She has over 17 years of experience in direct practice and supervision working with children and families, and has held multiple supervisory level positions in child welfare and children mental health. Dr. Otuyelu is a member of several child welfare and children’s mental health councils in New York City, and continues to work collaboratively with NYC-Administration for Children’s Services towards improving child well-being and staff competencies. In 2014, she received the NASW-NYC Social Work Image Award in Direct Practice.