Michelle K. Anders has over 20 years of experience in human services, supporting at-risk youth and families through case management, legal advocacy, counseling, and resource coordination. She currently works as a case manager, managing a diverse caseload and connecting homeless veterans with mental health services and housing resources. Previously she was an instructor teaching criminal justice and a deputy probation officer supervising minors and adults and facilitating interventions. She has a master's degree in criminal justice administration and a bachelor's degree in behavioral science.
1. Michelle K. Anders
Gardena, CA | 310.961.8762 | Michelle-Ozoemena@att.net
Human Services Professional
Compassionate anddrivenHumanServicesProfessionalwithmorethan20yearsof experience supportingat-riskyouth
and families, social justice initiatives, and rehabilitation services within the community. Demonstrated history of
developing evidence-based case plans in collaboration with diverse clinical teams. Expertise in legal advocacy, case
management,individual andgroupcounseling,andresource coordinationforclients.Additionalbackgroundintraining
and instruction for industry colleagues.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Case Management | Client Advocacy | Legal Supports | Rehabilitation Services | Community Outreach
Evidence-Based Case Planning | Interpersonal Communications | At-Risk Youth Engagement | Family Assistance
Individual and Group Counseling | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Training and Instruction | Supervision
EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
WEINGART CENTER ASSOCIATION 2016 – Present
Case Manager
Manage diverse caseload of clients for homeless veterans’ association, including providing mental health and
counselingservicesandconnectingclientswithresourcesforhousing.Conductintake assessmentstodetermineclient
needs and goals. Maintain detailed records and documents in adherence with confidentiality guidelines. Design
individualized case plans and collaborate with cross-functional team on progress monitoring and adjustments.
Facilitated groups for clients to support independence and life skills based on current program needs.
Integrated technology into daily operations to ensure consistency of reporting and ease of access to data.
EVEREST COLLEGE 2013 – 2014
Instructor – Criminal Justice
Developedqualitylessonplansandprovidedclassroominstructiontoundergraduate studentsinthe area of criminal
justice. Maintainedattendance data and grades, as well as provided regular progress updates to studentsto ensure
ongoingopportunitiesforimprovement.Ensuredalignmentof lessonplanswithorganizational andcurriculum goals.
Served in additional role as student mentor and counselor, supporting growth of all students.
Developed and managed various programs within the department to encourage student engagement.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY PROBATION 1987 – 2012
Deputy Probation Officer
Supervised caseload of minors and adults placed by court system, including monitoring compliance with court
agreements and legal requirements. Facilitated a variety of interventions based on client needs. Conducted random
drug testsas determinedbyprobationcontracts.Generatedmonthlystatistical reportsandothercase documentsas
needed. Communicated regularly with court personnel and law enforcement.
Created and led career development workshops to improve clients’ independence.
CollaboratedwithCommunityResourcesteamonensuringaccesstocommunityservicesforat-riskyouthand
their families.
Promoted multiple times during tenure, starting career as Detention Service Officer before transfer to
Probation Department.
Career Note: Additional experience as Youth Counselor for Optimist Boys’ Home and Team Leader for Hillsides Home
for Children, serving at-risk youth and managing programs within residential settings.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Master of Arts, In Administration of Criminal Justice University of Phoenix
Bachelors of Science in Behavioral Science National University