Nikole Taber
Seattle
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented human services professional with extensive experience supporting justice-involved youth through transition planning, education, and workforce development. Skilled in case coordination, reentry planning, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful community reintegration. Experienced in trauma-informed care, crisis response, and building partnerships to support long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Education & Career Specialist
Echo Glen Children’s Center
Snoqualmie, WA
04.2025 - Current
- - Coordinate transition and reentry planning for justice-involved youth, focusing on education, employment, and community readiness
- - Assess individual needs and develop personalized plans aligned with treatment and discharge goals
- - Collaborate with case managers, educators, and external partners to ensure continuity of care and services
- - Provide trauma-informed coaching, behavior support, and crisis response in a secure residential setting
- - Oversee workforce programming such as FareStart, and Barber Pre-Apprenticeship and transitional employment opportunities such as Cafe Success, supporting successful reintegration outcomes
Youth Barista Trainer
FareStart
Seattle, WA
01.2020 - 03.2025
- - Deliver job readiness and life skills training to youth facing barriers including homelessness and system involvement
- - Partner with case managers and community organizations to support participant success and stability
- - Track participant progress and contribute to program evaluation and outcome reporting
- - Support employment readiness and placement through coaching and skill development
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
Seattle, WA
09.2017 - 03.2022
- - Supervised team operations and ensured a safe, inclusive environment
- - Trained and coached staff, providing performance feedback and support
- - Managed daily operations, safety protocols, and customer service standards
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Shoreline Community College
06.2026
Certificate of Proficiency - Child Advocacy Studies
01.2024
Phlebotomy Technician Certification - undefined
01.2022
Skills
- Case Management & Transition Planning
- Trauma-Informed Care & Crisis Response
- Reentry & Discharge Coordination
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Program Development & Workforce Training
- Documentation & Data Tracking
- Communication & Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Education & Career Specialist
Echo Glen Children’s Center
04.2025 - Current
Youth Barista Trainer
FareStart
01.2020 - 03.2025
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
09.2017 - 03.2022
Certificate of Proficiency - Child Advocacy Studies
Phlebotomy Technician Certification - undefined
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Shoreline Community College