Shannon Stovall
Schererville
Summary
Social work professional (BSW, May 2026) with hands-on experience in case management, gender assessment, and trauma-informed support for women, children, and migrant communities. International field experience in Thailand conducting gender assessments with displaced populations. Seeking an entry-level humanitarian or protection-focused role supporting vulnerable individuals and communities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Case Worker
Sojourner Truth House
Gary
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted intake assessments and crafted individualized service plans to address clients' unique needs
- Connected clients to essential housing, healthcare, employment, and community resources to enhance stability
- Provided case management to women experiencing homelessness and domestic violence
- Applied trauma-informed and survivor-centered approaches
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary staff to ensure seamless coordination of care and support for clients
- Maintained confidential documentation in compliance with ethical standards
Full-Time Nanny
Naina Chhokar
St. John
01.2021 - Current
- Developed nurturing and safe environments that enhanced children's emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Organized and led age-appropriate activities to foster intellectual and motor skills development.
- Provided full-time care with emphasis on emotional development and safety
HR Director / Manager
Zig-E's Funland
St. John
03.2020 - Current
- Managed employee relations and conflict resolution, fostering a positive workplace culture
- Ensured policy compliance and coordinated organizational initiatives to align with strategic goals
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligned with organizational goals.
- Developed and implemented inclusive workplace policies promoting equity, nondiscrimination, and accessibility
- Led recruitment and onboarding processes, improving new hire integration and staff training effectiveness
Intern
Raks Thai Foundation
Bangkok
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed program recommendations to enhance access to health and social services
- Conducted gender assessments with migrant women and children from Myanmar
- Facilitated focus groups and community interviews
- Engaged cross-culturally in a humanitarian setting
- Researched community needs and resources to guide program development
Education
Bachelor of Social Work, Minor in Psychology -
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05.2026
Skills
- Case Management
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Gender & Protection Programming
- Child Safeguarding
- Community Outreach
- Resource navigation
- Qualitative Data Collection
- Ethical Documentation
- Client advocacy
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Team collaboration
Volunteer Experience
Domestic Violence Shelter Volunteer, Supported children impacted by domestic violence through structured activities, Assisted with trauma-sensitive programming, Maintained safe and supportive environments
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Thai
Elementary
Timeline
Intern Case Worker
Sojourner Truth House
08.2025 - Current
Intern
Raks Thai Foundation
05.2025 - 07.2025
Full-Time Nanny
Naina Chhokar
01.2021 - Current
HR Director / Manager
Zig-E's Funland
03.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Social Work, Minor in Psychology -
Indiana University Northwest