties to shape church themes and enhance community engagement.
- Assessed and refined church ministries and strategic goals to align with mission fulfillment and enhance overall church effectiveness.
- Collaborated with church leadership on community outreach initiatives.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Collaborated with ministry team to plan special events, enhancing participants' spiritual lives.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for local service projects, strengthening community impact.
- Oversaw initiatives addressing social justice issues, empowering congregants as change agents.
- Trained volunteers in service roles and church functions.
Intern in Reentry Division
Clayton County Department of Community Supervision
Atlanta, GA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Supported formerly incarcerated individuals weekly, connecting them with vital reintegration resources to enhance successful transitions.
- Engaged directly with clients, providing tailored guidance to meet individual reintegration needs and foster personal growth.
- Identified second-chance employment opportunities for inmates to secure job placements.
- Monitored progress of 10 inmates, ensuring comprehensive case management documentation to track rehabilitation outcomes.
- Received mentoring certification and counseled inmates, providing positive guidance and support.
- Managed and updated state databases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Met strict deadlines and quotas, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Collaborated with teammates to develop effective tutoring programs.
Associate Minister
Stewart Memorial United Methodist Church
Daytona Beach, FL
12.2021 - 07.2021
- Preached and taught regularly, demonstrating strong communication skills.
- Led worship services, creating a welcoming and orderly environment for congregants.
- Coordinated youth events to strengthen community involvement and boost youth engagement.
- Supported pastor in administrative and pastoral duties, enhancing church operations and member engagement.
Campus Ministry
Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
Daytona Beach, FL
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Directed interdenominational campus ministry, engaging college students to foster spiritual growth.
- Led small group Bible studies, tailoring theological discussions for collegiate audiences.
- Developed and implemented strategies to expand ministry impact and outreach.
- Compiled and analyzed student feedback from surveys to enhance campus ministry program engagement.
- Communicated regularly with church leadership to align campus ministry activities with community goals.
- Assisted in setup and cleanup of campus events, ensuring readiness of equipment and fostering a welcoming environment.
Crew Leader
Greening of Detroit
Detroit, MI
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Led a team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations.
- Trained new crew members on safety protocols and horticultural techniques.
- Implemented workflows for landscaping projects and resource management, improving project execution and team coordination.
- Led teams in planting and maintaining green spaces across urban areas.
- Inspected the cleanliness, organization, and safety of job sites after every shift.
- Checked equipment to ensure proper operation before crew members used it.
- Conducted general maintenance on tools and equipment utilized by the crew.
- Provided SAT preparation, forestry education, and job training, enhancing skills and expanding opportunities for youth.
- Supervised and mentored inner-city youth in Detroit, leading community beautification projects and fostering personal development.
Wireless Customer Service Associate
Sam's Club
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Greeted customers, identified needs, and provided personalized assistance to enhance satisfaction.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring positive experiences through effective communication.
- Addressed customer questions by actively listening to their concerns.
- Educated customers on membership benefits and promotional offers to enhance engagement.
- Processed transactions accurately at point of sale during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels, restocked shelves regularly to ensure availability.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery quality and consistency.
- Maintained merchandise displays for optimal presentation and appeal.
Education
Master of Divinity - Black church studies, Baptist church studies
Emory University, Candler School of Theology
Atlanta, GA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL05.2021
Skills
- Community engagement
- Trauma-informed care
- Social research
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Workshop facilitation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Team building
- Collaboration skills
- Diversity awareness
- Excellent communication
- Public speaking
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- Active world traveler (visited South Africa, Europe and Israel)
- Background in competitive performance traveling choirs
Leadership Experience
- Emory University, Candler School of Theology, Chaplain, Fall 2021-Spring 2024
- Bandy Preaching Conference, Student preacher representing Black Church Studies department, 03/29/23
- Bethune-Cookman University, Chaplain, 1st Vice President, President, Fall 2017- Spring 2021
- BCU Concert Chorale, Second Tenor & Soloist, Fall 2017-Spring 2021
Certification
Ordained- Providence Missionary Baptist Church (June 23rd 2024)
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Contract WorkFull TimeGig WorkLocation Preference
HybridRemoteSalary Range
$80000/yr - $200000/yrReferences
Reverend Dr. Damon P. Williams
Phone: (404) 323-9969
Email: dwilliams@providenceatlanta.org
Reverend Dr. Gregory S. Williams
Phone: (404) 414-2399
Email: GWilliams@stjamescca.org
Reverend Dr. Emory Berry
Phone: (808) 912-318
Email: pastor@thefavorchurch.org
Reverend Dr. Timothy Careathers
Phone: (248) 514-0394
Email: timothy_carethers@yahoo.com
Timeline
Social Services Community Consultant
Department of Community Supervision
10.2024 - Current
Interim Minister
New Morning Light Missionary Baptist Church
05.2024 - 06.2024
Pastoral Associate
St. James Community Church of Alpharetta
02.2024 - Current
Associate Minister/Intern
Providence Missionary Baptist Church
08.2022 - 02.2024
Associate Minister
Stewart Memorial United Methodist Church
12.2021 - 07.2021
Intern in Reentry Division
Clayton County Department of Community Supervision
08.2021 - 05.2022
Campus Ministry
Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
08.2018 - 12.2019
Crew Leader
Greening of Detroit
06.2017 - 08.2019
Wireless Customer Service Associate
Sam's Club
01.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Divinity - Black church studies, Baptist church studies
Emory University, Candler School of Theology
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethune-Cookman University