Jessica Burns, Cala, Chha
About Jessica Burns, Cala, Chha
Jessica Burns serves as the Assisted Living Director at Brightview Senior Living in Woodbury, New Jersey, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in senior care and management, having held various roles in the field since 2004.
Current Role at Brightview Senior Living
Jessica Burns has served as the Assisted Living Director at Brightview Senior Living since 2017. In this role, she manages a team of over 15 nursing care staff, ensuring quality care for up to 60 Assisted Living residents. Her responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, facilitating mandatory in-service trainings for associates, and providing on-call support for resident care needs. Her leadership contributes to the overall well-being of residents in the Woodbury, New Jersey location.
Previous Experience in Assisted Living
Prior to her current position, Jessica Burns worked at Chelsea Senior Living, first as a Recreation Assistant for two months in 2015 and then as an Assisted Living Manager from 2016 to 2017. In these roles, she gained valuable experience in resident engagement and management, which has informed her current practices in assisted living care.
Background in Medical Management
Jessica has a background in medical management, having worked as a Medical Management Specialist I at Amerigroup from 2014 to 2016. This role provided her with insights into healthcare processes and patient management, enhancing her skills in overseeing resident care in assisted living settings.
Education and Certifications
Jessica Burns earned her Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Rowan University, studying from 1998 to 2002. She holds several relevant certifications, including NJ Assisted Living Administrator, NJ Certified Home Health Aide, and CPR. These qualifications support her expertise in managing assisted living facilities and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Early Career and Community Involvement
Jessica began her career in community service as a Youth Case Manager at Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen from 2004 to 2006. She also worked as Direct Support Staff at VisionQuest New Jersey from 2003 to 2004. These early roles laid the foundation for her commitment to supporting individuals in need and shaped her approach to care in her later positions.