Kristen Irizarry
Director of Professional Development
Kristen graduated from Cedar Crest College with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. For the past twenty years, she has developed well-rounded expertise in social services, working in Psycho-Social Rehabilitation, Assertive Community Treatment, and Child Welfare Case Management Services. Kristen has been a member of the JusticeWorks team since 2008. Kristen has worked in various roles at JusticeWorks and committed herself to develop teams, services, and quality care for our families. During her 11 years as a Program Director, she has implemented training sessions and workshops that have provided the tools and techniques for employees to be successful. She has presented at National Conferences on Wrap-Around services and leadership approaches to support staff.
In August of 2022, Kristen was promoted to Director of Professional Development with the goal of improving the onboarding training procedures and helping employees reach professional growth in an inclusive and supportive environment.
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