Marly Jourdain, MPA
Program Coordinator

Marly Jourdain began her career in the Social Service Field 22 years ago. Ms. Jourdain began her primary career path in the child welfare system for over 10 years. Later, she ran two Homeless Outreach programs in Brooklyn and Queens, in which she was responsible for identifying unsheltered homeless neighbors through direct street outreach activities. Years later, Ms. Jourdain managed two Psychiatric programs; Behavioral Health / Care Coordination and Mobile Outreach programs, the services helped improved the mental, emotional, and physical health by addressing behaviors and provide support through therapy, medications, medication adherence, and other treatments for stability of the individuals. Thereafter, Ms. Jourdain went on to work as a Shelter Program Director for 9 years. She managed multiple shelters ranging from Single Adult Men, Families with Children, and Special population formerly known as sanctuary.

Ms. Jourdain graduated from Iona College with Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and later attained a Master’s in Public Administration. Ms. Jourdain actively participates in various leadership coursework to continue excelling in any role she acquires. Ms. Jourdain enjoy a workplace learning culture that encourages continued learning, and guidance to others so they can excel in their role professionally. Ms. Jourdain believes in guiding teams to lead from the inside out. By guiding the team, they will create a space where personal transformation sparks organizational change for excellence.