Nancheska Marrero-Sanchez
Springfield,MA
Summary
To obtain an entry position in my field of study that is built upon using my skills from my experience and collegiate study.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
DDAP Youth Advocate
RFK Community Alliance DDAP
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Worked with juveniles ages 13-21 that were referred by their attorney, probation, school resource officer/counselor as a DDAP Youth Advocate.
- Accompany youth to scheduled court dates, participate in school visits, provide employment assistance, and facilitate enrichment and recreational activities.
- Closely monitor, engage, and support youth (and their families) to ensure that the court-ordered conditions of release are adhered to.
- Reduce the likelihood of subsequent delinquent behavior resulting in deeper juvenile justice system involvement.
Technical Training Support Specialist
Sunrise Behavioral Health Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked with clinician.
- Supported the clinician during therapy session; help set goals with the child and parents.
- Worked with the parents teaching a variety of skills including referring them to GED programs, English for Spanish learners etc.
- Would visit clients at their school and would also update school on their progress and skills being taught to help with consistency.
Residential Counselor
Robert F. Kennedy Girls Program
South Hadley, Massachusetts
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Worked in a residential facility with girls ages 11-21 who were adjudicated and had to spend time in a residential facility before going home.
- Taught adjudicated girls about resume writing, filling out applications.
- Provided emotional support to residents during daily activities and challenges.
- Facilitated group discussions to promote communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Monitored resident behavior and documented observations for team review.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, ensuring safety for all residents involved.
- Coordinated recreational activities to enhance social skills and community engagement.
Education
Master of Educational Psychology - Adjustment Counseling
American International College
Springfield, MA05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
American International College
Springfield, MA05.2013
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Client interaction
- Question handling
- Referral management
- Case management
- Court compliance
- Youth outreach
- Community engagement
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Resource coordination
Timeline
DDAP Youth Advocate
RFK Community Alliance DDAP
04.2022 - 08.2025
Technical Training Support Specialist
Sunrise Behavioral Health Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2017
Residential Counselor
Robert F. Kennedy Girls Program
10.2014 - 12.2015
Master of Educational Psychology - Adjustment Counseling
American International College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
American International College