KATHERINE J. CRAWFORD, PHD, LMSW The University of 279 Williams Street Athens, 30602-7016 404-643-1779 Kjc177@uga.edu EDUCATION PhD MSW BS University of, Athens, December 2016 Dissertation Title: Innovative social service collaboration: Investigating the collective impact efforts and trauma-informed care practices of the Athens Resource Center for Hope (ARCH). Kennesaw, Kennesaw, May 2008 Kennesaw, Kennesaw, Psychology August 2005 AREAS OF INTEREST Implementation and evaluation of trauma-informed care practices; utilizing the Collective Impact framework for cross-sector collaboration; organizational innovation; transfer of knowledge & implementation of best practices; trauma issues among individuals receiving services in the public service system. PUBLICATIONS Refereed Journal Articles Elkins, J.,, K., & Briggs, H. (2017) Male survivors of sexual abuse: Becoming gender sensitive, culturally responsive and trauma informed. Advances in Social Work, 18(1), 116-130. doi: 10.18060/21301
Refereed Book Reviews, K. (2012). [Review of the book Building research culture and infrastructure by R. G. McRoy, J. P. Flanzer, & J. L. Zlotnik]. Research on Social Work Practice, 23(1), 110-112. doi:10.1177/1049731512465473 PRESENTATIONS, K. (2017, October). Trauma-informed care in organizations. Rural Health Care Services Outreach Program grantees at the Peer Learning Seminar. Health Policy Center,, Atlanta, GA. Elkins, J. &, K. (2016, May). Trauma-informed care. & family engagement. Training for the Integration of Healthy Marriage & Relationship Education into Family & Children Services Project (HMRE) Staff and Team Members. Project F.R.E.E. Orientation, University of, Athens, GA., K. (2016, April). Trauma-informed care. Guest lecture in graduate level course Families & Child Welfare: Foster Care & Adoption. UGA, Athens, GA., K. (2012, August). Utilizing supervision. BSW Field Education Preparation Workshop. UGA, Athens, GA. FUNDING January 2016- May 2016 Research Assistantship,, University of 2012-2015 Teaching Assistantship,, University of 2011-2012 Research Assistantship,, University of 2006-2008 Research Assistantship,, Kennesaw State University RESEARCH EXPEREINCE 2017 Present Evaluator,, University of Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Implementation Grant Grant supports innovative cross-system collaboration for individuals with mental illnesses or co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders who come into contact with the justice system. Athens Clark County Police Department and Advantage Behavioral Health Systems have partnered to
implement strategies to address the issue of high rates of criminal justice involvement for individuals with mental health issues. 2016 Graduate Research Assistant,, University of : The integration of healthy marriage & relationship education into family & children services project Assisted in the development of the Family Engagement portion of the program protocol manual. Specific focus on writing and implementation of the Trauma-Informed Care portion of program manual. Assisted in training for family engagement protocols of program staff. 2013 2016 PhD Candidate,, University of : PhD Dissertation Research Dissertation research investigated the collaborative efforts of a group of cross-sector organizations in Athens-Clarke County that have come together to provide services for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or those at risk of homelessness. This study focused on measuring interagency collaboration from the collective impact framework, as well as provided an assessment of trauma-informed care practice behaviors for each organization. Data collection methods included an online survey, focus groups, and individual interviews. 2011 2012 Graduate Research Assistant,, University of Assisted assigned faculty member with research and course preparation for BSW direct practice course. Engaged in individual research focusing on the complex issues surrounding trauma among individuals experiencing homelessness, as well as evidenced based practices to address these trauma issues. 2009 2010 Research Professional AD IV,, Kennesaw Collected, scanned, managed and analyzed data using Scantron technology, E-Listen software, and SPSS for the Cobb County School System Abstinence program and for the Kennesaw State University Social Work and Human Services Department. 2007 2008 Graduate Research Assistant,, Kennesaw Created surveys for the Human Services Department and collected data for the Abstinence program in Cobb County using E-listen software; graded tests using Par score software; input and analyzed data using SPSS; worked on the career fair portion of the NASW s Navigation to Graduation held at Kennesaw State University; and worked with my supervisor and other professors in the Human Services department on various projects.
2006 2007 Graduate Research Assistant,, Kennesaw Children's Advocacy Centers of Gathered data for a gap analysis of services, revised the Mentorship Packet, performed research to support the partnership between Kennesaw and CACGA, and worked on other various projects with the Executive Director. TEACHING EXPERIENCE 2017, Fall MSW, Foundation Social Work Practice with Communities & Organizations (SOWK 7117)., University of, Athens, GA MSW, Evaluation of Social Work Interventions (SOWK 7206)., University of, Athens, GA MSW, Concentration Field Faculty Liaison (SOWK 7055), University of, Athens, GA 2016, Spring Interim BSW Field Coordinator,, University of, Athens, GA 2014, Fall 2015, Spring BSW Faculty Liaison for Field Practicum/Field Practicum Seminar Instructor (SOWK 5835/5836, 5845/5846),, University of, Athens, GA 2013, Fall 2014, Spring BSW, Social Work with Diverse Populations (SOWK 2156), University of, Athens, GA 2012, Fall 2013, Spring BSW Faculty Liaison for Field Practicum/Field Practicum Seminar Instructor (SOWK 5835/5836, 5845/5846),, University of, Athens, GA PRACTICE EXPERIENCE 2014 Present Social Worker Public Defender Standards Council, Metro Conflict Defender, Atlanta, Created program for attorneys to secure social services for indigent clients. Assess clients incarcerated in jail and refer to appropriate placements and resources, including: housing, mental health services, substance abuse services, sex offender treatment, and medical services. Created processes for attorneys to access these alternatives to incarceration for clients. Attend client court hearings and compile research to assist in mitigation efforts.
2010 2011 Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Case Manager MUST Ministries, Marietta, Provided case management services to clients enrolled in Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program. Services included assisting clients in maintaining current housing and in finding affordable housing for individuals and families who are homeless. Referrals were made for clients to resources such as employment, financial, legal, medical, mental health and other needed services. Monitored client information and progress utilizing the Pathways database. Assisted the Program Director in the supervision of MSW interns. 2008 2010 Social Worker I, Family Links-Kin Care Emory University School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, Canton, Provided home-based support services for relative caregivers of children three and under in Cherokee County. These services included counseling, referrals, developmental assessments, and ongoing support. Wrote semi-annual and annual grant reports for continued funding. HONORS AND AWARDS 2008 Awarded Most Outstanding Student by Kennesaw MSW Faculty PROFESSIONAL TRAINING 2011 SOAR (SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery) Training, Macon, PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES/ LICENSES 2014 Present LMSW, State of : MSW006529