Children's System of Care Manager, Children's Behavioral Health Ombudsman
Alisa Surenskaya, MSW, has over 12 years of progressive experience in the non-profit sector and 4 years in corporate environments. She specializes in cross-system collaboration across child welfare, behavioral health, criminal justice, and prevention services. With a background in policy and non-profit leadership, Alisa has led multidisciplinary teams, strengthened program performance through data-informed strategies, and driven improvements in service delivery and contract compliance. As the Children’s System of Care Manager at Thriving Mind in Miami, she leads efforts to coordinate services for children and families, enhance interagency collaboration, and ensure behavioral health needs are met across systems. Alisa brings a track record of public speaking, board service, and strategic planning rooted in equity and evidence-based practice.