Carolina Health Centers, Inc.
Jessica Harkins Jacobs has a diverse work experience that spans across various industries and roles. Jessica most recently worked as the Director of Behavioral Health at Carolina Health Centers, Inc. starting in September 2019. Prior to this, they worked at the Mental Health Association, Inc. where they held multiple roles including Accreditation Consultant, Lead Clinical Case Coordinator, and Clinical Case Coordinator from 2016 to 2019.
In 2018, Jessica served as a Mental Health Counselor at the Hampden County Sheriff's Department. Jessica also worked as a Family Support Worker at Clinical & Support Options, Inc. from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, they gained experience as a Key Holder at Helzberg Diamonds in 2014, a Motorclothes Sales Lead at Pig Trail Harley-Davidson/Buell in 2013, and a Job Coach at Hocking. Athens. Perry Community Action in 2012.
Their work experience began in 2009 at Denison University, where they worked as a Strength & Conditioning Student Coach until 2012.
Jessica Harkins Jacobs holds a Master of Arts degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling, which they obtained from Westfield State University between 2016 and 2019. Prior to that, they pursued their Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Denison University from 2008 to 2012. In addition to their formal education, Jessica obtained a certification as a Certified Grief Educator from David Kessler + grief.com in February 2023.
Carolina Health Centers, Inc.
Carolina Health Centers, Inc. (CHC), formerly MEGALS Rural Health Association, was formed by a group of interested citizens. CHC became chartered in South Carolina in June of 1977, and over the years, the corporation has grown to its current size. We now provide services in thirteen locations throughout our seven-county service area. CHC has a staff of over 250 employees, including thirty healthcare providers (family practice physicians, pediatricians, and nurse practitioners). CHC locations accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Our centers offer an income-based, sliding fee discount program for eligible patients. It is our mission to provide primary care and patient support services to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life throughout the communities we serve. We strive to remove barriers to health care and provide our communities with patient-centered medical homes. We are your medical home, right here at home!