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Kristina Morris

Gold Bar,WA

Summary

Dedicated advocate with lived experience of homelessness, leveraging personal insights to promote social justice and humanitarian initiatives. Actively communicates the importance of the housing first model to educate those unfamiliar with the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness. Aims to influence public perception and policy through informed advocacy.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Manager

Coast Property Management
03.2025 - Current

Community Manager

Williams Investments
05.2013 - 12.2023

Strengthened resident relationships by ensuring strict compliance with lease agreements.

Collaborated with Snohomish County social services to secure housing solutions for clients.

Optimized rent collection processes and managed financial transactions efficiently.

Oversaw construction projects and community initiatives to enhance living standards.

Scheduled maintenance vendors for timely responses to work orders.

Identified resident needs and linked them to appropriate support resources.

Developed operational procedures that streamlined company functions effectively.

Organized a fundraising event addressing homelessness, engaging multiple community partners and local musicians.

Landlord Engagement

YWCA-Snohomish County
05.2024 - 05.2025

Identified housing options for clients experiencing instability, ensuring tailored support.

Cultivated strong relationships with landlords to assist clients in overcoming barriers to stability.

Coordinated with case managers and social service programs to meet individual client needs.

Advocated for housing stability by collaborating with elected officials and community stakeholders.

Participated in East County Point in Time Count alongside county and VOA representatives.

Engaged community members and business leaders in discussions about homelessness reduction strategies.

Community Service Coordinator

Gold Bar Nature Trails
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Executed informative workshops and presentations to improve community outreach efforts.
  • Strengthened relationships with members, enhancing overall influence in the community.
  • Designed marketing materials that promoted events and raised awareness of available resources and activities
  • Administered budgets and resources, ensuring projects met financial targets.
  • Worked with board members to address member requirements for community events.
  • Directed planning and execution of activities for all age groups in the community.
  • Arranged meal plans for special occasions and community festivities.
  • Conducted open meetings to foster active membership involvement.

Education

Arlington Highschool
Arlington
06.1998

CDA - Early Childhood Education

Everett Community College
Everett, WA
07.1994

Skills

  • Community engagement strategies
  • Knowledge of landlord-tenant regulations
  • Operational management skills
  • Conducting property inspections
  • Training and mentoring assistance
  • Vendor coordination
  • Effective time management
  • Policy development expertise
  • Budgeting proficiency
  • Familiarity with fair housing laws

Timeline

Community Manager

Coast Property Management
03.2025 - Current

Landlord Engagement

YWCA-Snohomish County
05.2024 - 05.2025

Community Service Coordinator

Gold Bar Nature Trails
07.2023 - 05.2024

Community Manager

Williams Investments
05.2013 - 12.2023

Arlington Highschool

CDA - Early Childhood Education

Everett Community College