Chc Larissa Olson Lsw

Larissa Olson, CHC, LSW has a diverse work experience in the healthcare and disabilities field. Larissa worked at the DuPage County Health Department from 2013, where they held various roles including Assistant Director of Compliance and Risk Management, Quality and Compliance Manager, Accreditation and Compliance Coordinator, and Acting Assistant Director of Performance Improvement. At the health department, Larissa managed teams, led quality improvement initiatives, ensured regulatory compliance, and served as the HIPAA Privacy Officer.

Prior to their role at the health department, Larissa worked at Countryside Association for People with Disabilities as a Training and Quality Assurance Coordinator from 2008 to 2013. Larissa also held the position of Quality Enhancement Manager at Little Friends, Inc. from 2005 to 2008, where they focused on improving the quality of services provided to individuals with disabilities.

Larissa's work experience also includes an internship at the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission as a State Guardian Representative from 2004 to 2005. In this role, they managed a caseload of individuals with disabilities and conducted home and vocational visits. Additionally, Larissa interned at Little City Foundation as a Behavioral Therapist from 2003 to 2004, where they provided therapy to children with developmental disabilities and co-led an anger management group.

Overall, Larissa Olson has a strong background in healthcare management, compliance, quality improvement, disabilities advocacy, and behavioral therapy.

Larissa Olson, CHC, LSW has a strong educational background in social work and psychology. Larissa obtained a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree with a focus on Community and Administrative Practice from Jane Addams College of Social Work at UIC. Prior to this, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology from Illinois Wesleyan University.

In addition to their degrees, Larissa has also obtained several certifications. Larissa is certified as a Health Care Compliance Professional (CHC) by the Compliance Certification Board (CCB). Larissa is also a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Illinois. Furthermore, Larissa holds certifications in Building Expertise in Administration and Management from the University of Miami, as well as being a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional certified by the State of Illinois.

Larissa has also acquired skills in crisis intervention and emergency response as a Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor certified by the Crisis Prevention Institute. Additionally, they are qualified as a CPR/First Aid Instructor by the American Red Cross.

Overall, Larissa Olson, CHC, LSW possesses a comprehensive education history and a diverse range of certifications that greatly contribute to their expertise in social work and healthcare compliance.