Janelle Anhorn
Santa Cruz
Summary
Dedicated community liaison with a strong background in mental health support and service coordination. Skilled in effective communication and relationship building, developing care plans and conduct thorough assessments to support youth, individuals and families in need.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Specialist
Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz
09.2023 - Current
- Partnered with Mental Health Clinicians on the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT/MERTY) to evaluate assess youth in mental health crises.
- Provided comprehensive support and resources to the families ensuring their access to mental health services.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community organizations and agencies to expand available resources for families and youth.
- Conducted thorough assessments of family mental health needs, identifying areas requiring intervention or assistance.
- Increased awareness about available community resources through outreach initiatives targeting underserved populations.
Service Coordinator
San Andreas Regional Center
Watsonville
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
- Developed care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss client progress and service adjustments.
- Resolved client concerns by collaborating with team members and external partners.
- Monitored email and phone communication to provide prompt responses and solutions.
- Liaised between client and providers to keep parties fully informed.
Service Coordinator
Valley Mountain Regional Center
Stockton
11.2017 - 08.2021
- Coordinated services for youth with developmental disabilities and their families.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
- Developed care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss client progress and service adjustments.
- Resolved client concerns by collaborating with team members and external partners.
- Monitored email and phone communication to provide prompt responses and solutions.
- Liaised between client and providers to keep parties fully informed.
- Provided training and support to new staff on service coordination processes.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Human Development With Family Sciences
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2015
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health assessment
- Resource coordination
- Service documentation
- Data analysis
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Family advocacy
- Mental health awareness
Certification
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Family Specialist
Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County
09.2023 - Current
Service Coordinator
San Andreas Regional Center
09.2022 - 02.2023
Service Coordinator
Valley Mountain Regional Center
11.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Human Development With Family Sciences
Oregon State University