As the Director of Family Engagement and Support, Ellen strives to bring caregiver voice and perspective into all aspects of the Manville School, as well as build a supportive community for Manville caregivers. For the past 12 years Ellen has worked with children and families as a member of the clinical department at Manville. Ellen first came to Manville as a clinical intern before joining the staff as a full-time clinician. Ellen served as a clinical coordinator before moving into her current role. Prior to Manville, Ellen worked in outdoor education with the organization Outward Bound. Her work there with at-risk youth and their families inspired her to enter Boston University’s dual degree program in Social Work and Special Education. Ellen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and is fluent in Spanish.