Darius Jones
About Darius Jones
Darius Jones is a Senior Learning and Development Specialist at Brave Care, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in training and development, including project management for software training and transitioning training formats to virtual models.
Work at Brave Care
Darius Jones has been employed at Brave Care as a Senior Learning and Development Specialist since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing training programs and developing learning strategies to support the organization's growth. His responsibilities include assessing training needs, designing educational materials, and implementing effective learning solutions. His work contributes to the overall development of staff and the improvement of service delivery within the organization.
Previous Experience in Learning and Development
Before joining Brave Care, Darius Jones worked at Holland Partner Group as a Learning and Development Manager from 2017 to 2022. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing training initiatives and ensuring the effectiveness of learning programs. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Trainer in Learning and Development at Verizon Wireless from 2011 to 2017, where he developed training content and facilitated training sessions for employees.
Education and Expertise
Darius Jones holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History from Oregon State University, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Secondary Education and Teaching from Western Oregon University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in learning and development, particularly in adult learning techniques and instructional design.
Project Management Experience
Darius Jones served as the project manager for the conversion of the inventory system for the entire Pacific Market Operations. This role involved custom design and development of software training, showcasing his ability to manage complex projects and deliver tailored training solutions. His leadership in this project highlights his skills in project management and instructional design.
Training Development Initiatives
Throughout his career, Darius Jones has developed and led several 'Train the Trainer' sessions aimed at improving virtual content delivery. He successfully transitioned face-to-face new hire training to a virtual blended model, utilizing adult learning techniques to enhance the training experience. Additionally, he collaborated with executive leaders to identify learning gaps and create corrective plans, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement in training programs.