Jennifer Larson
SLC,UT
Summary
Compassionate Case Manager experienced in varied environments. Hardworking and dedicated to achieving desired case outcomes. Offers excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution and communication abilities.
Experienced in providing peer support and crisis intervention with strong skills in active listening, problem-solving, and collaboration. Proven ability to facilitate empowerment and advocate for individuals navigating mental health challenges. Eager to leverage these abilities in a new role to support team goals and foster recovery.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
Utah Case Management
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinated client assessments to develop comprehensive service plans
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care strategies as needed
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective service delivery
CPSS
Odyssey House
12.2024 - Current
- I use my lived experience in Recovery to provide support, role-model hope, and advocate for others with mental health or substance use challenges.
- Key responsibilities include building rapport, facilitating goal setting, teaching self-advocacy and coping skills, assisting with navigating community resources, and supporting recovery principles.
- Core roles and responsibilities:
- Provide peer support with offering hope, guidance and encouragement.
- Role-model recovery
- Build relationships
- Facilitate empowerment
- Navigate community resources
- Support goal-setting
- Advocate for individuals
- Provide crisis support
- Support community engagement
- Maintain documentation
- Educate on recovery
BHT
Odyssey House
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring a safe environment, and assisting with daily tasks for individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse issues.
- Recorded observations and report any concerns to supervisors.
- Provided emotional support and serve as a positive role model.
- Helped de-escalate crises and intervene during emergencies.
BHT
Odyssey House
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided direct support to adolescent clients.
- Implementing treatment plans, monitoring their behavior and well-being, and assisting with daily living activities.
- Documenting progress and facilitating group activities.
- Ensure a safe environment by de-escalating situations, and intervening in crises.
- Collaborate with a team.
Elementary School Teacher
Granite School District
08.2003 - 08.2008
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster student curiosity and enhance learning outcomes.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote academic growth.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that encouraged collaboration, respect, and effective communication among students.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to support individual academic development.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address any concerns effectively.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance interactive learning experiences for students.
- Led extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership skills, and community involvement among students.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences as needed to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Developed lesson plans and utilized instructional materials to provide individualized and small and large group instruction.
- Established clear expectations for student conduct in order to create a safe learning environment.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Designed meaningful assessments that accurately evaluated student understanding of material taught in class.
Reading Specialist
Granite School District
08.2007 - 08.2011
- Designed and implemented targeted reading interventions to enhance student literacy and comprehension skills.
- Collaborated with educators to develop customized lesson plans that align with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress through formal evaluations and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly.
- Conducted professional development workshops for teachers on effective reading instruction techniques.
- Established a positive learning environment that encouraged student engagement and motivation in reading activities.
- Monitored individual student performance and provided feedback to support continuous improvement in literacy skills.
- Fostered partnerships with parents to promote home literacy practices that support classroom learning initiatives.
- Facilitated small group instruction to target specific areas of need for struggling readers.
- Promoted positive attitudes towards reading by providing positive reinforcement throughout the learning process.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to ensure effective implementation of reading initiatives.
Elementary School Literacy Coach
Granite School District
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Developed and implemented literacy programs to enhance student engagement and reading proficiency.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student needs and tailor instructional strategies accordingly.
- Provided professional development workshops to equip educators with effective literacy teaching techniques.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and adjust curriculum for improved outcomes.
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment through regular feedback sessions with teaching staff.
- Designed resource materials that support diverse learning styles and promote literacy across grade levels.
- Engaged parents and community members in literacy initiatives to strengthen support networks for students.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT, US04-2000
No Degree - Reading
Utah State University
Logan, UT, USSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Client advocacy
- Multicultural sensitivity
Certification
Behavioral Health Case Management Certification
CPSS Certification
Timeline
Case Manager
Utah Case Management
12.2025 - Current
CPSS
Odyssey House
12.2024 - Current
BHT
Odyssey House
02.2024 - 12.2024
BHT
Odyssey House
02.2023 - 02.2024
Elementary School Literacy Coach
Granite School District
08.2011 - 02.2013
Reading Specialist
Granite School District
08.2007 - 08.2011
Elementary School Teacher
Granite School District
08.2003 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education
Utah Valley University
No Degree - Reading
Utah State University