Tashon Childs
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in social work and mental health. Expertise in conflict resolution and developing restorative justice programs that enhance community well-being and drive systemic change. Committed to empowering individuals and fostering equitable outcomes through strategic collaboration and comprehensive support initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culture Specialist
Noble Schools
Chicago
12.2025 - Current
- Generate, plan, and facilitate successful interventions that lead to conflict resolution, restore relationships, and effectively change students’ trajectories
- De-escalate and mediate conflict successfully while maintaining high expectations and accountability
- Create and maintain school-wide systems that directly impact culture (entry, hallway/lunch, exit, & extra-curricular events procedures
- Monitor data entry systems for behavioral logs and provide professional development for teachers and staff as it relates to Discipline and Culture
- Own and execute investigations and communication regarding complex cases
- Assisted in implementing school-wide initiatives to enhance student learning experiences.
WOW Counselor
Youth Guidance
Chicago
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning in collaboration with school-based teams (teaching staff, school administration, etc.).
- Facilitated youth development workshops to enhance social skills, self-esteem, and emotional resilience for at-risk youth, fostering personal growth and community engagement.
- Mentored participants through personal challenges, enabling them to achieve positive growth and resilience.
- Collaborated with external organizations to develop programs addressing community needs, increasing participation and support for at-risk youth.
Qualified Mental Health Professional, Dean of Restorative Justice
Touch of Wholeness LLC
Chicago
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Provided individual and group counseling with a focus on anger management and social skills, directly improving student well-being and school climate.
- Consulted with school leadership to design and strengthen behavioral health systems, enhancing student support and wellness across multiple schools.
- Developed and led trainings for school staff, parents, and students on critical mental health topics, fostering a more informed and supportive community.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive student support plans.
- Established strategic partnerships with community organizations, building a network for external referrals and resource access.
Community Support Specialist
Thresholds
Chicago
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Implemented and monitored evidence-based treatment plans, improving client functionality and health outcomes.
- Provided direct service through individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and psychosocial rehabilitation.
- Advocated for clients with external stakeholders, including medical providers and government agencies (SSA, DHS, CHA), to ensure comprehensive care coordination.
- Managed caseload of clients, supporting goal-setting and social skills development to enhance overall wellness.
Community Day Services
Park Lawn Services
Oak Lawn
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Led weekly support groups with 20 participants per session and provided individual advising to address personal needs.
- Designed and facilitated behavior management and social skills groups for adults with disabilities.
- Collaborated with center social worker to evaluate programs and designed focus groups that enhanced community and workshop attendance and participation.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Capella University
Minneapolis10-2021
Bachelor of Social Work -
Western Illinois University
Macomb05-2017
Skills
- Restorative Justice Practices
- Behavioral Health System Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Community Building & Engagement
- Student Advocacy
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Policy Development
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership and Development Skills
Certification
- Licensed Social Worker
Timeline
Culture Specialist
Noble Schools
12.2025 - Current
WOW Counselor
Youth Guidance
01.2025 - 07.2025
Qualified Mental Health Professional, Dean of Restorative Justice
Touch of Wholeness LLC
09.2022 - 01.2025
Community Support Specialist
Thresholds
11.2017 - 12.2018
Community Day Services
Park Lawn Services
01.2017 - 06.2017
Master of Social Work -
Capella University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Western Illinois University