Natalia Restrepo
Chelsea
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong expertise in housing services and a proven ability to drive impactful outcomes. Highly adaptable to evolving challenges and recognized for effective collaboration within cross-functional teams. Skilled in client assessment, housing program administration, and resource coordination. Known for reliability, clear communication, and a results-oriented approach to supporting diverse client needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Housing First Coordinator Supervisor
Eliot Community Human Services
08.2023 - Current
- Managed project timelines to ensure successful completion, meeting key milestones and adhering to all deadlines.
- Efficiently managed caseloads, ensuring timely completion of documentation and compliance with all program requirements.
- Assisted clients in building budgeting skills and financial planning strategies to support long-term housing stability.
- Oversaw housing plans for over 100 families to promote timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies.
- Negotiated with landlords and real estate agents to secure housing for clients with histories of homelessness, mental illness, and substance use, providing direct, hands-on support throughout the process.
Community Organizer
La Colaborativa
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with community organizations to build strong partnerships supporting statewide and national outreach initiatives on critical social topics.
- Led the planning and execution of educational workshops, forums, and community events, successfully reaching and engaging over 200 community members.
- Mobilized support for policy change through grassroots lobbying efforts targeting key decision-makers at the local level.
- Empowered residents to address neighborhood issues by providing resources and guidance on advocacy strategies.
- Served as a public speaker and engaged community voices to champion organizational goals through impactful storytelling and testimony.
Civic Engagement Coordinator
La Colaborativa
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Actively contributed to organizational strategic planning by offering civic engagement insights to support mission alignment and long-term goals.
- Developed and implemented educational programs to enhance public awareness of key civic issues.
- Led canvassing and voter registration drives targeting underrepresented communities, contributing to increased participation and representation in local, state, and congressional elections.
- Organized workshops and seminars to educate community members on their rights and civic responsibilities.
- Managed data collection and reporting for all civic engagement programs, ensuring accurate outcome tracking and compliance with funding requirements.
- Mentored and supported youth in developing skills and knowledge related to civic engagement and community leadership.
Education
GED -
LARE Training
Chelsea, MASkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Public speaking
- Issue awareness
- Workshop organization
- Grassroots organizing
- Team leadership
- First aid certification
- Case management
- Mental Health Training
- Microsoft proficiency
Certification
- Certified CPR
- Certified Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Certified Adult Mental Health First Aid
Timeline
Housing First Coordinator Supervisor
Eliot Community Human Services
08.2023 - Current
Community Organizer
La Colaborativa
04.2022 - 08.2023
Civic Engagement Coordinator
La Colaborativa
05.2020 - 04.2022
GED -
LARE Training
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