Colleen Graydon
About Colleen Graydon
Colleen Graydon serves as a Veterans First SSVF Case Manager at Friendship Place in Washington, D.C., a position she has held since 2015. She has a background in social work and sales, with previous roles at various organizations including Eastern Mountain Sports and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Work at Friendship Place
Colleen Graydon has served as a Veterans First SSVF Case Manager at Friendship Place since 2015. In this role, she is responsible for assisting veterans in accessing housing and supportive services. Her work focuses on helping individuals navigate the complexities of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program, which aims to prevent homelessness among veterans. Graydon's commitment to this mission has contributed to the organization's efforts in providing essential resources to the veteran community in Washington, D.C.
Previous Employment Experience
Before her current position, Colleen Graydon gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as a Sales Associate at Eastern Mountain Sports from 2012 to 2016, where she developed customer service skills. In 2013, she completed a two-month internship as a Social Work Intern at Northern Virginia Family Service. Additionally, she served as a Clinical Technician at Inova Health System for eight months in 2014 to 2015. Graydon also interned at the Department of Veterans Affairs in 2014 for three months, further enhancing her expertise in social work.
Educational Background
Colleen Graydon studied at Longwood University from 2009 to 2014, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in social work principles and practices. During her time at Longwood University, she also worked as a Social Work Student for five years, gaining practical experience that complemented her academic learning.