Canopy Children’s Solutions (Canopy) proudly introduces Kim Jordan, MHSA, BSN, RN, CEN, as the new Program Director for the CARES Center psychiatric residential treatment facility in Jackson.
In the role of Program Director, Jordan oversees day-to-day operations of the CARES Center, which encompasses two campuses and serves up to a total of 60 children ages six to 17. She works alongside other CARES Center leaders and supervisors to develop programming, address challenges, and ensure the children of the CARES Center are receiving care that meets the individual needs of each child served.
Jordan joined Canopy in June 2017 as the Director of Nursing where she managed nursing staff for Canopy’s CARES Center. Prior to joining the organization, Jordan was a full-time emergency room nurse for more than a decade. She accredits this experience with equipping her with critical thinking and organizational skills and the ability to be flexible in serving needs as they arise.
An alumna of Mississippi College, Jordan received her Bachelor of Nursing degree in 2004 and is board certified in Emergency Medicine. Jordan completed her master’s in Healthcare Administration in 2018 from Mississippi College.
Jordan was born and raised in Brookhaven, where she and her family of four reside today. Away from work, she enjoys using her organizational skills to plan adventures and travel.
ABOUT CANOPY CHILDREN’S SOLUTIONS: Canopy Children’s Solutions (Canopy) offers an array of behavioral health, educational and social service solutions to children and families throughout Mississippi. For more information about programs offered through Canopy, please visit mycanopy.org or call 800-388-6247.