Abby Longnecker has experience in social work, advocacy, and community support. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and has worked in internships providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and community resources. Her employment includes providing long-term care counseling and navigating services, assisting clients to access benefits, and managing a foster home. She has also held leadership roles as club president and volunteer coordinator.
H.V. Jenkins High School - 2010 Jefferson Awards Students In Action PresentationJefferson Awards
Students In Action is a national youth volunteer leadership, recognition and reward program, designed to pass the tradition of service on to the next generation.
Co-developed by Jefferson Awards for Public Service and Deloitte, it is now in over 250 High Schools.
Each spring, Student Leaders from the participating schools compete in regional competitions. They are asked to report on the implementation of the program, and the impact they've had, both in their schools and within their communities.
H.V. Jenkins High School - 2010 Jefferson Awards Students In Action PresentationJefferson Awards
Students In Action is a national youth volunteer leadership, recognition and reward program, designed to pass the tradition of service on to the next generation.
Co-developed by Jefferson Awards for Public Service and Deloitte, it is now in over 250 High Schools.
Each spring, Student Leaders from the participating schools compete in regional competitions. They are asked to report on the implementation of the program, and the impact they've had, both in their schools and within their communities.
1. Current Address:
2520 Hidden Valley Lane
Stillwater, MN 55082
Abby Longnecker
(651) 226-2156
abbylongnecker20@yahoo.com
Education and Recognition
Bemidji State University (BSU), Bemidji, MN
Bachelor of Science – Social Work May 2016
Dean’s List & Scholarship Recipient Fall of 2013- Spring 2015
License-State of Minnesota Board of Social Work April 2016
Internships
Anti-Violence Advocate, OutFront Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN January 2016-April 2016
• Crisis intervention/advocacy training-42 hours
• Received incoming crisis calls and provided peer counseling
• Systems advocacy in court, hospital, and community settings
• Provided resources, referrals, and education
Children, Youth, and Family Intern, Trinity Lutheran Church, Stillwater, MN May-August 2014
• Collaborated with other staff members to create events and execute them
• Managed office operations, including mail, filing, and developing computer skills
Employment Experience
Community Support Specialist, Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging, St. Paul, MN September 2016-Present
• Provide in-depth counseling and assistance to individuals about long-term care
options and benefits focused on system navigation and assistance
• Connect consumers to service providers and provide follow-up to ensure service delivery
• Identify signs, symptoms, and risk factors for maltreatment and report to county
Common Entry Point
• Building cooperative working relationships with local, state and federal stakeholders
Medical Case Manager, The Aliveness Project, Minneapolis, MN April 2016-August 2016
• Completed needs assessments to determine appropriate services and develop care plans
• Assisted clients in accessing benefits and services by providing education about
community resources
• Advocated for full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in all opportunities
within the community
• Complete documentation and reports to ensure eligibility, funding, and compliance
with state and agency policy
Resident Assistant, Eagles Landing Foster Home, Bemidji, MN September 2014-May 2015
• Quickly assessed situations and provided solutions for residents with disabilities
• Managed client records and assisted facility manager with client developmental goals
Volunteer & Leadership Experience
President, Rotaract Club, BSU, Bemidji, MN September 2012-Fall 2015
• Presenter at the International Rotarian Conference in 2013
• Organized fundraising efforts to benefit the community
• Coordinated Community Kick-off Event
Founder & President, Juliette Society, BSU Fall 2013-Fall 2015
• Established and facilitated monthly meetings and recruitment of new members
• Coordinated volunteer efforts with the Girl Scouts
• Created lesson plans for Girl Scout Troops (ie: first aid, nutrition, exercise.)
Participant, Tri-College University New Leadership Development Institute, Fargo, ND May 2015
• 5-day intensive program,40 participants selected from the Midwest region through application
• Developed leadership skills in public speaking, grant writing and political campaigning