Katie Cushman
About Katie Cushman
Katie Cushman serves as the ABWK Family Liaison at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity in St. Paul, Minnesota. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and has experience in case management and systems navigation.
Work at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
Katie Cushman serves as the ABWK Family Liaison at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on supporting families in need of housing assistance in St. Paul, Minnesota. Her responsibilities include coordinating resources and services to help families navigate the housing process and achieve stability.
Education and Expertise
Katie Cushman studied at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where she earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. Her academic background includes a focus on Special Education and Social Work, which she pursued from 2016 to 2019. This educational foundation equips her with the skills necessary for her work in social services and family support.
Background in Case Management
Prior to her current role, Katie Cushman gained experience as a Case Management Intern at St. Coletta of Wisconsin from 2020 to 2021. During her seven-month tenure in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, she developed skills in case management and support services for individuals with special needs. Following this, she worked as a Systems Navigator at Vail Place from 2021 to 2022, where she further honed her expertise in navigating social service systems.
Professional Experience
Katie Cushman's professional journey includes diverse roles in social work and family support. After her internship at St. Coletta of Wisconsin, she transitioned to Vail Place, where she worked as a Systems Navigator for one year. This position involved assisting clients in accessing necessary resources and services, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the social service landscape.