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Research Interests
Jen has over 20 years of experience as a social worker in the Missoula community. Throughout her career, Jen has been dedicated to supporting diverse populations, including youth in foster care, unhoused individuals, survivors of intimate partner violence, migrant workers, and those with refugee status.
In addition to her work in direct service and case management, Jen has developed extensive expertise in leadership and organizational management. As the resettlement director at the International Rescue Committee in Missoula, she honed her skills in strategic planning, team mentorship, and program development. These experiences underscore her strong commitment to fostering inclusive, collaborative environments and empowering others to achieve success.
Teaching Experience
SW 100: Intro to Social Welfare
SW 500: Orientation
SW 505: Foundations of Social Work Practice
SW 511: Human Behavior and the Social Environment II
SW 531: Social Policy Analysis
SW 576/577: Foundation Integrative Seminar I & II
SW 578/579: Advanced Integrative Seminar I & II
SW 599: Portfolio
Education/Academic qualification
Bachelor, Women's Studies, SUNY Albany
Master, Social Work, University of Montana
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Research output
- 1 Chapter
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Practicing Social Justice Work in Refugee Resettlement
Barile, J. & Littman, J., 2021, The Just Practice Framework in Action: Contemporary Case Studies. Oxford University Press, p. 104-114 11 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review