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Miguel Perez Jr.

Oak Lawn

Summary

Empathetic and action-driven career coach and community advocate with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through reentry, vocational training, and personal growth. Proven success in guiding clients toward sustainable employment and personal transformation through nonprofit and faith-based networks. Skilled in delivering Individual Training Accounts, mentoring with compassion, and fostering violence interruption initiatives. Committed to empowering underserved communities with practical tools, spiritual guidance, and unwavering support.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Navigator

Central States SER – Little Village Reconnection Hub
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • - Guided clients through reentry, employment, and personal development
  • - Connected individuals to housing, mental health, and training resources
  • - Facilitated coaching sessions and workshops on accountability and healing
  • - Partnered with local agencies to streamline access to services
  • - Tracked client outcomes and maintained detailed case documentation

Career Coach

Central States SER
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • - Delivered personalized career coaching to justice-involved and underserved individuals
  • - Facilitated access to ITAs and vocational training programs
  • - Led workshops on job readiness and personal development
  • - Collaborated with churches and nonprofits to build holistic support systems
  • - Provided emotional and spiritual mentorship during reentry transitions

Mentor

One Summer Chicago
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • - Provided daily mentorship and life skills coaching to youth participants
  • - Facilitated workshops on leadership, conflict resolution, and civic engagement
  • - Modeled professionalism and accountability
  • - Supported positive peer relationships and goal setting

Youth Development Specialist

Central States SER
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • - Delivered career readiness workshops and mentorship to at-risk youth
  • - Facilitated vocational training and violence prevention initiatives
  • - Supported holistic development through school and community partnerships
  • - Led peer support groups and tracked participant progress

Education

GED -

Central States SER
Chicago, IL
04-2006

Skills

  • - Career Coaching & Mentorship
  • - Individual Training Accounts (ITAs)
  • - Violence Prevention & Youth Development
  • - Reentry Support & Resource Navigation
  • - Workshop Facilitation
  • - Community Engagement & Advocacy
  • - Spiritual Guidance & Faith-Based Support
  • - Resume Building & Interview Preparation

Timeline

Navigator

Central States SER – Little Village Reconnection Hub
01.2021 - 01.2022

Career Coach

Central States SER
01.2016 - 01.2021

Mentor

One Summer Chicago
01.2011 - 01.2016

Youth Development Specialist

Central States SER
01.2007 - 01.2010

GED -

Central States SER

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