Rocky Caballero
Chicago
Summary
MSW candidate at the University of Illinois Chicago with expertise in trauma-informed clinical practice, housing coordination, and youth advocacy. As a trained clinical therapist, I provide evidence-based, trauma-informed support to youth and families, focusing on resilience and restorative relationships. Committed to client rights and equitable access to care, I prioritize anti-oppressive and LGBTQ+-affirming practices while collaborating across systems for holistic support. Seeking a full-time role that enhances my interpersonal communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator, Coordinated Entry Team
All Chicago: Making Homelessness History
Chicago, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinate and support housing system navigators serving youth and adults experiencing homelessness, including individuals with complex behavioral health needs and disabilities
- Facilitate trainings for supervisors, navigators, and providers on trauma-informed care, client engagement, and equitable service delivery
- Collaborate across agencies to improve workflows, strengthen care coordination, and increase housing stability outcomes
- Advocate for equitable access to housing resources while contributing to program evaluation and system-level improvements
Clinical Counseling Intern
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago – Sexual Violence Support Services (SVSS), Clinical Program
Chicago, IL
06.2026 - 05.2027
- Provided trauma-informed counseling services to survivors of sexual violence and non-offending family members under licensed clinical supervision.
- Managed a caseload of 6–10 clients, conducting assessments, treatment planning, documentation, and ongoing therapeutic interventions.
- Co-facilitated therapy groups and workshops while providing crisis intervention, safety planning, referrals, and case management support.
- Assisted with client intakes, waitlist management, and maintenance of confidential clinical records and program databases.
- Participated in case consultations, supervision, and team meetings, applying trauma-informed, victim-centered, relational, and psychodynamic approaches to client care.
Intern Therapist
Chicago Professional Therapy Group (CPTG)
Chicago, IL
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Provide trauma-informed individual and play therapy to adults and children involved in child welfare, supporting goals including safety, stability, and family reunification
- Conduct intake assessments, risk evaluations, and ongoing reassessments, adapting individualized treatment plans using evidence-informed and culturally responsive interventions
- Collaborate with case managers and multidisciplinary teams in treatment planning, CFTMs, and staffings to ensure coordinated, ethical, and client-centered care
- Advocate for client rights and access to services while maintaining professional boundaries, HIPAA-compliant documentation, and strong therapeutic engagement across diverse populations
Resource Advocate Coordinator
Howard Brown Health Center
Chicago, IL
12.2021 - 07.2025
- Supported LGBTQ+ youth (14–24) experiencing homelessness through case management, advocacy, and care coordination
- Facilitated workshops and staff trainings on trauma-informed and harm-reduction practices
- Collaborated with medical, mental health, and housing teams to improve access to affirming care and essential resources
Support Staff
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls
Chicago, IL
12.2021 - 07.2024
- Supported therapeutic milieu programming for youth ages 11–16 using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches in a residential care setting.
- Provided daily supervision, mentorship, and behavioral support while fostering a safe, structured, and supportive environment for youth.
- Assisted with crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies to promote emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and safety.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated with staff, families, and supervisors regarding youth behavior, progress, and program needs.
Youth Care Worker
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls
Chicago, IL
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Actively supported implementation of individualized treatment plans by participating in clinical team meetings, therapeutic reviews, and goal-setting discussions for youth ages 11–16.
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships with youth and their families through consistent engagement, psychoeducational support, and communication around treatment progress.
- Provided direct behavioral support, crisis intervention, and CPI de-escalation in residential settings to maintain safety and reinforce therapeutic goals.
- Completed documentation, communicated clinical observations, and supported administrative functions related to treatment planning and multidisciplinary coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Queer Studies Concentration
Denison University
Granville12-2017
Master of Social Work - Mental Health
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago05-2027
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Client-Centered Approach
- Cultural Humility & LGBTQ Affirming Care
- Harm Reduction Approach
- Restorative Practices
- Systems Theory (Family Systems Perspective)
- Training & Facilitation (Group & Psychoeducation)
- Bilingual: Spanish
- Collaboration & Interdisciplinary Teamwork
Certification
- 40-Hour Sexual Violence Training, 2026
- 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training, 2023
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), 2024
- Mental Health First Aid & De-Escalation, 2022
- Adult First Aid/CPR/AED, 2024
Timeline
Clinical Counseling Intern
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago – Sexual Violence Support Services (SVSS), Clinical Program
06.2026 - 05.2027
Intern Therapist
Chicago Professional Therapy Group (CPTG)
08.2025 - 05.2026
Program Coordinator, Coordinated Entry Team
All Chicago: Making Homelessness History
07.2025 - Current
Support Staff
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls
12.2021 - 07.2024
Resource Advocate Coordinator
Howard Brown Health Center
12.2021 - 07.2025
Youth Care Worker
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls
10.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Queer Studies Concentration
Denison University
Master of Social Work - Mental Health
University of Illinois At Chicago