Cherrell Williams
Beale AFB
Summary
Versatile and mission-focused Social Work professional with 15+ years of experience in advocacy, prevention, training, and mental health support across military and civilian sectors. Proven leader in designing trauma-informed programs, guiding at-risk populations, and building community coalitions across DoD installations. MSW, Magna Cum Laude, with deep expertise in behavioral science, education, and federal policy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Specialist
U.S. Air Force
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered resilience-based behavioral health interventions and psychoeducational programs to over 400 Airmen using MRT and CBT frameworks.
- Integrated trauma-informed care, positive psychology, and Total Force Fitness into group training and one-on-one coaching.
- Utilized evaluation tools to assess learning outcomes and adapt facilitation strategies to support varied adult learning needs.
- Led high-risk unit outreach and psychological first aid during crisis events, ensuring wraparound support via multidisciplinary partners.
- Designed and implemented continuous learning platform, ensuring knowledge retention and skill development.
SAPR Victim Advocate
U.S. Air Force
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided clinical advocacy, emotional safety planning, and trauma-informed intervention for survivors of sexual violence in military contexts.
- Facilitated psychoeducational support groups integrating somatic and cognitive-behavioral techniques to support trauma recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including OSI, FAP, and legal advocates to ensure client-centered, ethical response plans.
- Developed and delivered scenario-based prevention training grounded in public health and feminist-informed frameworks.
- Provided crisis intervention during emergencies involving clients or local community members who were experiencing trauma related to crime exposure or victimization incidents.
- Improved access to resources for victims by conducting thorough needs assessments and connecting them with appropriate services.
Exceptional Family Member Program Coordinator
U.S. Air Force
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Conducted over 500 comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to identify family strengths, service gaps, and psychosocial risk factors.
- Provided clinical case management to families navigating IDEA/Section 504 processes, ensuring culturally competent and developmentally appropriate support.
- Led peer-led therapeutic groups and resilience-building workshops for EFMP caregivers, integrating trauma-informed facilitation techniques.
- Facilitated interagency collaboration across school systems, healthcare providers, and military services to ensure continuity of care for families with complex needs.
- Presented systemic trend data and client impact reports to the Community Action Board, advocating for structural reforms to improve service access.
- Coordinated macro-level outreach including Month of the Military Child campaigns and multidisciplinary support fairs to reduce stigma and normalize care-seeking behavior.
- Empowered parents with knowledge about their rights, responsibilities, and options regarding their children''s education, healthcare, and other essential services.
Family Support Specialist
CBI Rehabilitation Services
11.2009 - 05.2010
- Provided rehabilitative case management and daily psychosocial support to clients with TBI and co-occurring disorders.
- Designed and monitored treatment plans based on strengths-based assessments and client self-determination models.
- Collaborated with housing, nutrition, and behavioral health providers to deliver coordinated wraparound services.
- Enhanced family well-being by providing comprehensive support services and resources.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems to access needed supports and benefits.
- Maintained detailed case notes documenting client interactions, interventions provided, progress made, and any barriers encountered during service delivery.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW), Magna Cum Laude -
Liberty University
05.2024
Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude - Social Work
Park University
08.2018
Skills
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Advocacy in family services for special needs
- Suicide Prevention
- Military Cultural Competence
- Resilience & Mental Health Training
- Intervention planning
- Youth & Family Advocacy
- Community Engagement
- Trauma-Informed care
- Referral coordination
- Client evaluation
- Psychosocial assessments
- Client advocacy
- Case documentation
- Ensuring confidentiality in client interactions
Affiliations
- Active Duty Military Spouse
- Toastmasters
- National Association of Social Workers Phi Alpha Honors
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Timeline
Prevention Specialist
U.S. Air Force
01.2025 - 07.2025
SAPR Victim Advocate
U.S. Air Force
06.2023 - 01.2025
Exceptional Family Member Program Coordinator
U.S. Air Force
07.2019 - 07.2021
Family Support Specialist
CBI Rehabilitation Services
11.2009 - 05.2010
Master of Social Work (MSW), Magna Cum Laude -
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude - Social Work
Park University
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