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Jana L. Woodiwiss, LMSW

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jana-woodiwiss-lmsw-33a01924/ University Site: https://ssw.uga.edu/team_member/jana-woodiwiss/ Education

University of Georgia, School of Social Work Anticipated Graduation Date 2025 PhD Candidate

Family Separation from a Comprehensive Perspective. A Qualitative Three Study Dissertation.

Dissertation Committee Chair, Dr. Harold Briggs

University of Georgia, School of Social Work 2016

Master of Clinical Social Work (Magna Cum Laude)

Georgia State University, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies 2015 Bachelor of Social Work (Suma Cum Laude)

Georgia Perimeter College 2013

Associate of Science

Research:

Research Interests

Immigration related family separation, adverse childhood events, child welfare, theory development, and trauma and trauma informed interventions, policy analysis Publications

Boyas, J. F., Woodiwiss, J. L., & Nahar, V. K. (2021). Examining intentions to engage in sun protective behaviors among Latino day laborers: An application of the theory of planned behavior. Health promotion perspectives, 11(3), 351–359. Boyas, J. F., McCoy, L. M., Woodiwiss, J. L., & Adams, J. E. (2022). Applying the Stress Process Theory to Assess Correlates of Suicide Ideation-to-Action Among Persons on Parole in the United States. Community mental health journal, 1–16. Advance online publication.

Woodiwiss J.L., foreword to: DNA Family Reunification Project: Pro Busqueda’s History of Reuniting Families, by UC Berkeley School of Law Human Rights Center and Asociación Pro-Búsqueda de Niñas y Niños Desaparecidos. (2022). 2

Boyas, J., Moore, D., Duran, M., Fuentes, J. Woodiwiss, J.L., Cirino, A. Exploring the health of child protection workers: A Call to Action. Health Promotion Perspectives, 12 (4), 381- 390.

Boyas, J.; Valera, P.; McCoy, L.; Woodiwiss, J.L. (2023). Residential mobility and suicidal ideation among persons on parole. International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology, 306624X231159894. Advance online publication. Woodiwiss, J.L., Graves, B., Pless, J, Dodd, K. & Afroz, F. (2023) Conquering Chaos: Critical Reflections of Beginning doctoral Education in 2020. Reflections; Narratives of Professional Helping.

Under-Review

Pless, J., Dodd, K., Graves, B., Afroz, F., Woodiwiss, J.L., “I Just Be Chillin”: CBD Use & Anxiety Among College Students (JACH-202*-**-****) In progress

Woodiwiss, J., Boyas, J.F., Briggs, H. Mental Health Outcomes of Latin American Children by Parent Nativity Status Using the Theory of Acculturative Stress. Woodiwiss, J., Childs, E., Boyas, J. The Impacts of Family Separation on Latin American Immigrant Children; A Scoping Review

Woodiwiss, J., Boyas, J. Immigration Insights: Experiences of Families Impacted by the Detention and Deportation of Loved Ones.

Woodiwiss, J., Hunkins, S., Svetaz, V., Shramko, M. The Measurement of Family Separation; A Scoping Review.

Research Experience:

Publication and Abstract Reviews:

Current Psychology – 3 article reviews

Child Welfare – 10 abstract reviews

University of Georgia School of Social Work Athens, GA 2024-current Research Assistant

• Transcription and coding for the qualitative portion of a mixed methods study examining the impact of COVID-19 on reporting of child abuse and neglect in a Mid-Western state using Dedoose Qualitative Coding Software.

Carl Vincent Institute of Government Athens, GA 2021-2024 Research Assistant

• Conduct and prepare a literature review and trend analysis examining racial and gender disparities of students receiving Associate’s and post-secondary degrees across the nation and among University of Georgia institutions.

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• Provide facilitation and data analytic support in the development of a 5-year strategic plan for the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL), and GA Department of Administrative Services Workforce Projects

• Conduct and present Child Safety Assessment with state agencies and administer ongoing support to the CVIOG facilitation team of the Georgia’s Children’s Cabinet University of Georgia School of Social Work Athens, GA 2020- 2022 Graduate Research Assistant to Dr. Javier Boyas

• Work with faculty supervisor on manuscripts regarding populations including Latino Day Laborers, Child Welfare Social Workers, and Parolees

• Network with organizations providing social services to identify potential research partners.

• Prepare manuscripts for publication in accordance to journal specifications.

• Generate new research projects and secure co-author collaboration. Qualitative Data Analyst Athens, GA 2020-2021

Independent Contract

• Analyzed 433 Reddit discussion threads and comments posted to subreddit community devoted to civil discussions about all facets of sexuality and sexual relationships.

• Completion of data analysis using ATLAS.ti.

University of Georgia School of Social Work Athens, GA 2015-2016 Graduate Research Assistant to Dr. Harold Briggs

• Completed qualitative data analysis on two large data sets that contained over 360 scholarly peer-reviewed journal articles.

• Conducted content analysis on over 200 journal articles in order to categorize and identify major areas of research interests.

• Developed tracking tool to identify content analysis outcomes and qualitative data calculations needed for multiple research studies. Georgia State University Atlanta, GA 2015-2015

Directed Independent Study with Dr. Terri Lewinson and Dr. Karen Watkins

• Participated in Summer internship with the School of Economics at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies and Completed manuscript “Identifying Role Strain and Role Reciprocity Among Older Adults Living in Extended Stay Hotels.”

• Completed secondary data analysis and presented findings at Georgia State Spring Undergraduate Research Conference identifying the link between infant adoption and immigration for Latin American countries in “An Exploration of the Border Crisis and Adoptions from Latin American Countries.”

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Teaching:

Teaching Experience

Teacher of Record Positions:

Developed syllabus, provided bi-weekly and tri-weekly lectures, provided assignment feedback, and final grades for all students.

Understanding Human Behavior. Athens, GA 2024 - current and the Social Environment

Level: BSW, Lecture Based

Spring Semester

Social Work in Healthcare Settings SOWK5400 Athens, GA 2023 - current Level: BSW, Lecture Based

Fall Semester

Introduction to Social Work SOWK2154 Athens, GA 2022-2023 Level: BSW, Lecture Based

Fall/Spring– both semesters

Assistant Teaching Positions:

Set up classes in Blackboard, Canva, and Moodle platforms, provided grading, assignment feedback, and ongoing discussion post feedback throughout the semester. Advanced Social Work Policy and Practice SOWK8035 Atlanta, GA 2020-Current Level: PhD

Advanced Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations in Complex Systems SOWK8035 Level: PhD Atlanta, GA 2020-Current

Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families SOWK6370 Level: Masters Atlanta, GA 2020-Current

Research I: Social Work Research Methods SOWK6250 Atlanta, GA 2020-Current Level: Masters

Gerontology; Assessment and Intervention SOWK5100 Atlanta, GA 2020-Current Level: Masters

Invited Lectures:

Kennesaw State University

Invited by: Dr. Yomi Paseda, LCSW Kennesaw, GA 10/16/2024 Lecture: Medical and Child Social Work,

Pursuing Graduate studies, and clinical licensure. University of Georgia

Invited by: Dr. Jane McPherson Athens, GA 2/3/2023 Lecture: Immigration and Detention in the U.S.

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University of Georgia Athens, GA 3/30/2020

Invited by Yomi Paseda, LMSW

Lecture: Communication in Helping Professions

University of Georgia Athens, GA 3/30/2020

Invited by Dr. Mary Ager

Lecture: Healthcare Programs and Policy

University of Georgia Athens, GA 10/23/2020

Invited by Luis Roberto-Alvarez, LCSW

Lecture: Child Welfare and Pusing the Field of Social Work Georgia State University Atlanta, GA 3/22/2019

Invited by Dr. Karen Watkins, LCSW

Panel Discussion: Medical and Child Social Work, Pursuing Graduate studies and clinical licensure.

Georgia State University Atlanta, GA 3/16/2018

Invited by Dr. Karen Watkins, LCSW

Panel Discussion: Medical and Child Social Work, Pursuing Graduate studies, and clinical licensure.

Invited Presentations:

Society for Social Work and Research Seattle, WA 1/17/25 Invited by Society of Social Work and Research

Poster: Measuring Family Separation; A Scoping Review CSWE 2024 Annual Program Meeting Kansas City, MO 10/26/24 Invited by Council of Social Work Education

Panel: The Importance of Teaching Critical Theory in Doctoral Education Society for Social Work and Research Phoenix, AZ 1/11/24 Invited by Society of Social Work and Research

Roundtable: Strengthening the Action in Community Based Participatory Research Methods Society for Social Work and Research Phoenix, AZ 1/15/23 Invited by Society of Social Work and Research

Poster: The Impacts of Family Separation on Latin American Immigrant Children; A Scoping Review Poster: "I Just be Chillin": Cbd Use & Anxiety Among College Students Society for Social Work and Research Phoenix, AZ 1/15/23 Invited by Society of Social Work and Research

Poster: The Impacts of Family Separation on Latin American Immigrant Children; A Scoping Review Poster: "I Just be Chillin": Cbd Use & Anxiety Among College Students 6

CSWE 2022 Annual Program Meeting Anaheim, CA 11/11/22 Invited by Council of Social Work Education

Poster: Mental Health Outcomes of Latin American Children by Parent Nativity Status UC Berkeley Human Rights Center Berkeley, CA 10/13/22 Invited by Eric Stover, Director of the Human Right Center at UC Berkeley Interview: Participation in the DNA Reunification Project Georgia Governor’s Mansion Atlanta, GA 9/30/22

Invited by The Georgia Children’s Cabinet

Lecture: Child Safety Definitions and Safety Tools Used Among Child-Serving Agencies in Georgia Practice:

Professional Experience

US Renal Care Winder/Royston, GA 2024- Current

Licensed Social Worker

Provide psychosocial support to patients and families along their dialysis journey to help them acclimate and remain adherent with lifesaving treatments. In addition, in many fortunate cases the transplant journey as well. Ensure facility compliance with CMS guidelines and other federal requirements by way of clinical social work documentation. Child Welfare League of America 2022-Current

Consultant

Formerly, created content for the development of the 21st Century Research Agenda website. Ongoing creation of protocol for data gathering of scholarly literature that addresses research gaps in the agenda. Developed conference proposal for roundtable discussion regarding the implementation of participatory action research at the Society of Social Work Research 2024 Annual Conference.

Northeast Georgia Department of Public Health Athens, GA 2020-2021 Infectious Disease Medical Case Manager – COVID 19 Relief Support Worked with individuals living with HIV to ameliorate barriers to their medical care. Delivered guidance and recommendations regarding guidelines and documentation requirements for CARES Act funding applications. Provided medical case management regarding medication adherence and compliance education.

Georgia Cares Marietta, GA 2019-2019

Assessment Coordinator

Conducted psychosocial assessments with youth exiting sex trafficking using the Evidence Based CANS Assessment Tool. Submitted referrals to all at-risk youth to appropriate community service partners. Complete Assessment Outcome Summary and entrance documentation for all confirmed youth entering into the Georgia Cares Program. 7

Global Industrial Inc Buford, GA 2018-2019

Operations Supervisor

Provided direct supervision to 43 associates and managed 1.2 million dollars in both inventory and receiving departments. Managed implementation of Employee Labor Management System installation of distribution center safety system. Completed process evaluation and implementation of current operational procedures.

Crystal Adoptions Johns Creek, GA 2017-2020

Adoption Specialist (Contract)

Completed home studies including individual and collective psychosocial assessments for adoptive families who are seeking to adopt domestically. Served as key point of contact to adoptive families to navigate resources, training, supportive services helpful pre- and post- placement.

Positive Impact Health Centers Decatur, GA 2017-2018 Program Manager / Medical Case Manager

Supervised a team of Community Health Workers implementing supportive services to an Aids Service Delivery Model. Provided budgetary and other key performance indicator reporting to designated funding source (National Association of County and City Officials). Provided medical case management services to identified patients per guidelines established by HRSA/Ryan White and the Metropolitan Atlanta HIV Health Services Planning Council. Care4All Children Services Duluth, GA 2017-2017

Recruiter and Licensing / Training Coordinator

Networked agency among local community leaders, businesses, and organizations to gain partnerships in recruiting therapeutic foster families. Completed home study assessments, motivational interviews, and quality assurance measures to license homes for therapeutic foster care. Completed trauma informed care training and education with potential foster parents during the licensure process.

Bethany Christian Services Atlanta, GA 2015-2016

Adoption Specialist/Intern

Facilitated international and domestic adoptions with families by completing home study interviews and individual interviews using the SAFE Home Study Model. Completed ADOPTS

(address distress of post-traumatic stress) group therapy with children ages 5-9 experiencing effects of trauma and anxiety. Provided on call pregnancy counseling services and made adoption plans with birth-families, as well as coordinated interim care for adoptees following discharge.

Crossroads Hospice Tucker, GA 2014-2015

Hospice Social Work Intern

Conducted intake assessments for patients coming onto service, as well as met with caretakers, living assistance staff, and medical team on behalf of patient. Performed comprehensive evaluations including site visits and follow-up calls to assess social service needs. 8

Fusion Health Johns Creek, GA 2010-2017

Account Manager and Treatment Manager

Managed three major client account contracts including sleep management services for over 700 patients. Conducted client negotiations regarding program roll-out and contract details. Built client reporting process using data analytics of patient compliance and testimonials to highlight program benefits and program expansion. Provided therapeutic support to patients overcoming medical, technical, and behavioral barriers to Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) therapy. Awards & Affiliations:

Tri Alpha Honors Society 2022-current

University of Georgia

Doctoral Fellow, SREB Doctoral Scholars Program 2021-current Southern Regional Education Board

($60,000 over 3 years)

DNA Bridge Consortium 2022-current

Role: Advisor

Advise as a member of a consortium of scientists and human rights experts working to enable and promote the ethical and secure use of DNA data to reunify families separated by armed conflicts, political repression, immigration, climate change, and disasters. Diane C. Davidson Graduate Fellowship 2022-2023

University of Georgia Graduate School

($4,500 – on-time)

Society of Social Work Research 2021-current

Member

Council of Social Work Education 2021- current

Member

Doctoral Program Committee 2020-2022

Elected position

Worked with committee members to create and host the UGA School of Social Work’s first

“Research in Action Colloquium,” highlighting current research being conducting within the school with the school of Social Work community. Initiated and co-facilitated the School of Social Work’s first “Virtual Happy Hour” for PhD students in response to social distancing restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Phi Alpha Honors Society 2011-2013

Georgia Perimeter College

Licensure:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - GA 2017-current MSW007747

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