Brian Jay Bruce

Brian Jay Bruce possesses extensive experience in social services and housing support, currently serving as a Resident Supports Coordinator at Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids since October 2018. Prior roles include Intake Specialist and Outreach Team Leader at The Salvation Army Social Services Housing Assessment Program, where responsibilities involved community outreach and conducting housing assessments for individuals experiencing homelessness. Additional experience includes direct care as a Housing Support Specialist at Kalamazoo Community Mental Health and roles within LISC AmeriCorps as an Outreach & Resource Specialist. Brian has also demonstrated leadership as Chairperson for Community Advocates for Persons with Developmental Disabilities and has a strong background in volunteerism, including coaching for the Special Olympics. Educational background includes studies in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management at Western Michigan University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Philosophy from the same institution.