Children's Home Association of Illinois
Kathleen Griffith is an experienced LCSW-inspired entrepreneur with a diverse background in social work and business leadership. Currently serving as a therapist and family recovery specialist at the Children's Home Association of Illinois since August 2020, Kathleen also holds the position of CEO at Soulful Ambitions, where innovative approaches are prioritized. Previously, Kathleen worked as a recovery specialist at Human Service Center/New Leaf, providing case management and therapeutic support for women with addictions. A former president and owner of Pinnacle Training Center, Kathleen brings extensive experience in both therapeutic and entrepreneurial settings. Educational qualifications include a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Illinois State University and a Bachelor's degree in Equestrian/Equine Studies from Colorado State University.
Children's Home Association of Illinois
For more than 155 years, the Children's Home Association of Illinois (CHAIL) has provided community support services to at-risk youth, the people who love and care for them, and the people who no longer can. The services provided at CHAIL don't just impact the individual child, they create positive ripple effects within their immediate family, neighborhood, community, and world by providing the opportunity to thrive. Our vision is to change the lives of kids who will change the world. We believe every child in our community deserves an opportunity to succeed, despite the insurmountable barriers that have been placed in their way. We offer clinical support services, educational services through our Kiefer School and the Academy for Autism, foster care and residential placement, community support and clinical services, and prevention.