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Elisé Dunnigan, LBSW/MSW

Family Resource Center Community Organizer at Kansas Children's Service League

Elisé Dunnigan, LBSW/MSW has a diverse work experience in various organizations and roles. They started their career in 2000 as an NCCC Member at AmeriCorps NCCC, where they served in multiple states and Puerto Rico for a year. In 2001, they became the Executive Director at Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity until 2004. They then joined Saint Francis Community Services as a Resource Family Specialist & Recruiter from 2004 to 2011. During this time, they also worked as an MAPP Instructor & Home Study Contractor at Kansas Children's Service League from 2011 to 2015. In 2011, they started working at the Kansas Department of Health and Environment as a Behavioral Intervention Specialist and later became the Lead Behavioral Intervention Specialist until 2016. From 2015 to 2019, they served as the Walk MS Manhattan, Kansas Co-Chair at the National MS Society: Mid America Chapter. Since 2016, they have been employed at the Kansas Children's Service League in various roles including Resource Family Social Worker, Foster Homes Supervisor, Parent Child Assistance Program (PCAP) Specialist, and currently as a Family Resource Center Community Organizer. Elisé Dunnigan's experience spans a wide range of human services, recruitment, leadership, and community organizing.

Elisé Dunnigan, LBSW/MSW, has a strong educational background in social work. Elisé began their education at Kansas State University from 1997 to 2002, where they earned their Bachelor of Arts in Social Work. During their time at Kansas State University, Elisé also pursued a minor in American Ethnic Studies, demonstrating their interest in understanding diverse cultures within their field of study.

After their undergraduate studies, Elisé took steps to expand their knowledge and skills by enrolling in The University of Kansas. From 2022 to 2023, they pursued a Master of Social Work at the School of Social Welfare. This advanced degree allowed their to delve deeper into their chosen profession and enhance their ability to serve and support individuals and communities in need.

In addition to their academic degrees, Elisé holds the LBSW (Licensed Bachelor Social Worker) certification from the BSRB (Board of Social Work). Although specific details about the date of certification acquisition are not provided, this additional qualification showcases their dedication to professional development and the high standards they uphold in their work.

Overall, Elisé Dunnigan's educational history highlights their commitment to the field of social work and their desire to continually expand their knowledge and skills in order to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

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Timeline

  • Family Resource Center Community Organizer

    March, 2022 - present

  • Parent Child Assistance Program (PCAP) Specialist

    August, 2022

  • Foster Homes Supervisor

    July, 2021

  • Resource Family Social Worker

    March, 2016

  • MAPP Instructor & Home Study Contractor

    January, 2011