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Chi-Chi Faulk

Nashville,USA

Summary

A passion for working with youth and families, and an advocate for social justice. Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to equitable spaces.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Services Director

Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition
08.2020 - Current
  • Develop and oversee COVID-19 relief efforts for community members
  • Implement services programs designed to meet the needs of community members
  • Monitor program budgets and workplans to ensure funds and deliverables stay on track
  • Engage members with advocacy and empowerment opportunities through TIRRC
  • Maintain partnerships with local organizations, health departments and other stakeholders
  • Supervise services team staff


May 2015-August 2020 Project Manager


  • Planned and implemented fundraising and development events
  • Designed and facilitated innovative English classes
  • Oversaw restaurant and volunteer recruitment for the InterNASHional Food Crawl
  • Engaged students with advocacy and empowerment opportunities through TIRRC
  • Built out, launched and managed an organizational-wide volunteer program
  • Coordinated logistics for events such as Day on the Hill and Membership Convention

Case Manager

Catholic Charities of Tennessee, Refugee Services
10.2011 - 05.2015
  • Managed a caseload of refugees, parolees and asylum seekers from fleeing persecution
  • Provided direct services such as access to medical care, school enrollment and housing
  • Collaborated with employment specialists to ensure employment opportunities for clients
  • Facilitated a pathway to self-sufficiency for clients.

Development Assistant

Father Ray Foundation
03.2010 - 09.2010
  • Developed programs and projects for vulnerable youth and students with disabilities
  • Assisted the Development Director with fundraising efforts for a large Thai-based NGO
  • Wrote and submitted project proposals to international donors and corporations.

Social Work Intern

Center for the Protection of Children's Rights
06.2009 - 07.2009
  • Assisted in treatment plans for families and youth in high-risk circumstances
  • Analyzed policies and programs for trafficked and neglected youth.

Social Work Intern

Monroe Clark Middle School/Price Charities
08.2008 - 05.2009
  • Provided counseling to students, small groups and families in areas of self-esteem, abuse and mental health
  • Assessed the needs of clients and implemented appropriate treatment interventions
  • Aided in the development of community-based projects such as establishing a legal clinic.

Therapeutic Behavioral Coach

New Alternatives, Inc.
01.2006 - 06.2008
  • Implemented behavioral and mental health interventions for severely emotionally disturbed youth
  • Collaborated with caregivers and youth to improve sustaining techniques such as coping skills and self-soothing activities.

Hispanic Outreach Coordinator

Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee
09.2002 - 08.2003
  • Performed outreach in local Hispanic immigrant community, increased Hispanic membership 500%
  • Developed and instructed daily Multi-Cultural and Spanish classes for 400+ members
  • Coordinated programs for club including educational field trips and High Yield Learning Activities.

Coordinator, Bridge Program

St. Edward Church
02.2001 - 11.2001
  • Created and facilitated a program designed to improve the English language skills of Hispanic immigrant youth.

Education

Master of Social Work - International Social Work

San Diego State University
12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish and English

Belmont University
08.2001

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Active Listening

Bilingual

Flexibility

Teamwork

Timeline

Services Director

Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition
08.2020 - Current

Case Manager

Catholic Charities of Tennessee, Refugee Services
10.2011 - 05.2015

Development Assistant

Father Ray Foundation
03.2010 - 09.2010

Social Work Intern

Center for the Protection of Children's Rights
06.2009 - 07.2009

Social Work Intern

Monroe Clark Middle School/Price Charities
08.2008 - 05.2009

Therapeutic Behavioral Coach

New Alternatives, Inc.
01.2006 - 06.2008

Hispanic Outreach Coordinator

Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee
09.2002 - 08.2003

Coordinator, Bridge Program

St. Edward Church
02.2001 - 11.2001

Master of Social Work - International Social Work

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish and English

Belmont University
Chi-Chi Faulk