Annika Hansen

Director of Staff Development

Walnut Creek, California, United States

About

Hello there! My name is Annika ...just like harmonica As a dedicated professional in the mental health field I am driven by enthusiasm, compassion, and facilitating recovery. I thrive in environments fueled by kindness, where innovative approaches and compassionate care converge. I enjoy contributing to the ongoing dialogue surrounding mental health and recovery. Through continuous learning and commitment to personal growth I strive to remain at the forefront of advancements in the field. I am happy to connect with like-minded professionals who share a vision of enhancing the mental health field and promoting positive change.

Experience

  • Director of Staff Development at Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.
    Mar 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

    Committed to fostering a positive and supportive work environment in an Adult Residential Facility. Education of person served and staff, adhering to licensing requirements and adjusting to needs of facility. Certifications: Professional Assault Crisis Instructor Red Cross Instructor

  • Service Coordinator at Redwood Coast Regional Center
    Jan 2023 - Oct 2023 · 10 mos

    Provide support to clients, family members, and/or guardians/conservators regarding developmental disabilities, services, and supports to assist the client/family to achieve their desired goals and objectives. Collaborate with and/or consult with agency or external multi-disciplinary resources to assist clients in identifying their needs and determining plans to meet their needs. Provide advocacy as appropriate to ensure the rights of the client on the caseload are fully protected including, legal, civil, and administrative rights to persons with developmental disabilities

  • Shelter Monitor at The Jesus Center
    May 2022 - Oct 2022 · 6 mos

    Support and provide support and crisis intervention through trauma-informed care. Ensure the privacy and safety of occupants by not confirming identity of other guests, and by not allowing anyone other than occupants, staff, case workers or law enforcement on the premises. Complete shadowing tasks as assigned when new team members join the staff team. Maintain positive, supportive and respectful occupant relations.

  • Activities Director at The Hignell Companies
    Mar 2021 - May 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos

    Facilitation of activities to meet residents spiritual, social, physical, and emotional needs. Created activities full of fun and creativity! Responsible for planning and implementing programs of exercise, education, spiritual, and community outings. Prioritizing the well being of residents with mild to advanced memory loss, and adults with disabilities. Wrote, designed, and decorated monthly calendars, and newsletters. Responsible for adhering to the monthly budget. Managed an activities assistant.

  • Lead Farmers Market Sales at Pacific Culture
    Jan 2020 - Apr 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Organic Kombucha & Fermented Foods. Certified organic food production & excellent customer service skills at the Chico Certified farmers market. Start to finish with production, packaging, and sales.