Management
Our Leadership & Board of Directors
Our dedicated leadership team and Board of Directors guide St. John’s Community Health. Their diverse expertise and shared commitment to equity, access, and innovation help drive our mission forward.
Management
Jim Mangia, MPH – President & Chief Executive Officer Bio
Ernesto Barahona – Chief Strategy and Development Officer
Elizabeth Meisler – Chief Financial Officer
Ana Barahona – Chief Operations Officer
Maria Genie – Chief Administrative Officer
Sharon Correa – Chief Information Officer
Elena Fernandez, LCSW – Chief Program Officer
Sushant Bandarpalle – Chief Medical Officer
Michael Beral, DDS – Chief Dental Officer
Darryn Harris Chief Government Affairs & Community Relations Officer
Board Members
Lilia Garcia - Chairperson
Christopher Callahan - Vice Chairperson
Carmen Cole - Secretary
Lin Tien - Treasurer
Patricia Escamilla Gutierrez - Board Member
Cecilia Sibley - Board Member
William Dawe - Board Member
George Harris - Board Member
Jamal McCree - Board Member
Sandra Weathersby - Board Member
Leonor Guzman - Board Member
Juana Calel Ajanel - Board Member
Hector Ayon - Board Member
Martha Ortiz - Board Member
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Case Management
At St. John’s Community Health, we understand that health is about more than medical appointments. Our case management services are here to help you navigate life’s challenges and connect with the support you need to stay healthy, safe, and stable.
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CalAIM Care Management
At St. John’s Community Health, we’re proud to be a partner in California’s innovative CalAIM initiative—designed to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities by supporting the full picture of your health.
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Committed to Black Wellness and Health
At St. John’s Community Health, we are deeply committed to improving the health and well-being of Black communities across Los Angeles.
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Domestic Violence
At St. John’s Community Health, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone—and help is available.
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Harm Reduction Program
At St. John’s Community Health, we recognize that health and healing don’t always follow a straight path. Our Harm Reduction Program is rooted in compassion, dignity, and the belief that every person deserves access to life-saving care—no matter where they are in their journey.
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Legal Services Programs
At St. John’s Community Health, we understand that legal challenges can have a direct impact on your health and well-being. That’s why we connect patients with trusted legal partners to provide free, confidential support—right from our clinics.
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Community Outreach & Advocacy
At St. John’s Community Health, we believe care should meet people where they are. Through our robust outreach efforts, we connect individuals and families to essential services—right in their neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, shelters, and public spaces.
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RISE – Los Angeles Reentry Programs
At St. John’s Community Health, we believe everyone deserves a second chance—and the support to make it count. The RISE Reentry Program helps individuals returning home from incarceration rebuild their lives with dignity, connection, and care.