Valerie MacAraan

Valerie Macaraan, MSW, LSWAIC, is an accomplished social worker with extensive experience in various social service roles. Currently serving as an Instructor at the University of Washington School of Social Work and as a Patient Outreach Social Worker at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Valerie has previously held positions including Social Services Coordinator/Social Worker at Navos and Certified Nursing Assistant at Kline Galland and Family Resource Home Care. Valerie's educational background includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles, complemented by a Certified Nursing Assistant credential. Other notable experiences encompass roles with the University of Washington - School of Medicine and Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, demonstrating a commitment to community-centered integrative practice.