Barb Halvorson

Barb Halvorson has extensive experience in mental health and social services, currently serving as a Clinical Liaison for the Gila River Indian Community since November 2016, focusing on case management. Previous roles include Family Support Coordinator at UMOM, supervising a team that assisted homeless families, and Clinical Coordinator positions at the PEOPLE OF COLOR NETWORK, overseeing supportive teams for individuals with serious mental illness. Barb's career began in crisis intervention as a Crisis Specialist with the Crisis Response Network and included significant contributions as a Discharge Coordinator at Valley Hospital, where meticulous documentation practices were emphasized. Educationally, Barb holds multiple advanced degrees from Ottawa University, along with a B.A. in Human Services and an AAS in Law Enforcement from Alexandria Vo Technical Institute. Notably, Barb's past position as Director for Community Caring for Families involved leading a successful outreach program that garnered substantial donations for mental health agencies.