Expertise:
Child welfare; Foster care
Education Degrees:
Seminar in Field Instruction, Columbia University (2003); Master's Degree in Social Work, Fordham University (2000); Bachelors of Arts in Human Services, Lehman College (1998)
Affiliations Awards:
National Association of Social Workers
Number Of Years In Profession:
13
Number Of Years In Current Position:
13
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the knowledge she gained from her managers.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her position after starting as a planner in a foster care center.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Gupton previously worked as social worker, supervisor, and director of foster care at Seaman's Society for Children and Families.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working on child welfare cases in the Brooklyn Family Court
Education Certifications:
Licensed Master Social Worker (2007)
Awards/Honors:
Alpha Kappa Delta Award, Lehman College, International Sociological Honor Society (1997)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Gupton hopes to become a certified paralegal.