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Cheryl Bradley

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate professional committed to serving the community with purpose and integrity. Passionate about empowering individuals to become the best versions of themselves by creating safe, positive spaces for emotional expression and healing from trauma. Strong active listener, self starter, and team oriented individual eager to continue learning and growing while providing meaningful support and assistance to clients, colleagues, and the community.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Services Specialist

Safe Connections
Saint Louis , Missouri
02.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated support groups for survivors, fostering community and healing.
  • Developed treatment plans tailored to client needs and goals.
  • Advocated for clients' rights in legal and social service systems.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and self-care techniques.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Updated databases with accurate information to ensure data integrity.

In The Door

Youth Training and PD Specialist
Saint Louis , Missouri
07.2023 - 11.2025

The Training and Professional Development Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs for the WIOA Out of School Youth Program. This role focuses on enhancing the skills and career readiness of participants, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary tools to succeed in the workforce.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
  • Proficiency in using technology for virtual training and data management.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Educator

Momentum Academy
Saint Louis , Missouri
05.2018 - 06.2023
  • Utilized various teaching methods, such as lectures, demonstrations, group activities, and hands-on learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
  • Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in either an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.

Community Service Worker

Saint Louis Crisis Nursery
Saint Louis, Missouri
01.2015 - 03.2018
  • Organized and facilitated community events to promote social awareness.
  • Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, as needed.
  • Educated clients on local laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to their situation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2021

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Harris-Stowe State University
St Louis, MO
05-2015

Skills

  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Client advocacy
  • Cultural competence
  • Advocacy
  • Crisis intervention
  • Life skills development
  • Treatment planning
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Community outreach
  • Group facilitation

Affiliations

  • Institute for Black Liberation – Deaconess Foundation
    Participant / Community Leader | St. Louis, MO
  • Community Wellness Project – Empower Her
    Community Outreach & Wellness Advocate | St. Louis, MO

Timeline

Social Services Specialist

Safe Connections
02.2025 - Current

In The Door

Youth Training and PD Specialist
07.2023 - 11.2025

Educator

Momentum Academy
05.2018 - 06.2023

Community Service Worker

Saint Louis Crisis Nursery
01.2015 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Harris-Stowe State University
Cheryl Bradley