Meet Emily: Former Intern turned Talent Engagement Specialist
Emily started at the agency as a human resources intern before becoming the talent engagement specialist for the human resources department. Emily received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Organization Psychology and Communications from the University of Illinois. She continued her education at Purdue University and received a Master of Science Degree in Communication […]
Meet Keith: Former Intern turned Therapist
Keith was an intern in the EPIC program while pursuing his Master of Social Work degree. His internship experience allowed him to see firsthand all of the skills and knowledge that go into being a therapist. While interning in the EPIC program, he was truly able to develop the foundational skills that he still uses […]
Meet Lexzabet: Former Intern turned Program Coordinator
Lexzabet is a former intact program intern former Intact Program intern. She interned with Children’s Home & Aid while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in human development and family services with an emphasis in family social services. After completing her internship, Lexzabet decided to become a Bilingual Intact Case Manager. During her time as a Bilingual […]
Meet Alexandra: Former Intern turned Talent Acquisition Specialist
While in search of an internship for her graduate school field placement, Alexandra sparked an interest in the Human Resources and the Performance internship at Children’s Home & Aid. She was pursuing a master’s degree in social work with a concentration in Leadership and Social Change from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She was […]
Meet Darius: Former Intern turned Therapist
As a master’s student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Darius shared a focus of wanting to help by using unconditional positive regard, and empathy, and working to help a client become the best version of themselves. Darius began his clinical internship at Children’s Home & Aid and was drawn to the internship because of the […]
Meet Bianca: Former Intern turned Program Specialist & Therapist
Bianca interned for the Partner Abuse Intervention Team (PAIP). While completing her master’s degree in education with a focus in Trauma-Informed Counseling at Northern Illinois University, she enjoyed being a part of a supportive team that she wanted to come back part-time, post-graduation. “I never guessed I would be doing this kind of work and […]
National Social Work Month – Lily Anderson
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
National Social Work Month – David Fox
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
National Social Work Month – Velma Oliver
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
National Social Work Month – Leah Ristow
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
National Social Work Month – Yitzi Katz
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
National Social Work Month – Jeannie Higdon
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
National Social Work Month – Heather Blankenship
In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re highlighting a handful of the many dedicated social workers who stand up every day for the children, youth and families we serve. Becoming a social worker offers you the opportunity to pursue a variety of career paths, from direct clinical practice to administration to advocacy and policy roles. As […]
