Staff Spotlight

Community Energy Project is proud to provide a variety of direct, in-homes services and educational workshops, and participate in important advocacy work. Behind all of these vital efforts is a team of vibrant, multifaceted, and hardworking individuals. We are excited to introduce the CEP Staff Spotlight, a series dedicated to the people who make everything we do possible. Today’s spotlight shines on CEP’s Program Coordinator, Frances Sandoval.

“Every job is a self-portrait of the person who does it. Autograph your work with excellence.” Author Unknown

1. Describe your role at CEP and what makes you passionate about your position.  I handle intake for the In-Homes department. I gather client information, verify qualifications for programs and services such as free home energy scores and weatherization and repair audits. I also assist with the Portland Clean Energy Fund program. I am a compassionate person and love helping people and connecting them with valuable resources.

2. What is your work background and unique skills that you bring to CEP?  I have worked in healthcare for the past 15 years. I bring genuine kindness, understanding, cultural awareness, and the ability to comfort those in need.

3. Describe one accomplishment you’ve made at CEP or a goal you have for the future in this role.  I have translated many of our informational resources, client forms, and other resources to Spanish. I’m heavily involved in outreach to the Hispanic community and am passionate about helping CEP expand our reach among this population.

4. If you had to pick one meal to eat for the rest of your life, what would it be?  Enchiladas, rice, and beans!