Jessica Chandler

Jessica Chandler, MSW, ACSW, currently serves as a Social Worker Investigator at Los Angeles Dependency Lawyers, focusing on disrupting inter-generational cycles of child removal related to poverty and assisting parents in accessing equitable resources for family reunification. Prior experience includes a role as a Children's Social Worker III at the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, where child safety and advocacy were paramount. Jessica also contributed as a Youth Ambassador for the State Youth Council, providing insights into child welfare issues, and held various positions at California State University, Northridge, including Community Advisor and Resident Advisor, where crisis intervention and community engagement were key responsibilities. Educational qualifications include a Master of Social Work with a concentration in urban child welfare from California State University, Northridge, along with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and an Associate's degree in General Psychology Transfer from El Camino College.