MELISSA BLACK - DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Melissa Black as a full time direct care worker at the “Bradford” apartment sites.  Melissa enjoys taking her daughter to the park and spending time with her fiancé.   She comes to HSS with experience in caregiving.  Melissa will teach mentally ill clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, she teaches/assists with daily living skills, passes medications, and provides social skills training.  She is supervised by Site Manager Dawn Garner.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

SHERI BUETTNER - QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL (QMHP)

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce Sheri Buettner, as our new Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).  Sheri joined HSS on October 6 and holds a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from McKendree University.   Sheri resides in New Athens and enjoys spending time with family and visiting Chicago.  She comes to HSS with experience in the community mental health field.  Sheri will assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans for approximately 20 mentally ill residential clients.  She will be supervised by Tanya Durrer, RN.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

APRIL JONES - SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of April Jones as a new substance abuse counselor.   April joined HSS on August 25 and holds a Master’s of Counseling degree from Webster University.  Previously she worked in other mental health settings as a chemical dependency counselor, community support specialist, and case manager.  April and her family reside in Belleville.  She enjoys sewing, couponing, and swimming.  She will be providing substance abuse assessments, DUI evaluations, Level 1 groups, IOP groups, and individual counseling to clients needing substance abuse treatment.  April will be supervised by Clinical Director Julie Ruckman, LCSW.

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

SHEILA BRIICK - FULL TIME DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Sheila Briick from a part time to a full time direct care worker; she will be employed at the Hecker group homes.  She resides in Affton MO and enjoys reading, gardening, canning and visiting with family.  Sheila will teach developmentally delayed clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, she will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Margie Baum.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

 

TODD KREBEL - FACILITIES AND VEHICLES MANAGER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the addition of a new position to our Leadership Team:  Facilities and Vehicles Manager.  HSS oversees nine apartment buildings, two group homes and two administrative buildings.  In addition, there are 23 vehicles in our fleet.  HSS has hired Todd Krebel to oversee these assets.  Todd joined HSS on August 29.  Previously he worked at auto dealerships in the St Louis area as well as being an independent carpenter and electrician.  He had been in business management since 1999, has done fleet maintenance for ten years, and general construction since 1989.  Todd resides in Red Bud enjoys cooking and camping.  The Facilities and Vehicles Manager is responsible for the maintenance of all agency buildings and the HSS fleet of vehicles in order to ensure that all property is maintained in a safe and responsible manner.  As a member of the HSS Leadership Team, he joins Executive Director Robert Cole, Chief Financial Officer Susan L Harbaugh, HR Director Trisha Hoagland, Chief Program Officer Anne King, and Clinical Director Julie Ruckman.

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental

MICHELE BOWEN - SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Michele Bowen as our Supported Employment Coordinator. Michele joined HSS on August 11 and holds a BS in Education from Missouri Baptist University. Previously she worked at the Fox C-6 School District as a special education teacher. Michele and her family reside in Columbia and she enjoys watching baseball, football and hockey as well as reading, dancing and karaoke. She will be working with local businesses to assist clients in finding ideal jobs. Michele will be supervised by Day Training Supervisor, Debi Heck.

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities. HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services. Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable. For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.orgor become a friend on Facebook.


 

JOSEPHINE JUELFS - FULL TIME DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Josephine “Josie” Juelfs from a part time to a full time direct care worker; she will be employed at the Hecker group homes.  She resides in Wartburg and enjoys reading and spending time with her nephews; she holds a BA degree from McKendree University in religious studies.  Josie will teach developmentally delayed clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, she will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Margie Baum.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

JAMES SWEENEY - NEW CASE MANAGER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of James Sweeney as a new case manager.   James joined HSS on August 4 and holds a MSW from SIU-E.  Previously he worked at Big Brothers Big Sisters as a case manager.  James resides in O’Fallon and enjoys watching movies, playing soccer, fishing and working out.  He will be conducting intake assessments, providing crisis intervention services, and providing mental health services to individuals with case management and community support needs.  James will be supervised by Clinical Director Julie Ruckman, LCSW.

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

NOW HIRING PART-TIME WEEKENDS, $15/HOUR

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce with the soon-to-open Hecker group homes, it is adopting new staffing patterns.  Residential direct care staff members were given the option to move to Monday through Friday jobs.  This left weekend shifts which were transitioned to 12-hours shifts.  In the process, many new part time employees were hired and openings still remain.  Employees will teach developmentally delayed and mentally ill clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, they will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  The employees will be supervised by Site Managers Margie Baum, Dawn Garner or Bobbi Walters.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.  Interested in joining our team with $15 per hour weekend work?   Call Trisha at 939-4444 ext 212.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

 

CHARLES "CHUCK" COLLINS FULL TIME DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Charles “Chuck” Collins from a part time to a full time direct care worker at the “Bradford” apartment sites.  Chuck enjoys photography, motorsports, and cooking.  He received his B.S. in Psychology from the University of Illinois and has over 16 years of experience serving the social services field.  He teaches mentally ill clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, Chuck teaches/assists with daily living skills, passes medications, and provides social skills training.  He is supervised by Site Manager Dawn Garner.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

HSS NIGHT AT THE GATEWAY GRIZZLIES

It’s Human Support Services night at the Gateway Grizzlies!

Come out and join us for a night of baseball, food, fun and friends while supporting the important work of Human Support Services!

 

WHEN:     Wednesday, August 6 at 7:05 pm

WHERE:   Gateway Grizzlies Ballpark

                2301 Grizzlie Bear Blvd.

                Sauget, IL  62206

 WHO:       All clients, family members, staff, community members, and friends of Human Support Services

Tickets are just $10.00 each, and participants will receive a free t-shirt!

Please come to the front desk at HSS during business hours to purchase your tickets now, call 939-4444, or complete and mail in the form below.

Tickets must be purchased by July 23!

  

I would like to purchase _____ tickets at a cost of $10.00 each.

Enclosed is my check in the amount of _$____________.

Name: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­______________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________

 

T-shirt size (s):  ­___S ___M ___L ___XL ___XXL ___XXXL (adult sizes)

                          ___S ___M ___L                                           (youth sizes)

 

·         TICKETS/T-SHIRTS WILL BE HANDED OUT THE NIGHT OF THE GAME OUTSIDE OF GRIZZLIES STADIUM.  LOOK FOR THE HSS TABLE!

HUMAN SUPPORT SERVICES RECEIVES PROCEEDS FROM AMBER MCGATHEY MEMORIAL

From left):  Kay Haudrich, President of HSS’ Board, Bob Augustine, Debra Augustine and Robert Cole, Executive Director of HSS. 

 

Waterloo, IL, June 26, 2014 – Human Support Services (HSS) is the recipient of the $7,433 proceeds raised from a combination of a memorial Golf Tournament held at Mystic Oaks Golf Course in Waterloo, IL, a matching gift from Amber’s father, Boyd McGathey, and donations from Debra’s co-workers at Carpenters District Council of Greater Saint Louis& amp; Vicinity. Amber was only 22 years old when she died ten years ago in Kansas City from a drug overdose. Amber’s mother, Debra Augustine, who served on the Board of Directors of HSS for six years, presented the check to Executive Director, Robert Cole. The funds will be used by HSS to provide landscaping and a memorial plaque at the two new group homes being built in Hecker, IL to serve adults with developmental disabilities.

Human Support Service, a non-profit, tax-exempt organization, was founded in 1973 to provide a local source of mental health services in Monroe County, Illinois. All services are provided on a non-discriminatory basis with disregard for race, color, creed, sex, national origin or handicapping conditions. Services are provided on a sliding-fee scale to ensure that residents of Monroe County are provided with effective, cost-efficient services aimed at helping individuals challenged by mental health concerns, developmental disabilities or substance abuse to build satisfying lives despite the difficulties they face. HSS is a United Way of Greater Saint Louis agency and serves adults and children over the age of four. For more information call HSS at 618-939-4444 or visit their website at www.hss1.org.

 

 

MELINDA STEVENS - DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Melinda Stevens as a direct care worker at the “Waterloo and Main” apartment sites.  Melinda resides in Red Bud and enjoys bowling and painting.  She will teach developmentally delayed clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, Melinda will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Bobbi Walters.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

Human Support Services is pleased to announce three Special Olympics athletes, Kristina, Candy and Mike, participated in the Summer Games held in Normal and Bloomington at the Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University campuses June 13 to 15.  They participated in the softball throw, 50 meter run and 100 meter walk, bringing back a bronze and silver medal, as well as ribbon of participation.  During the opening ceremonies, Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill creating a special state lottery scratch-off game to benefit the Special Olympics. 

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

DEBI HECK - DAY TRAINING SUPERVISOR

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Debi Heck to Day Training (DT) Supervisor.  She previously worked in the HSS workshop as a Production Trainer.   Pierre Mosley replaced her by bidding from the Waterloo/Main street sites to the workshop.  Debi joined HSS in March 2010 as a direct care worker at the Main Street site.  She holds a degree in Communication Disorders from SIU-C and is also a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP).  Debi enjoys reading, antiquing, garage sales and is an avid cookbook collector.  As the DT Supervisor, Debi will develop and manage treatment plans for some 60 developmentally delayed clients that attend day services as well as oversee the Supported Employment program; she will direct a staff of four.  Debi has extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings and will be supervised by Anne King, LCSW.  HSS provides day services/workshop to nearly 80 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

 

 

DANA BARROWS - QMHP

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce Dana Barrows, LCPC as our new Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).  Dana joined HSS on May 21 and holds a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University.   Dana resides in Randolph County and enjoys the outdoors, reading and horseback riding.  She comes to HSS with a successful and long history of delivering services to individuals and families with mental illness and developmental disabilities.  Dana will assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans for approximately 20 mentally ill residential clients.  She will be supervised by Tanya Durrer, RN.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

TRISHA HOAGLAND - HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR

 

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce Trisha Hoagland as our new Human Resource Director.  Trisha joined HSS on May 19 and holds a degree from Illinois State University.  Previously she worked at PNC Bank in Waterloo and St. Louis.  The Hoagland family resides in Waterloo and enjoys attending Cardinal games, swimming, participating in the kids many activities, going to the movies, and spending time with friends.  Trisha comes to HSS with a successful and long history of community involvement personally, and thru her prior affiliation with the local branch of PNC Bank.  She will be overseeing the human resources functions for HSS’s 85 staff.  As a member of the HSS Leadership Team, she joins Executive Director Robert Cole, Chief Financial Officer Susan L Harbaugh, Chief Program Officer Anne King, and Clinical Director Julie Ruckman.

 

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

 

JULI KELLERMANN - DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Juli Kellermann as a direct care worker at the “Bradford” apartment sites.  Juli enjoys motorcycle riding, camping, fishing and cooking.  She will teach mentally ill clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, Juli will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Dawn Garner.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

 

PART TIME DIRECT SUPPORT WORKERS

Human Support Services, a non-profit community mental health agency located in Monroe County, seeks part time direct support workers.

We are looking for part time dependable caring workers to teach daily living skills and assist adults with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities in agency housing located in Waterloo and soon, Hecker, IL.  Must be 21 or older, high school diploma or GED, driver’s license, pass criminal background check, willing to work shifts other than days.  12 hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday only.  DSP training a plus but not required.  Part time weekend workers will not be offered the benefits package to start and will be paid $15.00 per hour. EOE/ADA
 

Send cover letter and resume to:

Direct Support Worker
Human Support Services
988 N Illinois Route 3
P O Box 146
Waterloo IL 62298-0146
Or e-mail to dwood@hss1.org          

 

SITE MANAGER - MARGIE BAUM

 

We’re growing!  Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Margie Baum to site manager for the new Hecker group homes.  She transferred from the day training program to the residential program.  Lynn Turnbow will replace her by moving from the sheltered workshop to the day training program.  Margie joined HSS in November 2001 as a direct care worker at the Main Street site.  She resides in Lenzburg and enjoys reading, shopping and family time.  As a site manager, Margie will supervise staff and clients in a residential group home setting.  She has extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings and will be supervised by Tanya Durrer, RN.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH

We have all heard about the importance of taking care of our bodies to promote good physical health.  Participating in regular activities such as exercising, getting enough sleep, and eating healthy foods are known to be important aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  However, not all of us consider the importance of caring for our mental health.  Good overall health involves caring for our minds as well as our bodies.

Mental health is the ability to cope with the challenges of daily life.  An individual with good mental health is able to cope with these daily challenges in healthy ways, whereas an individual with poor mental health might feel overwhelmed by daily life.  Having poor mental health can contribute to physical problems such as high blood pressure, weight gain, headaches, and sleep disturbances.  It can also exacerbate existing mental health and substance abuse conditions, including depression, anxiety, and alcohol or drug abuse.  Fortunately, there are steps we can take to improve our mental health.  Steps such as building a healthy support network, recognizing the signs of stress, and knowing when to reach out for help are positive ways to improve one’s mental health.

The mind and body share a powerful connection.  So take a moment to reflect upon the condition of your mental health, and take a step to strengthen it.  If you find that you need help, the Professional Counseling Team at Human Support Services is available to assist children, adults, and families with developing positive mental health. 

The mission of Human Support Services (HSS) is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.   

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

 

Athletes from Human Support Services participated in the Region 12 Special Olympics meet held Saturday, April 26 at SIU-E.  Many returned with first place (seven winners), second place (ten winners) and third place (six winners) medals and all 24 returned with participation medals.  Those placing first have the opportunity to advance to the Summer Games held June 13 to 15.  Summer Games is Special Olympics Illinois premiere sports competition with more than 4,000 athletes and Unified Partners competing in six different sports, along with 1,600 coaches, 2,500 volunteers and 3,300 family members.  The Summer Games are held at Illinois State University in Normal and the Illinois Wesleyan University campus in Bloomington.  A variety of activities are provided for the participants in addition to the sports competitions.

 

GROW COMING TO WATERLOO

GROW, an international organization is coming to Waterloo!  GROW was founded in Australia in 1957 by people with mental illnesses for people with mental illnesses with the focus to reach out into the community to offer support for everyone.   Meetings and social activities are planned by the members.  Meetings are held weekly and will start on Wednesday, May 7 at Human Support Services from 12 noon to 2pm.  Sharon Pochek, the area’s fieldworker will be present to help with the onset.  Please, come and join this wonderful organization.  It’s FREE and everyone is welcome.  For questions, contact Dawn Garner at 939-5716.

HSS GETS NEW VEHICLES

As the Hecker group homes nears completion we recently added some new vehicles to the HSS fleet.  These three brand-new Dodge mini-vans were just purchased at significant savings through a group purchasing program operated by the State of Illinois.  Instead of purchasing used vans, the great savings we were able to receive through this purchasing group purchasing program allowed us to buy new vehicles with full warrantees.  One of the new vans will go to the Hecker group homes, one will replace an old van at our Bradford site and the third we will swap with one of  the wheelchair lift vans, sending the lift van to Hecker and assigning the new van to whichever program gives up their lift van

KARI DOYLE - DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Kari Doyle as a direct care worker at the “Waterloo and Main” apartment sites.  Kari resides in Waterloo and enjoys spending time with her family.  Kari will teach developmentally delayed clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, she will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Bobbi Walters.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

DIRECT SUPPORT WORKERS

Human Support Services, a non-profit community mental health agency located in Monroe County seeks direct support workers.

We are looking for part time dependable caring workers to teach daily living skills and assist adults with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities in agency housing.  Must be 21 or older, high school diploma or GED, driver’s license, pass criminal background check, willing to work shifts other than days.  DSP training a plus but not required.  Part time weekend workers will not be offered the benefits package, but will be paid $15.00 per hour.

Send cover letter and resume to

Direct Support Worker
Human Support Services
988 N Illinois Route 3
P O Box 146
Waterloo IL 62298-0146
Or e-mail to dwood@hss1.org         
EOE/ADA

ALEXIS MCCANTON - PRODUCTION TRAINER

 

 

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the transfer of Alexis McCanton from the “Waterloo/Main” residential sites to the sheltered workshop.  Alexis is a member of the Service Employees’ International Union Local 1 Missouri Division.  She joined HSS in May 2012 as a direct care worker at the Main Street apartments.  Alexis resides in Dupo and enjoys spending time with her daughter.  As a production trainer, Alexis will be assisting clients in the workshop, helping them focus on work, learn job skills and earn a paycheck.  She will also perform quality control on the items produced by the client workforce and will be supervised by Production Manager Rik Taylor.  The workshop includes six employees who oversee nearly 70 clients; projected contract income for FY2014 is $90,000. 

 The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.

 

LISA HODGE - DIRECT CARE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Lisa Hodge as a direct care worker at the “Waterloo and Main” apartment sites.  Lisa resides in Cahokia and enjoys camping and canoeing.  Lisa will teach developmentally delayed clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, she will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Bobbi Walters.  HSS provides 24-hour supervision to nearly 40 developmentally delayed or mentally ill clients.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

YEARS OF SERVICE RECOGNITION

 

 

Photo left to right:  Ben Archer, Rik Taylor, Erin Schmitz, Stacie Roy, Julie Ruckman

 Human Support Services (HSS) recognized staff with 2013 anniversary milestones of 5 years, 10 years, 15 years, 20 years as well as all employees with 20 or more years of service.  Honorees included:  5 years: Rik Taylor, Ben Archer, Erin Schmitz, Julie Ruckman, Donna Harris, Ashley Guenther, 10 years: Lynn Lance, 15 years: Stacie Roy, 20 years: Glenda Bauza, over 20 years: Barbara Ruby, Sharon Brand, Susan Harbaugh, Dawn Garner.  On March 8, 2014, the employees were treated to dinner at the Acorns Golf Links.  A short program followed.  HSS employs nearly 70 staff at multiple locations throughout Monroe County.

The mission of HSS is to provide high quality, comprehensive services to Monroe County residents with mental health or substance abuse needs, or developmental disabilities.  HSS is a private, non-profit community resource founded in 1973, providing confidential COA-accredited services.  Thanks to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set fees that are affordable.  For further information, call 618-939-4444, visit www.hss1.org or become a friend on Facebook.  

 

MARCH - SOCIAL WORK MONTH

Human Support Services salutes it social workers. March is Social Work Month with a theme of All People Matter.  Pictured left to right:  Jessica Liefer MSW, Julie Ruckman MSW LCSW, Anne King MSW LCSW, Erin Schmitz MSW LCSW, Jenna Ervin-Call MSW LCSW, Deborah Joellenbeck BSW.  Not pictured Elizabeth Crawford BSW.  HSS is a private not-for-profit agency established in 1973 and is always looking to serve additional clients.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors, your co-workers know of someone in need of behavioral health services?  If so, please encourage him/her to contact HSS at 618-939-4444.  All services are confidential and all outpatient mental health and substance abuse clients are served on sliding scale fee basis that takes into consideration household size and income.  Fee adjustments are also available.  Cost should not be a barrier to services.  Due to funding from the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set a fee that suits your budget.  Further information can be accessed on the HSS website at www.hss1.org.

 

ANNE KING, MSW, LCSW - DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL AND DAY TRAINING

Human Support Services (HSS) is grateful for the many years of faithful service the late Deborah H. West devoted to our agency.  As we move forward and fill her position, we are pleased to announce Anne King, MSW, LCSW as our new Director of Residential and Day Services.  She will also serve as the agency’s Corporate Compliance Officer.  Anne joined HSS on February 18 and holds a Master of Social Work degree from St. Louis University.  Previously she worked at St. Vincent Home for Children in St. Louis, MO as well as Hoylelton Youth and Family Services in Hoyleton, IL and Scott Air Force Base Mental Health Clinics.  She is also a licensed child welfare specialist as well as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  Anne comes to HSS with a successful and long history of both direct service to individuals and families with developmental disabilities and mental health needs, as well as administration and management of programs and services.  She is passionate about assisting others in reaching their full potential. 

Anne will be overseeing the operations of the residential program, day training program/sheltered workshop, as well as housing and maintenance.  She will directly supervise a staff of four and indirectly nearly 40 staff, or about 60% of HSS’s 70 staff.  In addition, she will oversee services for around 50 clients in residential services and nearly 70 in day training/sheltered workshop.  Anne will manage program budgets that total almost $3 million.  As a member of the HSS Executive Team, she joins CFO Susan L Harbaugh, HR Director Doug Wood and Clinical Director Julie Ruckman; all are supervised by Executive Director Robert Cole.  HSS is a private not-for-profit agency established in 1973 and is always looking to serve additional clients.  It offers residential services for the mentally ill or developmentally delayed, day services, sheltered workshop opportunities, supported employment and housing targeted for those with developmental disabilities or struggling with mental illness.  If you know of a client in need of services, or one from another county that wants to relocate closer to loved ones, please contact HSS at 618-939-4444. Further information can be accessed on the HSS website at www.hss1.org.

 

KRISSY MUIR - DIRECT SERVICE WORKER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Kristine “Krissy” Muir as a direct care worker at the “Waterloo and Main” apartment sites.  Krissy resides in Waterloo and enjoys the outdoors, camping and spending time with her four-month-old grandson Nikholis.  Krissy will teach developmentally delayed clients daily living skills to help them live as independently as possible in the community.  In this role, she will teach/assist with daily living skills, pass medications, and provide social skills training.  She will be supervised by Site Manager Bobbi Walters.   HSS is a private not-for-profit agency established in 1973 and is always looking to serve additional clients.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors, your co-workers know of someone in need of behavioral health services?  If so, please encourage him/her to contact HSS at 618-939-4444.  HSS can offer housing and support services to those with developmental disabilities or mental health issues.  Further information can be accessed on the HSS website at www.hss1.org.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors, your co-workers know of someone with a desire to work in the human services field?  If so, please encourage him/her to contact HSS to fill out an application.  Direct service positions often become available and pay is matched with experience and related degrees. 

 

KATHRYN "KATIE" GUETHLE - PRODUCTION TRAINER

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the transfer of Kathryn “Katie” Guethle from the Waterloo/Main residential sites to the sheltered workshop.  Katie is a member of the Service Employees’ International Union Local 1 Missouri Division.  She joined HSS in November 2012 as a site worker at the “Waterloo and Main” apartment sites.  Katie resides in Fults and enjoys spending time with her family.  She is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from Kaplan University.  As a Production Trainer, Katie will be assisting clients in the workshop, helping them focus on work, learn job skills and earn a paycheck.  She will also perform quality control on the items produced by the client workforce and will be supervised by Production Manager Rik Taylor.  The workshop includes six employees who oversee nearly 70 clients.  Projected contract income for FY2014 is $90,000.  HSS is a private not-for-profit agency established in 1973 and is always looking for additional contract work.  Ideal jobs are small piece assembly, sorting, mailings, and the like.  Current contractors include Budnick of Columbia, Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate of Belleville (Lady of the Snows), and S&B Candy & Toy of St. Louis, to name a few.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors, your co-workers know of light assembly work HSS could do?  If so, please contact Rik at 618-939-4444. Further information can be accessed on the HSS website at www.hss1.org.  Like us on Facebook:  Human Support Services.

 

SARAH RIEBELING - SECRETARY/RECEPTIONIST

 

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the hire of Sarah Riebeling as an administrative support staff employee.  Sarah joined HSS in July 2012 as a student office worker through the Waterloo High School co-operative work program.  She resides in Waterloo and enjoys shopping, spending time with family and friends as well as watching sports.  As a Secretary/Receptionist, Sarah will complete clerical duties for our residential program as well as share receptionist duties with other support staff employees.  She will be supervised by Accountant/Office Manager Stacie Roy.  HSS employs nearly 70 staff.  In FY2013 (July 2012-June 2013), HSS served 681 clients in its mental health outpatient program, 178 in substance abuse outpatient, 81 in day training, 27 in supported employment, 31 in DD CILA, 29 in supported residential, and 21 in supervised residential.  HSS is a private not-for-profit agency established in 1973 and is always looking to serve additional clients.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors, your co-workers know of someone in need of behavioral health services?  If so, please encourage him/her to contact HSS at 618-939-4444.  All services are confidential and all outpatient mental health and substance abuse clients are served on sliding scale fee basis that takes into consideration household size and income.  Fee adjustments are also available.  Cost should not be a barrier to services.  Due to funding from the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set a fee that suits your budget.  Further information can be accessed on the HSS website at www.hss1.org.

 

DEBORAH JOELLENBECK - CASE MANAGER

Due to staff reorganizations, the Professional Counseling Department of Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Deborah Joellenbeck to Case Manager.  Deborah joined HSS in August 2011 as an MHP/BSW at our Bradford apartments, providing services to mentally ill clients in need of 24-hour support.  In March 2013, she moved to a secretary/receptionist position at the main office where she provided support to our residential programs.  Deborah enjoys spending time with her 5 ½ month old son and her husband.  She also likes to read fantasy and sci-fi fiction.  She holds a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  As a Case Manager, Deborah will be providing on site supervision and guidance to clients residing at our Columbia apartments and will be supervised by Clinical Director Julie Ruckman, LCSW.  HSS is a private not-for-profit agency established in 1973 and is always looking to serve additional clients.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors, your co-workers know of someone struggling with mental illness?  If so, please encourage him/her to contact HSS at 618-939-4444.  All services are confidential and all clients are served on sliding scale fee basis that takes into consideration household size and income.  Fee adjustments are also available.  Cost should not be a barrier to services.  Due to funding from the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set a fee that suits your budget.  Further information can be accessed on the HSS website at www.hss1.org

ERRICK (RIK) TAYLOR - NEW PRODUCTION MANAGER

 

 

Due to the out of state relocation of our current Production Manager, Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Errick (Rik) Taylor.  Rik joined HSS in January 2008 as a production trainer in our sheltered workshop.  He resides in Belleville and enjoys cycling, photography, scouting, camping and cooking.  Rik holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  With this promotion, effective January 27, 2014, Rik will be overseeing the day-to-day operations of the sheltered workshop – to secure meaningful and paid work for our clients.  He will supervise a staff of five as well as nearly 70 clients.  Projected contract income for FY2014 is $90,000.  HSS is always looking for additional contract work.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors know of light assembly work we could do?  If so, please contact Rik at 618-939-4444.

 

 

DARRYN HAUDRICH, THERAPIST/SUBSTANCE ABUSE CLINICIAN

 

 

Human Support Services (HSS) is pleased to announce new staff member Darryn Haudrich.  Darryn joined HSS on January 7, 2014 as a therapist/substance abuse clinician.  He resides in Columbia and enjoys watching professional sports, especially hockey, baseball and soccer; he is the assistant boys’ soccer coach at Gibault Catholic High School.  Darryn holds a Master of Arts in Community Agency Counseling from St. Xavier University in Chicago.  Most recently, he worked as a therapist serving foster care children and has also worked as a substance abuse counselor with Comtrea in Arnold, MO.  He will primarily provide substance abuse counseling and will deliver some mental health services as well.  HSS is always looking to serve additional clients.  Do you, your friends, your neighbors know of someone struggling with substance abuse?  If so, please encourage him/her to contact HSS at 618-939-4444.  All services are confidential and all clients are served on sliding scale fee that takes into consideration household size and income.  Fee adjustments are also available.  Cost should not be a barrier to services.  Due to funding from the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the local Monroe County Community Mental Health Funding Board (H.B. 708), HSS can set a fee that suits your budget.