Liz Brenaman
About Liz Brenaman
Liz Brenaman is a Reception and Placement Case Manager at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) in Des Moines, Iowa, where she has worked since 2016. She specializes in providing support to refugees during their resettlement process, focusing on housing and community connections.
Work at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Liz Brenaman has served as a Reception and Placement Case Manager at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2016. In this role, she operates within the Des Moines, Iowa Area Field Office. Her responsibilities include securing housing for refugees and connecting them with community-based support services as part of their resettlement process. Additionally, she coordinates the Wellness Program, which is an integral part of the resettlement services provided to refugees.
Previous Experience in Hearing Services
Before her tenure at USCRI, Liz Brenaman worked at National Hearing Centers as a Manager and Hearing Specialist from 2000 to 2001. This position was based in Ankeny, Iowa, and Newton, Iowa. She also held various roles at Beltone Hearing & Audiology from 1998 to 2000, where she worked as an Administrative Assistant, Program Assistant, and in Accounts Payable/Receivable. These experiences contributed to her skill set in managing sensitive client interactions.
Education and Expertise
Liz Brenaman studied at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) from 2013 to 2016, achieving a degree in Human Services, General. This educational background supports her expertise in providing compassionate care that emphasizes dignity, respect, empowerment, human rights, and equality for the individuals she serves.
Experience in Youth Services
In 2016, Liz Brenaman worked as a Resident Advisor at Youth Emergency Services & Shelter (YESS) for eight months in the Des Moines, Iowa Area. This role involved direct support and care for youth in need, further enhancing her experience in social services and community support.