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Javona-Clark

Javona Clark, MSW
Case Manager Supervisor
Econolodge Men’s Shelter

Growing up with a grandmother and father who worked with the developmentally ill, Javona Clark developed a profound interest in work that involved helping families and individuals from vulnerable communities. Today, she has 20 years of experience working in the field of Social Services.

Ms. Clark was hired on January 24, 2021, as a Mental Health Counselor at Edwin’s Place, AAPCI’s first Supportive Housing location. There, Ms. Clark assisted single adults, (including those who were elderly) and families transition from living in the shelter to navigating life independently with support systems. Ms. Clark’s passion just doesn’t rest with advocating for the clients. Her efforts are also deeply focused upon ensuring her clients are well informed about options and resources available to persons living with mental health challenges. She makes certain that none of her clients move out of the residence without being fully aware of what actions and steps should be taken to improve their quality of life.

Additionally, Ms. Clark was the group facilitator for The Women’s Circle where she supported women in finding their voice, post-trauma, and also in learning coping skills as they navigate life and live more independently. Ms. Clark held the position for two years and seven months before getting promoted to Case Manager Supervisor and assuming her current position at the EconoLodge Men’s Shelter on September 9th, 2024.

Javona Clark received her Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2018. Two months after earning her degree, Ms. Clark began employment with Catholic Charities of Staten Island as a Case Worker for two of their Senior Centers. Ms. Clark was responsible for advocating for seniors and assisting her clients obtain and maintain benefits, entitlements, and referrals. Providing her senior clients with information and resources that ensure that they had the skills to develop and maintain a full quality of life was the foundation of her approach to delivering services.