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Michelle L. Jackson

Michelle L. Jackson

Los Angeles

Summary

Dynamic Community Outreach Manager with a proven track record at Project FoodBox, excelling in strategic partnerships and community engagement. Expert in implementing food as medicine programs, enhancing health outcomes for Medi-Cal members. Skilled in relationship management and public speaking, driving program utilization and access to care for vulnerable populations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Outreach Manager

Project FoodBox
Los Angeles
01.2024 - Current
  • CalAIM Food as Medicine provider serving Medi-Cal members with chronic health conditions.
  • Lead community outreach, partnership development, and program awareness initiatives for a CalAIM Food as Medicine provider serving Medi-Cal members with chronic health conditions.
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with hospitals, health plans, FQHCs, community-based organizations, senior centers, and care management teams.
  • Conduct presentations, community engagement events, and on-site enrollment activities to increase program utilization and member access.
  • Collaborate with clinical, operations, and leadership teams to support referral workflows, partner retention, and program expansion.
  • Coordinate community events, educational initiatives, and outreach campaigns across multiple California counties.
  • Support implementation of medically tailored nutrition programs designed to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare utilization.

Home Care Liaison / Account Manager

TheKey Home Care
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Consistently exceeded quarterly business development metrics while managing 20+ accounts.
  • Served as community liaison providing education on home care services and relationship development with referral partners.
  • Built strong relationships with community leaders and healthcare professionals to support client needs.
  • Facilitated educational programs for senior living communities, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and referral partners.

Ambassador / Community Liaison

Landmark Health
10.2018 - 10.2022

Supported a physician-led home-based medical practice serving medically complex Medicare and Medi-Cal populations.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Managed outreach efforts for a panel of 250–425 high-risk patients.
  • Completed over 125 patient home visits quarterly.
  • Helped improve patient engagement and access to care among vulnerable populations.
  • Connected patients with critical community resources including housing, transportation, social services, Medi-Cal benefits, and financial assistance programs.
  • Conducted diabetic retinopathy screenings and peripheral vascular disease assessments.
  • Provided education on healthcare services and resources, empowering patients to navigate their options.

Education

Associate Degree - Business Administration

West Los Angeles College

Medical Assisting Certification -

CSI Bryman College

Skills

  • Community outreach and engagement
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Relationship management
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Program implementation
  • Population health initiatives
  • Chronic disease management
  • Community health programs
  • Health equity initiatives
  • Care coordination
  • Food as medicine programs
  • CalAIM community supports
  • Healthcare operations

Achievements

• 20+ Years Healthcare Experience

• 10+ Years Community Outreach & Business Development Leadership

• Managed Relationships Across Hospitals, Health Plans, Community Organizations, and Government Agencies

• Supported Programs Serving More Than 1,100 Seniors Through MOCA Initiative

• Developed Strategic Partnerships Supporting CalAIM Community Supports and Food as Medicine Programs

• Extensive Experience Working with Medi-Cal, Medicare, Population Health, Care Management, and Health Equity Initiatives

Timeline

Community Outreach Manager

Project FoodBox
01.2024 - Current

Home Care Liaison / Account Manager

TheKey Home Care
11.2022 - 01.2024

Ambassador / Community Liaison

Landmark Health
10.2018 - 10.2022

Associate Degree - Business Administration

West Los Angeles College

Medical Assisting Certification -

CSI Bryman College
Michelle L. Jackson