Adjunct Faculty
Our Adjunct Faculty are seasoned community practitioners who bring specialized knowledge and experience to the special topics courses that they teach.
Rose Molina, LICSW, NCSSW Rose Molina is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Nationally Certified School Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in clinical practice, school social work, and higher education. Recognized as the 2022 NASW Rhode Island School Social Worker of the Year, Rose is a dedicated advocate for trauma-informed and inclusive educational practices. She has supervised BSW and MSW interns across more than 10 universities and has held leadership roles including Lead School Social Worker and Director of Social Emotional Supports. Rose brings a wealth of experience in behavioral intervention, crisis management, and mental health training to her teaching, having also co-founded two community-based mental health practices. She is certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention, Mental Health First Aid, and Autism Education, and is fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language. Ms. Molina teaches SWK 101.002 for spring ’25.
Jennifer Quenes is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with extensive experience in trauma-informed care, school-based mental health, and culturally responsive practices. She holds a Master of Social Work with a clinical concentration and is fluent in both English and Spanish, with proficiency in French—allowing her to effectively serve diverse populations across a variety of clinical and educational settings.
A proud Providence College alumna, Jennifer graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and double minors in Spanish and French, reflecting her commitment to both academic excellence and cultural competence.
Jennifer currently works in a diverse secondary school environment that specializes in the performing arts and serves students from a wide range of backgrounds. Many of the students identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community, are multilingual learners, or are newcomers to the United States seeking refuge. The school also supports youth from economically disadvantaged households, further highlighting the importance of inclusive, equitable, and trauma-informed care. In this role, Jennifer provides direct social-emotional instruction, crisis intervention, and individualized mental health supports. She develops and monitors behavioral goals, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and advocates for student needs through tailored accommodations and service planning.
Previously, Jennifer managed a school-based therapeutic program where she provided individual therapy, conducted risk assessments, supported staff with behavioral consultation, and engaged families in treatment planning. She has also worked in both outpatient and inpatient settings, delivering counseling services, facilitating groups, and supporting youth with complex emotional and behavioral challenges.
Beyond her clinical work, Jennifer actively contributes to community wellness initiatives. She partnered with a former Providence College professor to become a certified facilitator of Stronger Together, a mental health awareness workshop designed to promote emotional well-being and reduce stigma within communities. She has also been involved in developing and supporting other community-based mental health programs aimed at increasing access, education, and culturally relevant care.
Her clinical style is rooted in empathy, equity, and empowerment. She integrates evidence-based strategies, cultural humility, and family engagement into her practice. Jennifer is certified in trauma-focused interventions, mental health first aid, and inclusive healthcare practices, and has led numerous trainings on mental health, behavior management, and social-emotional development.
Jennifer is excited to return to her alma mater as an adjunct faculty member and looks forward to working with students in the Social Work 220.002 course during the upcoming fall semester.
