Yolanda Jordan, MSW, LCSW , is a highly seasoned practitioner with over 32 years in child welfare service. Ms. Jordan has worked in various positions within child welfare, including case management, clinical services, and the juvenile court. She also has been a supervisor and manager for foster care placement teams. Ms. Jordan received a departmental award, Outstanding Child Welfare Administrator, and recognition from NASW-IL-Calumet District (Emerging Leader Award, Social Worker of the Year). She is a licensed clinical social worker and private practitioner serving children, families, and couples. Ms. Jordan is currently a Program Manager for Cook County Agency Performance in Illinois,… where she manages supervisors, provides direction for clinical competency, community and inter-agency relationship building, professional development, and program improvement through measurable outcomes.