Tarniesha Lindsey
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated human services and workforce development professional with 20+ years of experience in case management, supportive services, stakeholder engagement, client advocacy, and program coordination. Experienced in supporting justice-impacted individuals, facilitating re-entry stabilization, and coordinating partnerships related to housing, childcare, employment, and career development. Skilled in vocational coaching, crisis intervention, trauma informed, compliance documentation, Salesforce data management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Pathway Coach
Cara Collective
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive participant assessments reviewing educational history, employment background, and barriers to self-sufficiency.
- Coordinate stakeholder relationships and partnerships related to housing, childcare, workforce development, and entrepreneurship programming.
- Provide vocational coaching, career pathway planning, crisis intervention support, and referrals for justice-impacted women re-entering the community.
- Maintain consistent communication with participants and accurately document services, employment verification, and outcomes.
- Assist with program development, strategic planning, community engagement, and participant support initiatives.
Supportive Services Specialist
Cara Collective
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Coordinated housing, food, clothing, dental, transportation, and public benefit resources for participants facing employment barriers.
- Maintained accurate participant records and case documentation within Salesforce systems.
- Collaborated with coaches and support teams to improve participant retention, stability, and long-term success.
Occupancy Specialist
Catholic Charities
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed caseloads exceeding 600 clients while serving as liaison between IDHS, landlords, care agencies, and participants.
- Processed HUD documentation, HAP contracts, lease renewals, rent increases, subsidy approvals, and inspection coordination.
- Collaborated with retention teams to prevent eviction and support housing stabilization for vulnerable populations.
- Ensured compliance with HUD policies and agency regulations while resolving landlord and tenant concerns.
PA Assistant
Illinois Department of Human Services
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Supported clients with activities of daily living including transportation to medical appointments and wellness monitoring.
- Communicated participant updates to case management teams to support continuity of care and service planning.
Retail Makeup Artist
MAC Cosmetics
03.2013 - 01.2021
- Conducted consultations and makeup applications tailored to client needs and preferences.
- Facilitated makeup classes and consistently achieved daily and monthly sales goals.
- Maintained customer records to support retention and repeat business.
Project Coordinator
Insight Global
11.2012 - 03.2015
- Coordinated multiple projects, delegated assignments, and maintained project timelines.
- Facilitated communication between departments and stakeholders to support project completion.
Loan Processor Supervisor
Americas Financial Choice
08.2007 - 10.2012
- Reviewed financial documentation, processed loan files, and communicated application requirements to clients.
- Resolved customer concerns while ensuring accurate and timely loan processing.
Education
Associate Degree - Social Work
Malcolm X College
Chicago, ILAssociate Degree - Business Management
Triton College
River Grove, ILSkills
- Effective communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building relationships
Timeline
Supportive Services Specialist
Cara Collective
11.2024 - 03.2025
Employment Pathway Coach
Cara Collective
03.2024 - Current
Occupancy Specialist
Catholic Charities
05.2022 - 07.2024
PA Assistant
Illinois Department of Human Services
04.2020 - 11.2021
Retail Makeup Artist
MAC Cosmetics
03.2013 - 01.2021
Project Coordinator
Insight Global
11.2012 - 03.2015
Loan Processor Supervisor
Americas Financial Choice
08.2007 - 10.2012
Associate Degree - Business Management
Triton College
Associate Degree - Social Work
Malcolm X College