Sherman Thompson
Summary
Life skills professional with comprehensive background in coordinating and delivering impactful programs. Adept at fostering collaborative team environment and achieving measurable outcomes. Known for adaptability and effective problem-solving skills, ensuring program success and participant growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Coordinator
Turning Point Academy
09.2024 - Current
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open dialogue that facilitated the identification of barriers to progress.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by implementing evidence-based life skills curricula and activities.
PARENT INSTRUCTOR VOLUNTEER
NC DIVISION OF PRISONS
01.2001 - Current
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Enhanced student critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities
- Focused on unmet needs from childhood
- Parenting without violence
- Co-Parenting
Youth Services Case Manager
Communities in Schools
04.2017 - 08.2024
- Empowered families to navigate complex systems of care, providing information and guidance on available resources.
- Collaborated with external stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination of care across multiple service providers for optimal results.
- Reduced recidivism rates by providing comprehensive support for at-risk youth during critical transitional periods.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, addressing barriers to success and promoting self-advocacy skills in youths served.
Housing Resource Specialist Renissance Inititive
Another Level Counseling
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Delivered informative presentations on available housing options, helping clients make informed decisions about their living situations.
- Developed tailored housing plans that successfully met the unique needs of each client.
- Coordinated with external agencies to secure additional funding sources for clients facing financial hardships related to their living arrangements.
- Collaborated with property managers and landlords to promote affordable, safe, and stable living conditions for residents.
- Negotiated successful rent payment plans between tenants and landlords, preventing evictions while ensuring continued income streams for property owners.
- Met with housing residents and landlords to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures.
Qualifed Mental Health Professiona
Another Level Counseling
02.2012 - 02.2015
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Linked and coordinated Mental Health Services
- Prepared Individual Treatment Plans
- One on One Counseling
- Monitored monthly progress
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Belmont Abbey College
Belmont, NC05-2001
Skills
- Empathy training
- Effective listening skills
- Strategic career development
- Facilitating service connections
- Skill development
- Supportive team participant
- Skilled in resolving conflicts
- Community engagement
- Strong verbal communication
- Computer proficiency
- Effective leadership
Timeline
Life Skills Coordinator
Turning Point Academy
09.2024 - Current
Youth Services Case Manager
Communities in Schools
04.2017 - 08.2024
Housing Resource Specialist Renissance Inititive
Another Level Counseling
02.2015 - 02.2017
Qualifed Mental Health Professiona
Another Level Counseling
02.2012 - 02.2015
PARENT INSTRUCTOR VOLUNTEER
NC DIVISION OF PRISONS
01.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - History
Belmont Abbey College