Crystal Contreras

Crystal Contreras is an experienced professional in family and community support, currently serving as the Family and Community Coordinator at New Visions for Public Schools since August 2021. Prior to this role, Crystal held multiple positions at Sinergia, Inc. from June 2018 to August 2021, including Residential Planning Coordinator, Family Support Case Manager, and Autism Initiative Case Manager. Crystal's earlier experience includes working as a Waiver Service Provider at Cardinal McCloskey Community Services from June 2012 to October 2018, where responsibilities involved assisting families and children in achieving their goals through a strengths-based approach. Additionally, Crystal served as Program Director and Assistant Director at the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood from August 2015 to June 2018, managing various programs and promoting professional growth among program counselors. Crystal holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Lehman College and an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Kingsborough Community College.