Janine Richards
LICSW
"What I love about SYS is that it is an agency full of hope and opportunity."
Janine joined SYS in 2023 as the Director of Program Development. Janine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Janine received her BA in Political Science and Master's in Social Work from the University of New Hampshire. Janine additionally attended Southern New Hampshire University, where she obtained a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in District Leadership. Janine joins SYS after being employed as a school social worker and Director of Staff and Student Wellness in the Hampton, Seabrook and Concord School Districts over the past decade-plus. Janine's experience in school-based interventions, understanding of complex family structures and dynamics, and deep knowledge of trauma-informed care will pair well with the work at SYS.
Janine is from a small NH town but has called the Seacoast home since her days at UNH. When not at SYS, Janine enjoys exploring new places with her family and trying to keep up with her kids, husband, and rambunctious yellow lab.
"What I love about SYS is that it is an agency full of hope and opportunity. The programs offered at SYS have grown to meet the high community demand and will continue to do so to ensure our work remains impactful for our region. Being part of an agency with innovation and new ideas and the dedication to staying true to its mission of 'whatever it takes' makes me incredibly proud."
