Yinebeb Malle
Seattle
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Youth Navigator with a proven commitment to empowering young people through mentorship, guidance, and crisis intervention. Skilled in trauma-informed care and collaborative service coordination, with a strong ability to build trust and advocate for youth needs within educational and community settings. Passionate about connecting individuals with resources to help them achieve personal, social, and educational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Mentor & Advocate
YMCA
Portland
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided one-on-one guidance to youth facing emotional, educational, and social challenges, building trusting relationships to foster personal growth and positive decision-making.
- Applied trauma-informed approaches to support youth experiencing crisis, instability, or behavioral challenges, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Assessed individual youth needs to support the development and implementation of personalized action plans focused on positive behavioral outcomes and personal growth.
- Designed and facilitated life-skills workshops and group discussions on topics including leadership, effective communication, and conflict resolution.
- Partnered with families, educators, and community organizations to connect youth with essential resources, supportive services, and educational opportunities.
- Maintained accurate and timely case documentation, tracking progress and service coordination efforts.
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
- Developed appropriate treatment plans focusing on each individual's needs.
- Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
Youth Leader
Union Gospel Mission
Seattle
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Facilitated weekly youth meetings to encourage engagement and community building.
- Coordinated educational activities that promoted personal development and life skills.
- Mentored at-risk youth through one-on-one support and guidance sessions.
- Trained volunteers on effective communication techniques for working with young people.
- Created a safe environment for youth to express themselves freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.
- Developed and implemented engaging activities for youth to build social, emotional, and physical skills.
- Led discussions and facilitated games and activities to demonstrate values and morality.
- Monitored client progress and updated case files accordingly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cleveland High School
Seattle, WashingtonAmharic & Oromo
Languages
Skills
- Youth Mentorship & Advocacy
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Case Management & Documentation
- Workshop & Group Facilitation
- Community Collaboration & Outreach
- Behavior Management Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Action Plan Development
- Homelessness Issues Understanding
- Diversity awareness
- Teamwork
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Family dynamics
- Cultural awareness
- Active listening
- Empathy-driven support
Timeline
Youth Mentor & Advocate
YMCA
01.2023 - 03.2025
Youth Leader
Union Gospel Mission
02.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Cleveland High School
Amharic & Oromo
Languages