Carrie Jackson

Carrie Jackson, MA, is an experienced program manager currently serving at the Will County Health Department and Community Health Center, focusing on resource coordination during the COVID-19 pandemic since July 2020. In this role, Carrie has assessed the needs of residents, coordinated support for those affected by COVID-19, managed alternative housing for the homeless, and collaborated with various organizations to address vaccine hesitancy and promote vaccination in underserved communities. Previously, Carrie held positions in sales and marketing, health and wellness instruction, special event planning, and public health education, contributing significantly to tobacco control initiatives and health promotion programs. Carrie holds a Master of Arts in Communication and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Eastern Illinois University.