1. Crystal Gresham
7521 S. Chappel Ave., Chicago, IL 60649 CrystalGresham@aol.com (773) 793-2679
EMPLOYMENT
Riveredge Hospital (Chicago, IL) November 2014 - May 2015
Mental Health Counselor (Registry)
Provided therapeutic intervention and milieu management to patients in accordance to individualized
treatment plans; Provided age specific supervision and interventions appropriate to developmental
levels and specific treatment needs; Worked collaboratively with nurse managers.
Sarah’s Circle (Chicago, IL) July 2014 - February 2015
Interim Housing Overnight Program Staff
Provided supervision and oversight to 72 women residing in a residential program; Assisted
residents with meal preparation, shopping, cleaning, grooming and other life skills essential for
independent community living; Led goal directed milieu groups for behavioral health problems
resulting from traumas of sexual, emotional and/or physical abuse; Maintained a secure, safe and
supportive environment.
Tri Adlifa September 2011 - May 2013
Accounts Payable Clerk
Approved, coordinated and scheduled building repair and maintenance work for 30 residential
properties; Approved vendor payment and issued checks; Maintained hours and
tabulated payroll for 60 employees.
New Moms Inc. (Chicago, IL) August 2010-September 2011
Residential Aid Program Monitor
Mentored at risk adolescent mothers and their children residing in a program for homeless survivors of
rape, molestation, physical and/or emotional abuse; Assisted residents' development of functional life
skills; Provided guidance on proper parenting and childcare; Led weekly interactive and in depth group
meetings.
Cook County Juvenile Probation (Chicago, IL) August 2009-June 2010
Internship
Researched child welfare and juvenile justice best practices with potential for application in Cook
County; Synthesized research findings and prepared written reports; Coordinated and participated in
team strategy and planning meetings; Performed case management duties for juvenile felony offenders,
ages 10-17 years old; Worked with community agencies securing and monitoring completion of court-
mandated training, employment and educational programs for assigned juveniles.
Volunteer Experience
The Mustard Seed Group (Chicago, IL) June 1995-Present
Sponsor and mentor members; Assist with planning, organizing and executing member events within
the Chicago Land area; Assist with planning, organizing and soliciting presenters for monthly Speaker
Meetings; Provide general receptionist and administrative functions.
Education
 Bachelors of Art, Major: Social Justice; Minor: Sociology, Northeastern Ill. Univ. December 2010
 Current CPI and CPR certification
 Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel