Phoebe Cellitti

Phoebe Cellitti is a Lecturer in the Department of Social Work at Cal Poly Humboldt, with over 25 years of professional experience in Humboldt County. Her career includes roles in child welfare, adoption, and Indian child welfare, notably as a generalist social worker for the Yurok Tribe. She focuses on critical areas such as death and dying, social service program development, addiction, and strategies for preventing professional burnout through spirituality and self-care.

• Education: Master of Social Work (MSW)

Research Interests: Her work spans child welfare systems, cultural competency in tribal social work, end-of-life care, and sustainable practices for social worker well-being. She emphasizes program innovation and holistic approaches to professional resilience.

• Contact: Behavioral & Social Sciences, Room 450 | Phone: (707) 826-4438