Sharonda Beasley
Chicago,IL
Summary
Residential Program Specialist with over 15 years of experience supporting transition-age youth (ages 18–21) in residential and transitional living programs. Strong background in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and facilitating individual and group skill-building activities focused on life skills, coping, and problem-solving. Highly reliable team member experienced in documentation, scheduling support, and maintaining safe, structured environments that promote stability, independence, and positive community integration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Program Specialist
Childlink LLC
Chicago, IL
07.2016 - Current
- Provided direct care, supervision, and mentorship to transition-age youth (18–21), including wards of the state, in a residential and transitional living program
- Facilitated individual and group activities focused on life skills, coping strategies, and problem-solving
- Delivered trauma-informed crisis intervention and de-escalation while maintaining a safe, structured environment
- Completed case notes, incident reports, and service documentation; assisted with scheduling and daily operations
Residential Program Specialist
Prologue
Chicago, IL
06.2011 - 07.2016
- Provided supervision, mentorship, and structured support to young adults in a residential program setting
- Facilitated floor and building meetings to promote accountability, communication, and community living
- Assisted with life-skills activities, daily routines, and staff/resident scheduling support
Service Coordinator
Community Links
Chicago, IL
05.2001 - 08.2011
- Coordinated services and community resources to support client stability and engagement
- Developed and monitored individualized service plans based on client needs
- Maintained accurate and confidential documentation in compliance with organizational standards
Education
High School Diploma -
George Henry Corliss High School
Chicago, ILNo Degree - Substance Abuse Study
Harold Washington College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Transition-Age Youth (Ages 18–21)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Individual & Group Skill-Building
- Life-Skills Coaching
- Documentation & Compliance
- Scheduling & Shift Coordination
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
- Financial Literacy Training
- Narcan (Naloxone) Administration Training
Timeline
Residential Program Specialist
Childlink LLC
07.2016 - Current
Residential Program Specialist
Prologue
06.2011 - 07.2016
Service Coordinator
Community Links
05.2001 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
George Henry Corliss High School
No Degree - Substance Abuse Study
Harold Washington College