Bilingual International Assistant Services
Liz Ricks-Aherne, MSW, LCSW has a diverse work experience that spans from 2004 to the present. Liz currently serves as the Director of Project Safe Space at Bilingual International Assistant Services. Prior to this, they worked as the Horizons Anticipatory Grief Program Coordinator at Annie's Hope - The Center for Grieving Kids. Liz also has experience in project and account management in the medical device translation industry. In addition, Liz has worked as a senior independent contractor support coordinator at Outlook Amusements and as a community director at the University of Redlands. Liz has also held roles as a sustainability educator, community organizer, and residential facilitator. Liz's experience includes empowering young leaders, teaching about identity-based oppression, and facilitating simulations and workshops.
Liz Ricks-Aherne, MSW, LCSW has an extensive education history. Liz obtained their Master of Social Work (MSW) degree in 2019 from Saint Louis University, where they studied Social Work and Gerontology. Prior to that, they earned their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in 2009 from the University of Redlands. Their major was Environmental Sustainability and Social Justice, with a minor emphasis in German Language. During their time at the University of Redlands, they also completed a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sustainability and Social Justice.
In 2007, Liz Ricks-Aherne had the opportunity to study Germanic Studies at The University of Freiburg, although it is not specified if a degree was obtained during that time. Liz completed their high school education at Ladue Horton Watkins High School. No specific degree or field of study is mentioned for their time at this institution. Additionally, Liz Ricks-Aherne attended The College School, although no degree or field of study is specified.
Liz Ricks-Aherne has also obtained the certification of Licensed Master Social Worker from the State of Missouri in November 2019.
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Bilingual International Assistant Services
Bilingual International Assistant Services is a not-for-profit 501 (C) (3) organization established in May, 2002 by stateless refugee women. Bilingual International was founded as a response to the unmet needs of foreign-born seniors who had limited ability in the English language, were unable to navigate the intricate system of care, and often voiced fear over their future and livelihood. In 2005, the agency began serving US-born older adults, who, despite knowledge of English, lacked knowledge of the system of care and resources. Poverty stricken, isolated seniors who were also home bound and frail sought our services to help them improve their living situations, overcome anxieties, and increase their ability to maintain community living. In 2016, Bilingual International welcomed two long-time partner agencies: the Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma and the Places for People Faith Team. These recent additions have enhanced the agency’s service portfolio – especially to refugees and survivors of state-sanctioned torture. Free of negative bias, we advocate for and encourage legislation that promotes statewide accessible, appropriate health and social services for under-served individuals and populations. Through our services and proven track record, we not only live our mission – we go beyond expectations to help our elderly and foreign-born communities.