JAQUELYN REYES ALONZO
Portland,OR
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LifeSet Specialist
Youth Village
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Worked closely with 10-12 young individual transitioning out of foster care to develop essential life skills
- Facilitated access to housing, education, and employment opportunities
- Provided individualized support to stabilize challenging situations and foster independence
- Actively participated to amplify the voices of foster youth, ensuring their unique needs were represented and addressed
Peer Navigator
FosterClub Inc.
07.2021 - 05.2023
- In partnership with State of Oregon, confirmed eligibility and distributed $500,000+ in pandemic relief funds to former foster youth in need of assistance
- Helped connect former foster youth to community resources
- Hosted weekly hours to connect and empower youth on advocacy techniques and boundaries
Constituent Consultant
FosterClub Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Participated in Casey's Technical Assistance Unit (TAU) project using human-centered design (HCD) and behavioral science to rethink and redesign child welfare into the 21st century
- Provided feedback and helped design the Casey Readiness Assessment
- Helped organize and facilitate teens retreats
- Facilitated workshops for human service stakeholders
Internship
Multnomah County Circuit Court
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Reviewed court operations and identified procedural efficiencies.
- Summarized 80+ prior cases and assisted in legal document review for accuracy.
- Developed a database of Oregon juvenile appellate cases for streamlined access.
All-Star Internship
FosterClub Inc.
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Received leadership training
- Facilitated over 10 workshops for foster youth and industry professionals
- Changed public perception about foster youth and unaccompanied minors across the nation at conferences and events
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Warner Pacific University
Portland, OR05-2023
Skills
- Crisis Intervention & Problem-Solving – Expertise in stabilizing challenging situations and supporting youth in high-risk scenarios
- Community Engagement & Resource Navigation – Strong ability to build partnerships, secure resources, and connect individuals to housing, education, and employment
Leadership & Program Development – Experience in managing initiatives, mentoring peers, and leading advocacy efforts
- Public Speaking & Advocacy – History of participating in policy discussions, facilitating workshops, and representing youth perspectives on a national level
- Technical & Administrative Proficiency – Skilled in Microsoft Office, data analysis tools, and legal research, ensuring efficiency in documentation and reporting
Leadership Experience
- Student Government President, Warner Pacific University, 08/2022, 05/2023
- Student Diversity Council Representative, Warner Pacific University, 08/2020, 05/2021
- LatinX club secretary, Warner Pacific University, 09/2020, 05/2021
- Advisory Board Member, Youth Villages Oregon, 09/2019, 05/2023
- ActSix Service Project, Warner Pacific University, 05/2019, 05/2023
- MEChA Activities Coordinator, Gresham High School, 03/2016, 12/2019
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LifeSet Specialist
Youth Village
06.2023 - 12.2024
Internship
Multnomah County Circuit Court
05.2022 - 07.2022
Constituent Consultant
FosterClub Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2023
Peer Navigator
FosterClub Inc.
07.2021 - 05.2023
All-Star Internship
FosterClub Inc.
05.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Warner Pacific University
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