WOODROW SHEFFIELD
Washington,DC
Summary
Committed to fostering professional growth and increased responsibility by utilizing leadership strengths and crisis intervention techniques to assist at-risk communities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisory Youth Development Representative (SYDR)
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS)
09.2023 - 10.2025
- - Supervised Youth Development Representatives and maintained a safe, trauma-informed, structured environment.
- - Oversaw daily facility operations, youth movement, and safety procedures.
- - Reviewed incident reports, trained staff, and ensured compliance with DYRS standards.
- - Responded to emergencies and made critical decisions during crises.
Outreach Specialist
Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement (ONSE)
05.2022 - 09.2023
- - Provided intensive outreach to high-risk individuals and connected them to stabilizing services.
- - Developed action plans and documented cases.
- - Led emergency response efforts after homicides and shootings.
- - Facilitated community engagement activities.
Youth Development Representative
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS)
07.2006 - 05.2021
- - Supervised youth, ensured safety, and supported structured programming.
- - Utilized trauma-informed practices and de-escalation strategies.
- - Completed incident reports and logs.
Case Manager
United Planning Organization (UPO)
03.2004 - 07.2006
- - Provided case management services for youth and families.
- - Conducted assessments, developed service plans, and monitored progress.
- - Maintained documentation and coordinated services.
Education
Social Justice Certification Program - undefined
Howard University
12.2025
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) - undefined
01.2006
GED - undefined
Washington, DC01.1994
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff & Crisis management
- Customer service
Certification
- - CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Interventions
- - PREA (2014, 2018)
- - Mediation Training
- - Thinking for a Change
- - MA’AT Circle Facilitation
- - ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
- - Youth Leadership Institute Trainer
- - Clemente Course – Bard College
AWARDS
- Youth Development Representative of the Year, - Employee of the Month (DYRS — 2019, 2022)
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- - 20+ years of experience working with at-risk youth and vulnerable populations.
- - Skilled in crisis intervention, conflict de-escalation, restorative justice, and trauma-informed practices.
- - Strong ability to supervise, train, develop, and motivate staff teams.
- - Experienced in outreach, case management, and linking individuals to stabilizing services.
- - Knowledgeable in juvenile justice systems and evidence-based interventions.
- - Excellent communicator with strong documentation and organizational skills.
Timeline
Supervisory Youth Development Representative (SYDR)
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS)
09.2023 - 10.2025
Outreach Specialist
Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement (ONSE)
05.2022 - 09.2023
Youth Development Representative
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS)
07.2006 - 05.2021
Case Manager
United Planning Organization (UPO)
03.2004 - 07.2006
Social Justice Certification Program - undefined
Howard University