Jalen Thomas
Intake Coordinator
Intake@GuidingLightWorks.org
616-881-4790
A quote Jalen loves:
“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen”
What Jalen does at Guiding Light:
I am the Intake coordinator for the Men’s and Women’s Programs.
Favorite part of the job:
Being able to see the men grow over a span of months. I also do think the twinkle and hope you see in the men’s eyes as we walk along them on this journey.
Freetime fun:
Outside of work I do a ton of physical activity. I play basketball, CrossFit, and play softball. I also do enjoy hanging out with friends and watching movies.
Favorite Guiding Light Experiences:
The moments I love most is seeing the men having fun and joking around.
Favorite place to eat:
CHILI’S
Favorite GLR lunch question:
What does vulnerability mean to you?
Vulnerability looks like to me to lean into the discomfort and uncertainty not knowing what the outcome is.
Adjectives that describe Jalen:
Fun, upbeat, compassionate, empathetic, love, sensitive, work ethic, personable, and unique.
One of Jalen’s quirky loves:
Ice Cream!
