JASAIRA (SARA) BEEKS
Boise
Summary
Health Access Manager with extensive experience in program management and community outreach. Proven expertise in grant support and data reporting, driving collaboration among stakeholders to improve access for underserved populations. Strong commitment to patient advocacy and delivering measurable health outcomes through strategic initiatives. Holds a Bachelor’s in Health Studies and a Business Bridge to Careers certificate from Boise State University.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Health Access Programs
Idaho Community Health Center Association
Boise
09.2024 - Current
- Lead statewide health access initiatives supporting community health centers and underserved populations
- Provide technical assistance, training, and program guidance to outreach and enrollment teams
- Oversee grant-funded programs and support implementation of social determinants of health strategies
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve access, compliance, and program outcomes
Patient Navigator Lead
Terry Reilly Health Services
Nampa
04.2021 - 09.2024
- Led patient navigation services connecting patients to healthcare coverage and community resources
- Ensured compliance with reporting requirements and audited enrollments for policy adherence
- Managed patient assistance fund programs and supported grant applications and reporting
- Built community partnerships and trained and mentored new staff
- Created and analyzed monthly reports to track trends and outcomes
Communications and Outreach Intern
Idaho Rural Partnership
Boise
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Supported thedevelopment of statewide resource networks for rural communities.
- Participated in rural development meetings and community listening sessions.
- Assisted with outreach campaigns and fundraising initiatives.
- Evaluated surveys and data to assess resource gaps and allocation needs in rural areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Touchmark
Vancouver
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living in a residential care setting
- Monitored vital signs and observed changes in patient condition, reporting to nursing staff
- Supported patient dignity, comfort, and safety while maintaining compliance with care standards
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to support quality patient outcomes
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
Eastern Washington University
05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
Boise State University
05-2021
Skills
- Community Outreach
- Program Management
- Grant Support
- Data Reporting
- Staff Training
- Patient Advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Stakeholder collaboration
Certification
- SHIBA Certified Medicare Counselor
- SafeTalk Instructor
- Your Health Idaho Consumer Connector
- CPR/AED/First Aid
- Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Adult & Youth)
Timeline
Manager of Health Access Programs
Idaho Community Health Center Association
09.2024 - Current
Patient Navigator Lead
Terry Reilly Health Services
04.2021 - 09.2024
Communications and Outreach Intern
Idaho Rural Partnership
01.2021 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Touchmark
04.2018 - 06.2020
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
Boise State University