Kristen Chalmers

Kristen Chalmers is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at Roberts Wesleyan University, affiliated with the Department of Social Work within the College of Social Work. She has been actively teaching in both the BSW and MSW programs since 2010, including a specialized two-year teaching initiative for Ultra-Orthodox Jewish women in Brooklyn, NY.

Her research and professional focus lies at the intersection of occupational health, workplace well-being, and the integration of faith in social work practice. She is deeply committed to promoting resilience, addressing workplace stress, and preventing workplace bullying, particularly in healthcare and educational settings. Her work extends into community engagement through partnerships, boards, and coalitions at local, regional, and state levels.

The available publication and presentation record shows a strong trend toward applied occupational health interventions, particularly in high-stress professions such as nursing and teaching. Her work emphasizes practical training, communication, and resilience-building strategies grounded in both social work principles and spiritual well-being.

Kristen holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Roberts Wesleyan University and a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from SUNY Brockport. She has extensive experience in both academic instruction and direct social work practice, particularly in occupational health settings spanning over a decade. She has advised on field instruction and integrates practice-based learning into her curriculum.

She has presented at various institutions and professional forums, including the University of Rochester, the Department of Health, and labor unions such as the International Union of Operating Engineers. Her community collaborations include initiatives like the Work Stress and Resilience Series for Teachers through the Occupational Health Clinical Center.