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Gregg Richards, Executive Director - Gregg's responsibilities include overall management of the ODC including client service, staff supervision and development, and compliance with applicable licensing and regulatory requirements. Gregg is required to accomplish this work in ways compatible with and supportive of the organization's mission and strategic objectives as established by the Board of Directors. Gregg received his Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education from East Stroudsburg University. Gregg has been involved in the developmental disabilities field since 1992 and has previously worked as a residential support professional, a special education teacher, a team leader in an adult day re-habilitation facility and a crisis prevention and intervention instructor. Gregg enjoys playing music and has recorded several songs with clients over the years including, Life is Beautiful, with lyrics written and performed by a client on his Dynavox.
Contact: greggr@odcenter.org
Denise Parke, Production Manager - Denise's primary responsibility is to coordinate the production process; maintain, follow up and evaluate potential jobs; maintain a safe work environment; training and development of Center employees. Denise is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Environmental Health. She has been employed with ODC since 2007 as a Program Supervisor and is part of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
Contact: denisep@odcenter.org
Cheryl Kmiecik, Public Relations & Development Manager - Cheryl's responsibility is to increase the visibility of ODC by developing and maintaining working relationships with businesses and organizing fundraisers and special events, grant writing, and being an advocate for the ODC. She serves as a member of the ODC Safety, Health & Wellness Committee, Lancaster AMBUCS, as well as the Council for Volunteer Coordinators. Cheryl earned her bachelor's degree from Millersville University in Communications. Cheryl has volunteered for eight years with the Central Penn Piranha Football team and currently serves as their Director of Public Relations. She was inducted in the Hall of Fame for Minor League Football in the Class of 2011 for her efforts in public relations and marketing. Previous employment includes working as a restorative specialist at Conestoga View and as Safety Director & Residential Advisor at Acadia, Inc., a brain injury facility. She has been employed with the ODC since 2004.
Contact: cherylk@odcenter.org
Shelly Laity, Senior Program Specialist - Shelly's responsibilities include the development and implementation of Individualized Service Plans; coordination of services for new and existing participants; facilitating the admissions process for new applicants and supervision and training of employees, as well as overseeing and supporting the progress of each participant's long range vocational plans. She is also involved in the design and construction of adaptive equipment used at the Center. Shelly received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Kutztown University. She has been working in the developmental disabilities field since 2000. Shelly began working at ODC as a Program Supervisor. She was promoted to Program Specialist in 2007 and continued until June 2011, which she aquired her current position.
Contact: shellyl@odcenter.org
Melissa Sandrock, Program Specialist - Melissa's responsibilities include coordinating and supervising the training and development of the Center employees, overseeing development and implementation of program services and ensuring health and safety. She received her Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Gerontology from Messiah College. Previous employment includes work as a Care Manager at the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging. Melissa is also a board member and the Volunteer Director for Life Unchained, a nonprofit organization that funds dream projects within the community.
Contact: melissas@odcenter.org
Thomas T. Hodges, Program Specialist - Tom's responsibilities include coordinating and supervising the training and development of the Center's employees, overseeing development and implementation of program services and ensuring health and safety. He received a Liberal Arts/History degree from Penn State University and a Secondary Education/Social Studies degree from Slippery Rock University. Tom's previous work experience includes positions with Acadia, Inc., Goodwill Keystone Area and Lancaster County Mental Health/Mental Retardation/Early Intervention.
Contact: tomh@odcenter.org
Amanda Howard, Program Specialist - Amanda's responsibilities include coordinating and supervising the training and development of the Center's employees, overseeing development and implementation of program services and ensuring health and safety. She received a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Psychology from Penn State University. Previous work experience includes work as a Caseworker at the PA Department of Public Welfare and a Training Coordinator at Biolife Plasma Services. Amanda is also a volunteer Peer Reviewer for the PANO Standards of Excellence Program.
Contact: amandah@odcenter.org
Please contact us by e-mail, letter, phone or fax at:
Occupational Development Center
640 Martha Avenue
Lancaster PA,17601
Phone: (717) 397-4269
Fax: (717) 397-4260
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