Robert Jones
Sioux Falls,South Dakota
Summary
Dynamic and experienced professional with a decade of expertise in mental health advocacy, public speaking, and youth development. Proven ability to empower individuals, particularly Gen Z and Gen Alpha, to build emotional resilience, navigate challenges, and achieve personal growth. Skilled in designing and implementing relationship-based programs that foster positive behavior and emotional well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Bobby Jones Speaks
03.2021 - Current
- Established and led a mentorship program focused on helping secondary school students develop emotional resiliency and navigate personal challenges.
- Designed assemblies and programs emphasizing long-term relationship-building, in-school training, and practical applications to support student well-being.
- Addressed critical issues such as emotional wounds, poor social circumstances, and lack of good relationships impacting students' emotional and overall development.
- Empowers students to take responsibility for their futures and develop positive habits for long-term fulfillment.
Mental Health Specialist
Bobby Jones Speaks
03.2021 - Current
- Operates the only relationship-based, story-centric, on-campus mental health program.
- Implements Positive Behavior Support and Positive Discipline strategies.
- Teaches Gen Z and Gen Alpha valuable life skills through the Peer Purpose Mentorship program to help them feel connected.
Public Speaker
Bobby Jones Speaks
08.2015 - Current
- Delivers 45-minute presentations sharing personal story of growing up uncomfortable in my skin, inspiring audiences to embrace authenticity.
- Experienced in engaging diverse audiences with impactful narratives.
Youth Advocate
Bobby Jones Speaks
03.2015 - Current
- Educates students on healthy life skills and encourages long-term practice with support from teachers.
- Promotes emotional freedom and effective emotional management among youth.
Education
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
North Dakota State College Of Science
Wahpeton, ND12-2004
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2007
Skills
- Mental Health Support: Positive Behavior Support, Positive Discipline, Emotional Freedom, Emotional Management, Emotional Resiliency, Peer Mentorship
- Public Speaking: Experienced Speaker, Presentation Skills, Storytelling, Audience Engagement
- Youth Development: Youth Advocacy, Mentorship Programs, Curriculum Development, Student Support, Life Skills Education
- Program Management: Program Design, Program Implementation, Relationship Building, In-School Training
- Leadership: Founder, Educational Leadership
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
Timeline
Founder
Bobby Jones Speaks
03.2021 - Current
Mental Health Specialist
Bobby Jones Speaks
03.2021 - Current
Public Speaker
Bobby Jones Speaks
08.2015 - Current
Youth Advocate
Bobby Jones Speaks
03.2015 - Current
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
North Dakota State College Of Science
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Michigan State University
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