Christine Dey Lmsw

Christine Dey has a diverse work experience in the field of social work. Christine has worked as a Director NORC (Older Adult Mental Health Services) and Director of the Weinberg Center for Balanced Living at Educational Alliance since December 2018. In their role at Educational Alliance, they are responsible for overseeing mental health services for older adults and managing the balanced living center.

Before working at Educational Alliance, Christine worked as a Certified ESL/Academic Tutor on a freelance basis since 2006. Christine provides English and academic tutoring, mentorship, advising, and orientation support to international and newcomer students, as well as students from underserved communities. Christine also assists students with the college application process and connects them to settlement and community support services.

From 2009 to 2018, Christine worked at Hudson Guild as a Director of Social Services. In this role, they provided administrative, managerial, and operational oversight of a 5-site Supported Housing Program for formerly homeless and marginalized individuals with complex health and mental health needs. Christine also supervised a team of social service case managers and MSW interns, provided field supervision to MSW interns, and ensured quality assurance and compliance with program standards.

Christine also worked as a Research Consultant at The Center for Social Inclusion in 2008 and as a Social Work Consultant at the Office of the Mayor, City of Toronto from 2005 to 2007. Christine conducted policy research, facilitated focus groups, and advocated for services related to racial justice and access to education. At the Office of the Mayor, they managed a caseload of constituents from underserved communities and assisted in the development of a housing and education initiative.

Earlier in their career, Christine worked at Community Living Toronto as an Adult Protective Service Worker/Interim Supervisor from 1990 to 2007. Christine managed a caseload of clients with mental health, housing, education, and employment needs and provided therapeutic counseling, crisis intervention, and legal advocacy. Christine also served as a Caseworker/Vocational Employment Counselor and was responsible for supervising a supportive housing program and providing vocational skill assessment and employment services.

Lastly, in 2003-2004, Christine worked part-time as an Immigrant Services Consultant at Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood and Community Health Centre. Christine facilitated a settlement project for newcomer children and provided workshops and referrals to immigrant families.

Overall, Christine Dey has a strong background in social work, with experience in various settings and a focus on advocacy and providing support to marginalized populations.

Christine Dey LMSW has a Master's Degree in Social Work, which they obtained from Hunter College in 2008. Before that, they completed their Bachelor's Degree in Social Work with a focus on Social Justice Studies at Ryerson University from 2002 to 2005. In 1997, they received a certification in Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language from George Brown College. Christine'seducational journey started with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts Studies/Sociology from York University, which they obtained from 1985 to 1989.

In addition to their formal education, Christine Dey LMSW also holds several certifications. Christine obtained the UNH Emerging Leaders Non-Profit Leadership Management certification from United Neighborhood Houses in May 2017. In April 2017, they received the Mental Health First Aid certification from The Coalition for Behavioral Health. Christine also completed the Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) at Fordham University in May 2010. Furthermore, they are a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) accredited by the New York State Education Department, although the specific month and year of obtaining this license are unknown based on the provided information.