Brittany Kovacs, Lmsw, Mph
About Brittany Kovacs, Lmsw, Mph
Brittany Kovacs is a Family Support Specialist with extensive experience in social work and public health. She has held various roles in organizations focused on behavioral health, education, and humanitarian support across multiple countries.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Brittany Kovacs serves as a Family Support Specialist at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2021. In this role, she provides psychoeducation to families regarding U.S. labor laws and state education laws. She conducts thorough home study assessments for potential placements of unaccompanied children, which includes background interviews and risk/protective factor analysis. Kovacs manages a caseload of 23 Post-Release Services clients and oversees two home studies, ensuring comprehensive support for families in need.
Previous Experience at J&M Global Solutions LLC
Brittany Kovacs held multiple positions at J&M Global Solutions LLC in 2018. She served as Acting Behavioral Health and Human Services Branch Director for one month in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Additionally, she worked as a Lead Planner for two months and as a Contractor for five months in the same location. Kovacs also took on the role of Analyst for one month during her time with the organization. These roles contributed to her experience in behavioral health and human services.
Field Operations Management at FIMRC
From 2018 to 2020, Brittany Kovacs worked as the Field Operations Manager for the Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children (FIMRC) in La Merced, Peru. In this position, she was responsible for overseeing field operations, ensuring the effective delivery of medical relief services to children in need. Her two years in this role enhanced her skills in program management and international health initiatives.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Brittany Kovacs holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Tulane University School of Social Work, where she studied from 2014 to 2015. She also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, completing her studies from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and Sociology from Emory University from 2007 to 2011. Kovacs has also studied at the University of Sydney, focusing on Psychology and Sociology.
Internship and Volunteer Experience
Brittany Kovacs has a diverse range of internship and volunteer experiences. She served as an Education Volunteer with the Peace Corps in Georgia from 2012 to 2014. Kovacs also completed internships at the International Rescue Committee as a School Specialist Intern in 2011 and at Broadmoor Improvement Association as a Social Work Intern in 2015. Additionally, she worked as an Evaluation Research Assistant at Up2Us Sports in 2016. These roles have contributed to her expertise in social work and community health.