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Aspen Swaser

@aspenswaser

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I support survivors through crisis response, safety planning, advocacy, and resource connection.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to continue supporting and advocating for survivors and underprivileged populations through crisis response, resource connection, safety planning, and community advocacy.

At The Women's Center, I answer crisis hotline calls, connect survivors with resources and shelter, facilitate support groups, and provide one-to-one support around coping skills, safety planning, and navigating the legal system.

I've also advocated for LGBTQ+ community members and victims of violence at OutFront MN, engaged in policy-related advocacy, and supervised direct-support services through scheduling, documentation, medication administration, and guardian communication. My social work background centers on supporting and connecting victim-survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, and human trafficking with resources.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Survivor Advocate

Current

The Women's Center

May 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)

Answered crisis hotline calls and connected callers with resources, safety planning, and shelter. Facilitated support groups and provided one-on-one advocacy for survivors of abuse.

Crisis Intervention Advocacy Case Management Documentation Confidentiality Education

Anti-Violence Advocacy Intern

OutFront MN

Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)

Answered crisis line calls and provided support and resources to the LGBTQ+ community and victims of violence. Engaged in policy-related advocacy and self-education on relevant issues.

Crisis Intervention Advocacy Policy Advocacy Education

Personal Care Worker/House Manager

Peaceful Living

May 2020 - May 2022 (2 years)

Supported individuals in daily routines including transportation, hygiene, and meal preparation. Managed documentation, medication administration, staff scheduling, and served as point of contact for guardians.

Personal Care Documentation Scheduling

Orientation Transition Leader

New Student and Family Programs

Apr 2019 - Apr 2020 (1 year)

Assisted new students in their transition to college by providing resources and guidance. Ensured students received necessary materials and acted as a point of contact for questions and concerns.

Student Support Resource Navigation

Direct Support Professional/Program Supervisor

Rem WI

May 2019 - Feb 2020 (9 months)

Supported individuals in daily routines and administered medication. Handled documentation, staff scheduling, and served as point of contact for guardians.

Personal Care Documentation Scheduling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Bachelor of Science, Social Work

2016 - 2022

Activities and societies: Irish dancer for 14 years; theater; choir; alumni member of Alpha Omicron Pi- Kappa Sigma Chapter; advocacy work such as attending webinars, discussions, conferences, and rallies for underprivileged populations.

Pursued a degree in Social Work, focusing on supporting and advocating for victim-survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, and human trafficking.