Terrell Berry, MSW

Experience

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  Compton Unified School District

  Jun 2008 - Sept 2008

  Office Clerk

  Communicated with employees and Individuals to answer questions. Compiled, copied, sorted, and file records of the district.Operated office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners.Maintain and updated filling, inventory, mailing confidential data.

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  Ana M. Glazier Elementary School

  Aug 2008 - Jun 2010

  Instructional Aide

  Maintain student records for all 5th graders. Provided a positive role model for over 90 students. Mediated conflict using communication and reasoning skills.Tutor and assisted students individually or in small groupsReinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.

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  CSU CHICO, Wildcat Recreation Center

  Feb 2011 - Jan 2013

  Student Staff

  Consistently met absolute deadlines and exceeded expectations.Performed indepenent as well as group projects in a timley manner.Mastered time management and produced quality work where detail was essential. Certified in CPR and basic first-aid.

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  NUFP

  Sept 2011 - Jun 2014

  NASPA Undergraduate Fellow

  Participant of a nationwide program to provide underrepresented students who are interested in the field of student affairs with mentoring, conference and scholarship opportunities, and connections with professionals.

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  California State University, Chico

  May 2012 - Jun 2013

  Career Planning Intern

  Developed and deliver outreach presentation to first-year students.Aided students with college and career exploration.Educated students on JobCat database.Inspired students to utilize every aspect of the Career Center.Advised a diverse student population.Met one-on-one with students to uncover career developmentneeds and provide resources.

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  CSU Chico, Cross-Cultural Leadership Center

  Dec 2012 - Jun 2013

  Event Planning Coordinator

  Implemented programs that foster diversity and inclusion to traditionally marginalized groups.Supported students from diverse backgrounds by presenting and enhancing campus services. Managed all forms of marketing for a bi-monthly movie series.

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  Lifeline Education Charter School

  Aug 2013 - Feb 2014

  ASES Program Site Coordinator

  Supervised daily organization and implementation of ASES activities at the site and assure safety of 135 students.Managed supplies requests to appropriate ASES staff for replenishment or replacement as needed.Promoted a positive and respectful atmosphere for students, staff, parents and visitors that encourage learning, participation and cooperative behavior.Provided Instructional support for students grades 6-12.

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  Janus Youth Programs

  Jun 2014 - Mar 2022

  • Assist in reports to grant funders, informing them of the benefits their funding • Provide individualized services to young adults and families experiencing chronic homelessness• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to identify strengths, needs, and barriers to obtaining housing • Facilitate stabilization support and skill development through implementation of client-centered goals • Proactively engaged and assisted homeless youth with addressing barriers to services.• Co-facilitated monthly LGBTQ+ identified youth support groups • Connected clients to community resources and systems of care • Evaluated incidents of potential or actual conflict; determined and initiated appropriate course of action• Supervised and maintained a safe environment for street entrenched youth in crisis shelter• Problem solved and provided trauma informed crisis intervention

  • Housing Case Manager

    May 2017 - Mar 2022

  • Outreach Specialist

    May 2016 - May 2017

  • Residential Advocate

    Jun 2014 - Jun 2016
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  Council for the Homeless

  Jun 2019 - Jun 2021

  Practicum Student

  • Researched and developed grant proposals for foundations, government agencies, and other funding sources • Established cooperative relationships with system-based partners and marginalized populations• Providing trainings focused on utilizing an equitable, trauma informed, and strength-based lens• Developed surveys to solicit feedback from people experiencing homelessness

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  Red Sea Road Consulting LLC

  Mar 2022 - Sept 2022

  Fellow: Adaptive Equity Leadership

  Selected into an Adaptive Equity Leadership Fellowship for emerging BIPOC Leaders. From a racial equity lens, cohort members will learn to tackle tough challenges and change that enables the capacity to thrive.

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  A Way Home WA

  Mar 2022 - now

  Anchor Community Initiative Coordinator, Clark County

  Participate in strategic planning and implementation for the ACI, with a commitment to iteration and improvement;Work with the ACI Coaching and Improvement Managers to refine the coaching model and implementation plans, as needed;Provide thought partnership on initiative strategy to the ACI Team;Help the Anchor Community achieve its goals and objectives.

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  Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

  Aug 2022 - now

  Member Board of Directors

  The mission of Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program is to provide and facilitate access to justice in Clark County for low income individuals and marginalized communities through advocacy and civil legal services.

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  Puget Sound Sage-Community Leadership Institute (CLI)

  Sept 2022 - Apr 2023

  Vancouver Community Leadership Institute (VCLI) Fellow

  A Six-month fellowship that trains emerging leaders in issues such as housing, land use, transit, climate, and economic development. Graduates learn the nuts and bolts of local government processes, such as municipal budgeting, parliamentary procedures, and lawmaking, as well as advocacy, storytelling, and communication skills.