Kristen Gast Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles County, California, United States

Through assessment, case management and leading a multidisciplinary team, I support foster youth transitioning to adulthood with achieving their goals and developing the future they want

Short term case management for youth experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis

Project management to support diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at the Luskin School of Public Affairs

Los Angeles County, California, United States

Supporting education rights and access to special education services for children and families involved with the child welfare system

Policy and program research on funding for education for foster youth and students experiencing homelessness

Pasadena, California, United States

-Provided therapy to minor clients as well as their caregivers, coordinating with other service providers such as child welfare and schools, and updating client information and casenotes in Clinitrak-Assisted referral department with inputting new referrals and reaching out to families for trauma-informed initial contact and to gather pertinent information like Medi-Cal numbers-Completed other tasks as assigned, including facilitating a social skills group for middle school students and collaborating with local schools to offer families resources and services

Monterey, Ca

· Over two years, provided approximately 50 high school students experiencing homelessness with intensive whole-person care and academic case management, working with them on creating their education plans, procuring resources and basic necessities, and encouraging self-efficacy and positive development· Collaborated with district staff and community stakeholders to determine gaps in support for homeless youth and establish protocol that will better support this vulnerable population, from doing outreach to shelters regarding the financial aid process, to participating in superintendent-level Multi-Tiered Systems of Support meetings aimed at improving the attendance of homeless students across the district· Created resources to ensure better systematic support of young people experiencing homelessness, including a local resource guide, a McKinney-Vento training and a senior checklist

Boston, Ma

Edited bulletins as part of rollout of BU's new general education system

College counselor at Boston Latin School

Greater Boston Area

I was responsible for all organization in the office. I filed, scanned documents, and created folders. I also put together mailing campaigns and assisted in putting together legal documents. When necessary, I researched and contacted outside organizations and offices, both for specific cases and for general legal information.

Boston

My first goal was to give students a safe and caring environment to spend their afternoons. I helped children with homework, ran learning activities, and assist children with their literacy development. I also worked on producing a cookbook aimed at teaching children how to make healthy meals.

Greater Boston Area

I assisted with all technology and computer-related issues, such as keeping software up-to-date, converting files, retyping transcripts, and fixing broken technology. I also helped with general organization, such as filing, transcribing videos, and copy-editing.

Orangevale, Ca

My main job was to clean all areas of facility, focusing on residential rooms and public areas. However, I also assisted residents with day-to-day tasks as needs arose and facilitated other departments with filing and organization.

Greater Sacramento

I spent a summer fundraising for non-profits like Sierra Club and Save the Children. I was promoted to field manager after two weeks, and I then was also responsible for training new employees, managing my team throughout the day, keeping track of team donations, and filling out paperwork for each donation at the end of my shift.

Sacramento, California Area

I worked the front of house. This involved taking orders via phone and in person, running cash register, and closing the store on weekends. I also was in charge of Family Nights, which involved engaging children, running raffles, creating balloon animals, and keeping the buffet stocked.

Master Of Social Work - Msw, Social Welfare

Religion & Psychology

Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Omega, Habitat for Humanity, Literary Society, Coup D'Etat Literary Magazine, National Society.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Yearbook, National Honors Society, California Scholarship Federation, Interact