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