LaToya Patillo
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Youth Outreach Coordinator with over 25 years of experience designing and implementing youth development programs. Proven ability to engage at-risk youth, build trust within underserved communities, and deliver targeted intervention services. Adept at collaborating with schools, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies to connect young people with educational, employment, and mental health resources.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commissioner
Citizens Police Oversight Commission
2025 - Current
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and policy development.
- Oversaw implementation of regulatory compliance measures across multiple departments.
- Coordinated interagency collaborations to address public service challenges effectively.
- Analyzed community needs assessments to inform programmatic improvements and resource allocation.
- Developed and executed long-term strategic plans aligning with organizational goals.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
Founder and Director
Divine Diamondettes Drill Team & Drum Squad
01.2003 - Current
- I founded a community-based mentorship and outreach initiative serving high-risk youth and families.
- Recruit and train mentors, volunteers, and community leaders to support the Dream Team mission.
- Design and implement youth programming focused on leadership, anti-violence, and academic achievement.
- Coordinate events including youth drill competitions, marches, cultural celebrations, and parent engagement activities.
- Provide direct mentorship and referrals to services such as mental health counseling, job readiness, and tutoring.
- Secure funding through city grants, private donors, and community sponsorships.
- Partner with schools, churches, and local agencies to expand reach and impact.
Sub-Contractor
Youth Outreach Worker
01.2024 - 2025
- Develop and lead outreach strategies to connect with at-risk and gang-involved youth.
- Worke with GOVIS team to build positive relationships with gang involved individuals in target neighborhoods.
- Provide one-on-one mentoring and conduct needs assessments to create individualized support plans.
- Coordinate community events and youth workshops focused on leadership, wellness, and violence prevention.
- Maintain accurate documentation and generate progress reports.
- Respond to community crises and support conflict de-escalation efforts in real time
- Supporting youth in accessing employment, GED prep, and mental health services
- Collaborate with schools, probation officers, and service providers to ensure wraparound care.
- Provide 24-hour crisis response to incidents of community and gang violence.
- During incidents of gang violence, facilitate rumor control that could spark retaliation.
Outreach Worker
Community Service Liason
2023 - 2024
- Conduct targeted outreach to high-risk populations including gang-involved youth, unhoused individuals, and justice-involved clients. +
- Serve as a trusted connector between community members, health services, and social support programs. Respond to crises including shootings or public safety incidents, providing on-the-ground support and follow-up care. Mediate disputes and de-escalate community tensions alongside violence interruption teams. +
- Coordinate neighborhood meetings and attend community events to share resources and foster partnerships. Maintain detailed client notes and submit reports to city agencies and funders
Education
Pasadena High School
Pasadena, CA01-1993
Skills
- Event planning and Coordination
- Conflict Management
- Cultural Awareness Sensitivity
- Communication Skills
- Social Media Management
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Case Management Software
- Data Entry & Client Tracking
- Google Workspace
- Zoom / Virtual Platforms
- Organizational leadership
Certification
- Gang Outreach and Intervention Training Certificate
- Community Violence Intervention & Prevention Training
- Conflict Mediation & Restorative Practices
- Peer Specialist Certification
Timeline
Sub-Contractor
Youth Outreach Worker
01.2024 - 2025
Founder and Director
Divine Diamondettes Drill Team & Drum Squad
01.2003 - Current
Commissioner
Citizens Police Oversight Commission
2025 - Current
Outreach Worker
Community Service Liason
2023 - 2024
Pasadena High School