Interview with Jessica Pryce, PhD, MSW - Former Child Protective Services Caseworker Turned Researcher & Author

I'm so excited about this podcast episode! Jessica Pryce, MSW, PhD is someone I know in real life. I had the honor of working under her leadership a few years ago. Her career story is awe-inspiring and one I talk about often because it is a true testament that your frontline work can create larger opportunities for you. For the past 10 years, she has worked on multiple levels of the child welfare system (direct practice, teaching, training, policy, research, and consulting).  She has published research on child welfare-related topics, such as training and education, racial disparity, and anti-poverty practices.  💡 Her TED Talk on Implicit Racial Bias in Decision Making has over 1.3 million views. #checkitout @ted  Dr. Pryce has worked on the frontlines of child welfare, conducted primary research, been a policy advisor to the Florida legislature, and taught graduate-level courses in child welfare. She has recently authored a book due to be released in March 2024, “Transforming Child Protective Services—Notes of a Former Caseworker.” In the book, she breaks down the child welfare system from the inside out, sharing her professional journey and offering the crucial perspectives of caseworkers and Black women impacted by the system.  Be sure to connect with Dr. Pryce by visiting her website: https://jessicaprycephd.com/ Happy macro career planning, Marthea Pitts, MSW To access anything I shared during this episode, visit my website: macroandpaid.com, and be sure to grab my free e-course.