Annie R.

Annie R. has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Starting in 2002, they worked as a Volunteer and Resource Coordinator at Shalom Community Center, Inc. In 2006, they served as the DC Kids Cafe Coordinator at Capital Area Food Bank. Annie then took on the role of Acting Educational Programs Director at Lost Valley Educational Center from 2009 to 2010. From 2011 to 2012, they worked as an Assistant Teacher at Mainspring Schools.

Annie R. then transitioned into the social work field, first as an MSSW Integrated Behavioral Health Intern at El Buen Samaritano from 2013 to 2014. Annie provided counseling services in English and Spanish, facilitated a Parent Support Group, and conducted warm transfers for patients referred to behavioral health services. Annie continued their social work journey as an MSSW Intern at University Medical Center Brackenridge from January 2015 to August 2015.

From 2015 to 2019, Annie R. worked as a Licensed Master Social Worker at Seton Healthcare Family. Their responsibilities included investigating, assessing, and planning interventions to support patients with social, emotional, economic, and environmental problems. Annie also collaborated with team managers, agencies, and patient relatives to ensure compliance with treatment plans.

In 2017, Annie R. took on the role of Founder at Martindale River Cafe and Mercantile. Annie successfully established and managed a cafe, music venue, and community space in a rural town.

Currently, they are a Client Advocate at mRelief, starting in March 2022. In this role, they interface with clients who need assistance applying for SNAP benefits and develops systems for successful SNAP enrollment while prioritizing the client's dignity.

Overall, Annie R.'s work experience demonstrates their versatility, adaptability, and dedication to social work and community development.

Annie R. received their Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology and Nonprofit Management from Indiana University Bloomington in the years 1999 to 2002. Annie then pursued a Master of Science (MS) in Social Work at The University of Texas at Austin from 2013 to 2015. In addition to their degrees, Annie also obtained the certification of Certified Nonprofit Professional from the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance in December 2002. Annie further acquired the license of a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) from the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners in August 2015.