Jenna Childs
Director of Programs at MSS- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Person Centered Thinking Trainer
The Learning Community
Experience
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MSS
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Programs
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Sep 2019 - Present
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Program Director
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Jun 2016 - Present
I am responsible for leading over 20 employees, overseeing day-to-day operations of a vocational, day training and habilitation program providing support for individuals with disabilities. Prior to the appointment of an additional Program Director, I temporarily led 50 employees across two regional offices. As a member of the senior leadership team, I have been involved in implementing a range of transformational change, HR and business improvement initiatives that have increased employee motivation and strengthened our ability to engage effectively with our local community.
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Program Supervisor
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Dec 2010 - Jun 2016
I oversaw effective program delivery at the Eagan office, managing day-to-day operations while working closely with the Program Director to devise and implement strategies that increased program enrollment and utilization. In addition, I implemented strategic improvements to the referral and acceptance phases and led agency-wide training in person-centered thinking and practices.Other Roles:Case Manager, (Jan 2011 – July 2011)Program Assistant, (Dec 2010 – Jan 2011)
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Museum Intern
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May 2010 - Dec 2010
Conducted research and assisted with collection cataloging and documentation Conducted research and assisted with collection cataloging and documentation
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Event Planner
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Apr 2008 - Dec 2010
Engaged widely with vendors to direct fundraisers, weddings and corporate events Engaged widely with vendors to direct fundraisers, weddings and corporate events
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Counter Agent
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May 2005 - Dec 2010
Performed customer-focused role that including managing rental transactions and driving up sales Performed customer-focused role that including managing rental transactions and driving up sales
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Education
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University of Minnesota Duluth
Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Fine and Studio Arts