Bristol resident Raven Cody has been appointed youth and family coordinator, it was announced by the City of Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services (BPRYCS) Department recently.

“As a Bristol resident, I am excited to apply my education in social work along with my passion for working with youth and families to best serve our community,” said Cody in the release announcing her appointment.

The Youth and Family Coordinator provides casework services including counseling, guidance, outreach and crisis intervention to young people and their families, as well as providing essential youth development programs throughout the year.

The Bristol resident will assume her position with BPRYCS on Monday, June 12, with an annual starting salary of $64,333.

”She is incredibly enthusiastic, outgoing and genuine,” said BPRYCS Superintendent Dr. Joshua Medeiros in the release.

Cody has worked with youth and families in a variety of roles over the past seven years including summer camp head counselor in Wolcott, substitute teacher and child welfare intern with the Department of Children and Families in New Britain.

The Bristol resident’s most recent work experience was a social work internship at Mountain View Elementary School where she facilitated group sessions and conducted case management.

Cody holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Central Connecticut State University as well as a master’s degree in social work from Southern Connecticut State University. 

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