Crystal Isabell
Tacoma
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in trauma-informed, culturally responsive advocacy. Visionary and adaptable professional with expertise in interdisciplinary analysis, strategic storytelling, and public speaking. Skilled at synthesizing philosophy, psychology, and social work theory into impactful messaging that bridges personal experience with systemic change. Known for ethical leadership, collaborative influence, and values-driven civic engagement.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Service Specialist Intern
Pierce County Housing Authority
10.2025 - Current
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Utilized office software to prepare documents, community resources, and flyers efficiently.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Facilitated communication between residents and management to address concerns.
Parent Ambassador Cohort 17
WSA
03.2025 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with legislators to enhance community visibility and engagement.
- Developed and executed outreach strategies to effectively communicate organizational goals.
- Attended Race and Equity Training in Education.
- Obtained trauma-informed education.
- Participated in SCAN training.
Guest Advocate
Early Relational Health Community Conversation
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Facilitated community conversations to enhance engagement and understanding of relational health topics.
- Collaborated with team members to develop outreach strategies, increasing community participation in discussions.
- Developed informative content tailored to specific topics, ensuring relevance and clarity for attendees.
- Delivered engaging presentations to diverse audiences, enhancing public speaking skills and audience interaction.
ECEAP Representative
Policy Council
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Monitored legislative developments, providing timely updates to leadership and staff.
- Participated in weekly leadership training.
- Advocated for parents in the community.
- Provided valuable input resulting in new opportunities for growth and development.
- Advocated for educational reform by introducing bills aimed at increasing funding and resources for public schools.
Family Support Specialist Intern
Tacoma Community College Early Learning Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Coordinated outreach efforts to connect families with community services and programs.
- Conducted assessments to identify strengths, challenges, and service gaps within families.
- Improved family dynamics by offering guidance on parenting strategies, communication techniques, and conflict resolution skills.
- Assisted in crisis intervention by providing immediate emotional support and resources.
Education
Bachelor's Social Welfare - Social Services
University of Washington, Tacoma, WA, USA
09-2027
No Degree - Parent Leadership And Advocacy Certificate
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA04-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA06-2025
Skills
- Administrative and Client support
- Data analysis and entry
- Advocacy at the individual, community and policy level
- Community outreach and resource navigation
- Ethical Practice
- Intercultural Sensitivity
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Human Services Case Aid, Tacoma Community College - 2023-2024
- Chemical Dependency, Tacoma community College - 2023-2024
- Circle of Security, Early Learning Center - 2024
- Emergency First Aid - 2024
- CPR & AED - 2024
- Emergency first aid Training - 2024
- CPE & AED Training - 2024
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training - 2024
Timeline
Resident Service Specialist Intern
Pierce County Housing Authority
10.2025 - Current
Guest Advocate
Early Relational Health Community Conversation
10.2025 - 10.2025
Parent Ambassador Cohort 17
WSA
03.2025 - Current
ECEAP Representative
Policy Council
10.2024 - 10.2025
Family Support Specialist Intern
Tacoma Community College Early Learning Center
06.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor's Social Welfare - Social Services
University of Washington, Tacoma, WA, USA
No Degree - Parent Leadership And Advocacy Certificate
Skagit Valley College
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Tacoma Community College