Jen Taylor

Jen Taylor has been a part of the La Europa Academy team since 2016 and currently serves as the Healthcare Director. Over the years, La Europa has become much more than a workplace for Jen. She genuinely loves being part of a team that helps young people grow, heal, and discover their strengths.

Jen earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Capella University, giving her a strong foundation in human behavior, mental health, and emotional well-being. Her education, combined with her years of experience in healthcare and residential treatment, has shaped her understanding of the important connection between physical and emotional health.

As Healthcare Director, Jen provides leadership and oversight for La Europa’s healthcare department and is responsible for ensuring students receive consistent, well-coordinated medical care throughout their time in treatment. She leads healthcare processes and systems, coordinates medical and specialty care, oversees medication management practices, and works to ensure health and safety standards are maintained across the program. She collaborates closely with medical and psychiatric providers, therapists, dietitians, residential staff, leadership, and families to integrate each student’s healthcare needs into their overall treatment.

A meaningful part of Jen’s leadership role is creating strong communication and continuity between the many people involved in a student’s care. She values a collaborative approach, advocates for students and their individual needs, and supports her healthcare team in providing thoughtful, responsive care. She also enjoys helping adolescents better understand their health and learn to advocate for themselves.

Outside of La Europa, Jen is happiest spending time with her family and her French Bulldogs.