Dillon is a registered social worker with nearly 20 years of professional experience in community mental health, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Her practice is grounded in ethical, trauma-informed social work and focuses on integrating human and animal wellbeing within interdisciplinary settings. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from McMaster University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto, along with advanced certifications in trauma recovery, veterinary social work, and pet loss and bereavement. Dillon holds leadership roles within professional organizations, including standing Vice President of the International Association of Veterinary Social Work, and has received provincial recognition for her contributions to the profession of social work. She is the Director of Social Work at Toronto Humane Society, leading embedded social work practice within the animal welfare and veterinary space.