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Marianne Freeborn

Portland,OR

Summary

Community-focused professional with an education-focused background in social work. Utilizes empathy, adaptability, and effective communication to build rapport and connection with children and families. Knowledge of individual and systemic barriers, human services systems, and relevant community information. Experienced with youth programming, leading group sessions, and working with diverse clientele. Strong communication and multitasking skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Care Lead

Mother and Child Education Center
10.2024 - Current
  • Create educational materials for diverse clientele
  • Facilitate individual and group support sessions
  • Utilize trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions
  • Collaborate with community organizations to provide low-barrier, holistic services to marginalized and racialized populations
  • Utilize multiple systems to maintain client records
  • Train staff, interns, and volunteers on best practices to ensure high-quality client services

Social Work Intern

Mother & Child Education Center
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Utilized trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions to provide support for families with children ages 0-5
  • Collaborated with staff and interns to improve client services
  • Facilitated Post-partum education and support classes
  • Processed and redistributed donations
  • Fulfilled operational and client care tasks as needed
  • - Supported clients in navigating social service systems, enhancing access to vital community resources.

Community Engagement & Development Director

CASA of Marion County
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Developed and maintained donor relationships
  • Managed outreach and recruitment programs
  • Oversaw training and development programs for staff and volunteers
  • Created and implemented annual development plan
  • Developed strategic partnerships with community organizations to enhance child advocacy efforts.
  • Led fundraising initiatives, securing resources to support CASA programs and services.

Branch Director

Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion and Polk Counties
09.2017 - 07.2020

Direct and manage overall branch operations, including:

  • Worked directly with school staff to ensure consistency and identify strategies for student success
  • Facilitated workshops and events that promoted leadership skills among youth members
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to enhance program offerings for youth engagement.
  • Served on the National BGC LGBTQ+ Advisory Board
  • Led staff and organization training initiatives, fostering skill development in areas such as mental health, building social-emotional learning, Growth Mindset, PBIS, and more
  • Community and family partnership development and collaboration
  • Cultivated partnerships within the community to expand resources and community outreach.
  • Compiled data to create evidence-based planning strategies and high-yield programs

After School and Summer Program Director

Freshwater School District
06.2016 - 07.2017

Directed and managed operations of Freshwater After School Program, including:

  • Assessed behavioral and academic needs of members; referred students and families as needed
  • Managed program staff
  • Maintained program paperwork
  • Managed program budget and financial operations, including grant-funded initiatives
  • Coordinated daily activities for diverse student groups, ensuring engagement and safety.
  • Developed and implemented summer program curriculum aligned with educational standards.

Education

Master’s Degree - Social Work

University of Denver
Denver, CO
06.2025

Bachelor’s Degree - Communication Studies

Rocky Mountain College
Billings, MT
01.2013

Skills

  • Client Education
  • Case Management
  • Multitasking
  • Group Facilitation
  • Collaborative Problem-Solving
  • Multicultural Humility
  • Child Development
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Youth Program Development
  • Child and Family Advocacy
  • Rapport Building
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Timeline

Client Care Lead

Mother and Child Education Center
10.2024 - Current

Social Work Intern

Mother & Child Education Center
01.2024 - 06.2025

Community Engagement & Development Director

CASA of Marion County
10.2020 - 10.2021

Branch Director

Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion and Polk Counties
09.2017 - 07.2020

After School and Summer Program Director

Freshwater School District
06.2016 - 07.2017

Master’s Degree - Social Work

University of Denver

Bachelor’s Degree - Communication Studies

Rocky Mountain College