Shana Althouse Lmsw, Qmhp

Shana Althouse, LMSW, QMHP, is a seasoned professional in the field of social work and healthcare staffing, currently serving as Franchise Owner at NEXTAFF since April 2024. With a wealth of experience, Shana has worked as a Social Worker with Social Work p.r.n. since September 2014 and as an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Kansas since June 2013, teaching courses in social policy and community practice. Previous roles include Medical Social Worker at the University of Kansas Medical Center and Shawnee Mission Health, as well as emergency room social worker positions at Truman Medical Centers and Shawnee Mission Health. Additionally, Shana has experience in crisis management, having served as an After Hours Crisis Clinician at Johnson County Mental Health Center. Shana's background includes a focus on homelessness prevention and grant program development at Kim Wilson Housing, Inc., and a brief candidacy for Kansas State Representative. Shana holds a Master's degree in Social Work from The University of Kansas and a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies & Human Services from Kansas State University.