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Janelle (JC) Roussel

Director of Clinical and Community Services

As the Director of Clinical and Community Services, JC is responsible for providing supervision and administrative oversight to six programs: Adoption, The Counseling Center, Kesher, Case Management, Partners in Care and the Food Pantry.

JC’s experience is in child and family welfare. Prior to working at JCS, JC was the Director of Quality Management at Saint Vincent’s. She was responsible for the agency’s overall quality assurance, specifically state licensing, COA Accreditation, and internal investigations. JC was the Project Manager for Saint Vincent’s strategic planning process. JC also worked for Lutheran Social Service for 13 years as the Senior Director of Adoption and Foster Care.

JC prides herself on her “approachability” as a leader and supervisor. She works collaboratively with staff and managers to ensure best practices are consistently being met.

JC received her undergrad (B.A.) and graduate degree (M.S.) in Administration of Justice from Salve Regina University.