Tiina Lappalainen currently works as a Perheohjaaja at Pohjois-Savon hyvinvointialue since January 2023, with prior experience in a similar role at Kuopion kaupunki from February 2017 to January 2023, focusing on home support in accordance with child protection and social welfare laws. Tiina has also held positions as a Varhaiskasvatuksen opettaja and a participant in a 10-week internship as an Ohjaajaharjoittelija at Perhekoti Touhukallio Oy. Previous work experience includes roles as Toimistohenkilö at E. Valjakka and Asiakaspalvelija at Vakuutusyhtiö Pohjola. Education includes a Master's degree in Digitalisaation asiantuntija sosiaali- ja terveysalalla yamk and a Master’s degree in Hyvinvointikoordinaattorin tutkinto-ohjelma from Savonia University of Applied Sciences, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Social Work. Additionally, Tiina has pursued updating education in Early Childhood Education and Teaching, child aggression management, and has a background in Organizational communication and public relations.