Staff: Gina Dessources Benjamin, MSW, LICSW
Gina Dessources Benjamin, MSW, LICSW
Associate Director, Clinical and Community Services, Center for Workforce Development
Program Director, Community Health Worker Training Program
| Degree | Major/Emphasis | Institution | Year |
| MSW | Social Work | Simmons University School of Social Work | 2005 |
| Certificate | Urban Leadership | Simmons University School of Social Work | 2005 |
| BA | Psychology and Sociology | Simmons University | 2002 |
Research and Practice Interests
- Intersection between faith, spirituality, and global mental health
- Local, national, and international missionary work
- Immigrant services and support
- Community engagement
- Partnership development
Professional Licenses and Certifications
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - Massachusetts Board of Social Workers
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Maine Board of Social Worker Licensure
Concurrent Leadership, Service and Professional Activities
- Social Services Director/Consultant, Mount Olives Community Center
- Board Member, Functional Literacy Ministry Haiti
- Member, Haitian Mental Health Network
- Member, Mount of Olives Baptist Church
Prior Experience
- Tele-Behavioral Health Clinician, Maine Mobile Health Program
- Assistant Shelter Director, Department of Mental Health
- Clinical Social Worker, Department of Mental Health
Professional Affiliations
- Member, National Association of Social Workers