Tyrell Forrest
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Dedicated Social Work Professional with years of expertise in the fields of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault; specifically effecting First Nations people, the LGBTQ2S Community, and other marginalized groups. Comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate who builds strategic partnerships, advocates for clients and advances change for those communities in need.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Case Manager- SA/ DV
DCFS, Utah
Salt Lake County, UT
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Coordinated case management services to support families in crisis and promote child welfare.
- Developed individualized service plans to address unique needs of clients and ensure compliance with regulations and best practices for child safety.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Facilitated communication between clients, service providers, and stakeholders to enhance resource access and coordination.
Sexual Assault Response Team Tribal Coordinator
Restoring Ancestral Winds
Sandy, UT
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked closely with tribal leaders, elders, and community organizations to ensure that the SART team’s approach is aligned with community norms and traditions.
- Coordinated efforts between tribal law enforcement, tribal courts, local police, healthcare providers, and social service agencies to create a seamless response system.
- Developed and implemented prevention and education programs that are tailored to Native American populations, focusing on healthy relationships, consent, and community responsibility.
- Organized outreach activities in schools, community centers, and other venues to educate about sexual violence and resources available. Worked with local youth programs to prevent sexual violence and promote respectful behaviors within the community.
- Developed and conducted training for all state SART teams and other stakeholders (e.g., law enforcement, healthcare providers, legal professionals) on best practices for responding to sexual assault cases, particularly those involving Native American survivors and provided education on relevant laws, including the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and tribal jurisdiction.
- Worked on state legislation surrounding MMIR and IPV in native communities.
Director of Operations
Pathways Tooele DV Shelter
Tooele, UT
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
- Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Certified in all state required DV/SA trainings including on-scene sexual assault response, and suicide prevention training.
- State Certified by UCASA as a Sexual Assault Councilor
- CATS certified by the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition
Assistant Director of Operations
Switchpoint Winter Shelter
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Assistant Director at winter overflow homeless shelter with 50+/- clients at any given time
- Managed all staffing needs including interviews, hiring, onboarding, and any necessary discipline in accordance with company policy and procedures
- Facilitated daily client meals, clothing and bedding/ donations, and facilities management and cleaning
- Assisted clients in transitioning out of homelessness with: Safety Planning, housing searches, legal entanglements, employment searches, medical needs, etc.
- Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
Case Manager
The Road Home
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Worked with a diverse team in a Housing First based pilot program
- Managed 60+ client caseload for a Utah Non-Profit, assisting clients experiencing homelessness
- Advanced Training in Trauma Informed Care and SUD treatment
- Received multiple awards for service and care of clients
- Assisted clients in transitioning out of homelessness with: Housing searches, legal entanglements, employment, mental and SUD therapy assistance, etc.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
Sales Director
Spotlight Home Tours
03.2014 - 01.2017
- Directed sales and marketing for national real estate marketing company
- Helped develop and implement new product and growth program
- Grew sales over 150%
- Managed customer service and client relations
- Interviewed and hired personnel for company expansion.
Sales/ Management
Clearlink
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Inbound sales for home services including security, T.V
- And internet
- Customer account management
- Adapted and succeeded with constantly changing sales goals and metrics.
Machine Operator
BD Medical
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Build and maintain robotic machinery to produce medical products
- Advanced training in design and production
- Performed with a team at the highest level of the company
- Consistently exceeded company goals and expectations.
Training Specialist
ACS
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Managing the training and development of up to fifty new hires for six-eight week classes
- Advanced training in all aspects of client requests, specifications, and programs
- Consistently performed in the top tier of the center, garnering several awards for performance and quality
- Promoted after only two months of employment.
Education
B.S.-Organic Chemistry/ Pre-med - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT01-2015
B.S.-General Biology/ Pre-med - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT01-2014
Phlebotomy - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
Stevens Henager College
Salt Lake City, UT01-2012
Emergency Medicine - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
SLTATC
Salt Lake City, UT01-2004
Skills
- Staff Management and Development
- 10 Years of Training Experience
- Trauma Informed Care Specialist
- Programming Education Development
- Process Implementation and Improvements
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Operations Management
- Finance and Grant Management/ Reporting
References
- Kayla Duncan, LCSW/ Previous Shelter Director, Kduncan98@gmail.com, 801-907-5977
- Hillary Hase, Workplace Supports Coordinator, Utah State University, hillary.hase@usu.edu, 801-671-8198
- Patrick Adams, LCSW and Forensic Social Worker, padams1972@yahoo.com, 801-979-6411
- Sam Perez, Social Worker/ Previous Shelter Director, samperez0079@gmail.com, 435-862-8324
- Nicoletta Brown, Training and Education Specialist, nicolettalbrown@gmail.com, 307-840-4173
Timeline
Special Case Manager- SA/ DV
DCFS, Utah
03.2025 - 12.2025
Sexual Assault Response Team Tribal Coordinator
Restoring Ancestral Winds
01.2024 - 12.2024
Director of Operations
Pathways Tooele DV Shelter
05.2020 - 02.2022
Assistant Director of Operations
Switchpoint Winter Shelter
11.2019 - 03.2020
Case Manager
The Road Home
03.2017 - 11.2019
Sales Director
Spotlight Home Tours
03.2014 - 01.2017
Sales/ Management
Clearlink
08.2013 - 03.2014
Machine Operator
BD Medical
06.2012 - 06.2013
Training Specialist
ACS
06.2011 - 12.2011
B.S.-Organic Chemistry/ Pre-med - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
University of Utah
B.S.-General Biology/ Pre-med - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
University of Utah
Phlebotomy - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
Stevens Henager College
Emergency Medicine - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
SLTATC