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Cheyenne Pimentel Perez

Santa Rosa,CA

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in client coordination and program development. Skilled in advocacy and crisis intervention, contributing to impactful initiatives that enhance client well-being and stability. Committed to fostering resilience and independence in diverse populations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Manager

TLC/THP
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated client assessments to identify needs and develop service plans.
  • Advocate for clients by coordinating with landlords, employers, healthcare providers, and social service agencies to remove barriers and ensure access to services.
  • Conduct crisis intervention, de-escalation, and trauma-informed support to promote client safety and stability.
  • Track client outcomes, prepare reports, and contribute to program evaluation and continuous improvement.
  • Connect clients with community resources such as housing, employment assistance, education, childcare, medical/mental health services, and financial aid.

Peer Coordinator

TLC/THP
Santa Rosa, CA
04.2022 - 10.2024
  • Facilitated and coordinated various events with transitional age youth ranging from outdoor activities to meeting with legislators to make a positive impact for current foster youth, LGBTQ+, and at-risk young adults
  • Developed mission statements and polices to introduce the new foundation of the program and ensure engagement and participation from the youth.
  • Wrote grants and budget proposals, approved for over a million dollars to fund impactful activities that will benefit the youth’s overall well-being.
  • Created and maintained documentation including quarterly reports, progress notes, provider contracts, and documentation in accordance with all program policies and regulations.

Transitional Advocate

TLC/THP
Santa Rosa, CA
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Educate and empower clients on independent living skills such as budgeting, time management, employment readiness, and conflict resolution.
  • Conduct strengths-based assessments to identify needs, set achievable goals, and monitor progress.
  • Advocate for client rights while fostering self-advocacy and resilience.
  • Provide individualized advocacy and goal planning to promote independence and long-term stability.

CoC Board Member

County of Sonoma
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Served my second term as chair member for the Youth Lived Experience on the Continuum of Care board (COC).
  • Attended monthly meetings to discuss the issues and proposed new policies to ensure safety surrounding the harsh conditions that the homeless community deals with on a daily basis.
  • Proposed initiatives for new programs based on personal homeless experience to provide relevant input into the programs.

Education

Master's - Marriage and Family Therapy

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
08-2027

Bachelor's of Arts (B.A) - Psychology

SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Psychology

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE
Santa Rosa, CA

Associate of Science (A.S) - Social Behavioral Science

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE
Santa Rosa, CA

Skills

  • CPI certified
  • CPR certified
  • Public Speaker
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suites

Certification

  • CPI certified
  • CPR certified
  • Trauma-Informed care and practices

Timeline

Case Manager

TLC/THP
06.2024 - Current

Transitional Advocate

TLC/THP
07.2023 - 06.2024

Peer Coordinator

TLC/THP
04.2022 - 10.2024

CoC Board Member

County of Sonoma
06.2021 - 06.2024

Master's - Marriage and Family Therapy

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

Bachelor's of Arts (B.A) - Psychology

SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Psychology

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE

Associate of Science (A.S) - Social Behavioral Science

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE