Jessica Jasurda

Jessica Jasurda has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Jessica'scurrent position is Director of Crisis Services at the National Runaway Safeline, a role they have held since July 2021. Prior to this, from June 2018 to June 2021, they worked as the District Homeless Liaison for the Anoka-Hennepin School District. Jessica also has experience as an Admissions Specialist at St. Joseph's Home for Children under Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis from June 2017 to May 2018. Jessica served as a SOAR Specialist at Community Housing Network, Inc. from October 2015 to May 2017. Before that, from August 2013 to July 2015, they were the Outreach Program Coordinator at Iowa Homeless Youth Centers. Jessica began their career as a Case Manager at YouthLink MN from September 2011 to July 2013. Jessica also gained valuable experience as a Social Work Intern at the Wisconsin State Legislature and Disability Rights Wisconsin from September 2010 to May 2011 and October 2009 to June 2010 respectively.

Jessica Jasurda attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2006 to 2010, obtaining a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree. Jessica further pursued their education at the same institution from 2010 to 2011, earning a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. In March 2021, Jessica obtained a certification as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) from the Minnesota Board of Social Work. No further information about their education or certifications is provided.