Jessica Sanchez

• Social Worker Specialist

Jessica Sanchez, MSW, earned a Master’s in Social Work with a concentration in Integrated Health from Cal State University, Long Beach. Jessica is the lead case manager for the rental assistance program at the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy. As a lead, Jessica serves as a liaison among partner agencies and case managers to process rental assistance applications. Jessica has 7 years of experience working with the low-income, uninsured, and underserved community of Costa Mesa and its surrounding areas. Through the provision of case management services, Jessica has been able to assess and address the needs of individuals and families by providing them with internal and external linkages to programs, services, and resources. Jessica believes that it’s important to serve individuals with compassion, empathy, and respect. Jessica is fluent in both English and Spanish.