Trudy has been the Executive Director of the agency since January, 1995. Her primary responsibilities include overseeing the daily operation of the agency and ensuring the success of Hetlinger, its consumers, and its mission. She works with the Board of Directors to further the goals of the agency and to plan for its future. Contact Trudy at (620) 342-1087, extension 201, or thutchinson@hetlinger.org.
Sara was previously a case manager for Hetlinger before assuming her current position in January, 2001. Sara's duties include intake and referral, eligibility determination, maintaining an information system of persons receiving or waiting for services, managing the area's financial allocation, coordinating the Quality Assurance Committee and the Council of Community Members, and affiliating with area community service providers.Contact Sara at (620) 342-1087, extension 213, or spearson@hetlinger.org.
Linda completes annual basis assessment on all individuals in the Hetlinger CDDO service area. She reviews service options with individuals as well as completing satisfaction surveys and quality service reviews for some individuals. Contact Linda at (620)342-1087, Extension 210, or lsoendker@hetlinger.org.
Jan has been with the agency since January 1999. She is responsible for many of the SRS licensing requirements, asset inventory, record retention and computer issues. Contact Jan at (620) 342-1087, extension 206, or jplunkett@hetlinger.org.
Bev has been with the agency since July, 1999. She served as secretary/receptionist prior to becoming the Administrative Assistant. Bev has a wide variety of duties including clerical, consumer payroll, and purchasing agency supplies. Contact Bev at(620) 342-1087, extension 200 or bgilligan@hetlinger.org.
Lisa has been a case manager with the agency since November 1996. Her prior experience with another agency included direct care and community employment. Besides coordinating and supervising the case management department, Lisa carries a case load of consumers. Contact Lisa at (620) 342-1087, extension 212 or ldecker@hetlinger.org.
Shelli was hired as a case manager in April,
2004. She had previous experience as a case manager with another agency
serving individuals with developmental disabilities. Contact
Tammy has been with Hetlinger Developmental Service since 2001. She previously was responsible for training staff and working with consumers in skills classes. This expertise will be valuable in her new position. Tammy’s duties include directing the Day Service programs, obtaining subcontract work, and completion of the Special Certificate with the Department of Labor. Contact Tammy at (620) 342-1087, extension 218 or tmaley@hetlinger.org.
Brandy assists with promoting community awareness
of the organization, coordination of special events and projects, publishing the Apple Talk newsletter, design and maintenance of the website, graphic design for our screen printing business, and fundraising. Contact Brandy at (620) 342-1087, extension
205 or bnance@hetlinger.org
Lois is the accountant for Hetlinger. She is responsible for book keeping and budgeting for the agency. Contact Lois at (620) 342-1087, extension 203 or lsymmonds@hetlinger.org.
Cheryl has been the agency nurse since September,
1998. Her responsibilities encompass caring for the medical needs of the
consumers including medication administration, first aid and hygiene issues.
She is certified to teach First Aid/CPR and holds classes for staff to
keep their certifications current. Cheryl ensures that staff vaccinations
are up to date, as required by licensing. Contact
Cheryl at (620) 342-1087, extension 216 cadams@hetlinger.org.
Direct support professional are dedicated care givers upon whom the consumers
depend a great deal. They are the real heart of developmental disabilities
services.
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Support staff provide services that keep the facility and equipment maintained.
Maintenance Specialist – Gary Smith
Custodial Services – Paul Rubottom