Kids Above All
Shirley Mitchell is a seasoned professional in the field of social work with extensive experience in child welfare and education. Currently serving as a Foster Care Supervisor and Child Welfare Specialist at Kids Above All since November 2020, Shirley has previously held roles including Substitute Teacher at Elmhurst District 205 Public Schools and Central Intake Social Worker at the Chicago Department of Public Health. Additional experience includes positions as a Healthy Eating Instructor with iCook After School, Medical Social Work Intern at West Suburban Medical Center, and Upward Bound Math and Science Advisor at Introspect Youth Services Inc. Shirley holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Dominican University and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Texas Woman's University, demonstrating a strong academic foundation that complements practical expertise in psychosocial assessments, educational support, and case management.
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Kids Above All
At Kids Above All, we believe young people who have experienced trauma can become independent adults who live meaningful, productive lives. Since 1894, our mission has been to protect, heal and educate children and families so they can build better lives. Last year, Kids Above All served 2,541 young people and families in Cook, DuPage, Kane and Lake counties, who experienced trauma. We are experts in trauma-informed care, helping our youth on their healing journey so they can have the best possible life. Our programs include early childhood learning for children living in poverty, foster care and adoption services for youth who have suffered abuse and neglect, housing for teens and homeless young adults, and counseling.