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NEXUS METHAMPHETAMINE TREATMENT PROGRAM STAFF
Don Schroeder, Program Administrator
406.535.6660 ext. 226
Don took the reins as the NEXUS Program Manager in April 2007. He
previously worked as the Clinical Director at the Savannah Area Behavioral
Health Collaborative in Statesboro, Georgia. Don received his Bachelor of
Science in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana, and his
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the University of Illinois at
Springfield. He is currently pursuing a second Master of Arts in
Health Services Administration. He has published several papers and
presented at numerous conferences. Don is an outdoors enthusiast who
enjoys hunting and fishing.
Frank J. Zigmund, Clinical Director
406.535.6660 ext. 225
Joe joined CCCS as the NEXUS Clinical Director on May 7, 2007. Prior
to that he was the Clinical Director for Tacoma Tx Solutions in Tacoma,
Washington. Joe earned a Bachelor's in Counseling/Addiction Studies at
Bethany College in Scotts Valley, California. He has received special
training in ASI and Motivational Interviewing, and has state licensure as a
certified alcohol and drug counselor in California, Wyoming and Montana as
well as International certification.
Connie Simonich, Administrative Assistant
406.535.6660 ext. 222
Connie started working at NEXUS on September 20, 2007. She previously worked as a supervisor at Snowy Mountain Industries,
a sheltered workshop for adults with developmental disabilities. She is
trained in DDCPT, MANDT, Critical Incident and Reporting, CPR, and First
Aid. She enjoys weaving, spinning, knitting, and spending time with
her new Grandson. She served on the Board of Directors of S.A.V.E.S.
for 15 years.
Patti Petersen, Accounting
Technician
406.535.6660 ext. 222
Patti joined the NEXUS program on May
7, 2007 as an Administrative Support Technician. She previously worked for 7 years in the Accounts Payable Department
at Sports, Inc. in Lewistown. Patti received her
Associate Degree in Medical Assisting from Bryman Medical School in Phoenix,
Arizona. She recently completed the construction of her new home,
working "hands-on" for the eleven months it took to build it. Most of
her time is consumed by her three children and their activities.
John d'Autremont, Facilities Manager
406.535.6660 ext. 236
John started working with NEXUS on May 1, 2007. He previously worked
in maintenance at the Montana State Homes for the Aged and at School
District #1, and he also worked as an Apprentice Plumber. John has a
Second Class Boilers License and a Weed Spraying License. He served as
Booster Club President, Museum Board Member, and Zion Church Council Member.
Rick Barman, Chief of Security
406.535.6660 ext. 223
Rick joined NEXUS on March 7, 2007. He previously worked as the Chief of Security at North Central Corrections
and Rehabilitation Center in
Rugby, North Dakota, and as a Captain with the North Dakota Department of
Corrections. Rick earned a Bachelor's in Criminal
Justice. He has special training in PREA, Leadership, and Security.
He served 12 years in the US Navy, and enjoys spending time with his family.
Jeremy Frese, Food Service Coordinator
406.535.6660 ext. 237
Jeremy began his employment with NEXUS in May 2007. He has over 13 years
experience cooking in restaurants, and earned a certificate of culinary
arts. Jeremy is an avid NASCAR fan, a mountain biking enthusiast,
and is a member of the VNEA pool league.
Tracy Hanson, Registered Nursing Supervisor
406.535.6660 ext. 228
Tracy joined NEXUS on May 14, 2007. She previously worked as a Register Nurse at the Benefits Healthcare in Great Falls.
Tracy earned an Associate of Science degree in Nursing at Montana State
University - Northern in Havre, Montana. She is a CPR Instructor.
Terrie Sandstrom, Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.535.6660 ext. 242
Terrie began her employment with NEXUS on May 7, 2007. She was
formerly a Licensed Addiction Counselor at the Rocky Mountain Treatment
Center in Great Falls, Montana. She attended Northern Montana College
and became certified as a Chemical Dependency Counselor in 1984.
Terrie has worked in out-patient programs, as a family counselor and as an
L.A.C. at in-patients programs.
Linda
Wolfgram, Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.535.6660 ext. 246
Linda was hired in November 2005 as a Licensed Addiction Counselor for the
WATCh program, and then she transferred to the NEXUS program upon its
inception. She earned her Associate's degree in
Human Services with an Addiction Treatment Option at Stone Child College in
Rocky Boy, Montana, where she graduated valedictorian with a 4.0 GPA, then
went on to receive -- in just three years -- her Bachelor's in Psychology
with addiction treatment concentration at the Montana State University -
Northern at Great Falls, Montana. Linda was among the first five women
to work underground in the hard rock mines in the United States. She
worked at Bunker Hill Mine in Kellogg, Idaho until the mines closed.
Denny Irwin,
Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.535.6660 ext. 240
Denny joined CCCS on October 15, 2007 as a NEXUS Licensed Addiction Counselor. He
worked previously as an LAC, horse trainer, and ironworker. Denny
earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from the Montana State
University - Billings. He's received special training as a Parenting
Group Facilitator, Family Court LAC, and is a certified Equine Specialist.
He enjoys outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and gardening.
Derek Gibbs, Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.535.6660 ext. 240
Derek began working at NEXUS in October 2007. Prior to that, he worked as a crane operator and a rancher. Derek
is currently enrolled in his last semester of Addiction Counseling at the
University of Great Falls. He is actively involved in community
12-step work and a WATCh Program graduate, who enjoys big game bow hunting,
fishing, and drag racing.
Peggy Albee, Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.535.6660
Peggy came on board in January 2008. She previously worked as a Research Assistant with the
Lewistown Family Treatment Court and a Case Manager of Mental Health at
the Mental Health Clinic in Lewistown. She earned a Master of Science
in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, and is a Certified
Rehabilitation Counselor in disability and mental health.
Greg Westbrook,
Mental Health Professional
406.535.6660 ext. 244
Greg started his employment with NEXUS in May 2007. He was
previously employed as a Tobacco Prevention Specialist. Prior to
that he worked in the Oregon Juvenile Correctional System and in Child
Welfare both for the State of Oregon, and then at the Mental Health
Center in Lewistown. Greg earned a Bachelor of Science degree in
Psychology/Family Studies at Western Baptist College in Salem, Oregon.
He enjoys surfing, scuba diving and fishing.
Tricia Ayers,
Mental Health Coordinator
406.535.6660 ext. 232
Tricia started at NEXUS in May 2007. She previously worked as a
transitional living instructor for five years, in mental health and crisis
stabilization for nearly three years, and has also done out-patient therapy.
She earned a bachelors degree in psychology at Carroll College in Helena,
Montana, and a masters degree in mental health counseling at Montana State
University - Bozeman. Tricia has completed training in First Aid, is a
CPR instructor and is MANDT certified. She enjoys outdoors activities
especially golf, basket ball and volleyball.
William Patterson, Life Skills Coordinator
406.535.6660 ext. 233
William began his employment at NEXUS in May 2007. His past
employers include Vermont Department of Corrections, Travis County Probation
and Parole, Corrections Corporation of America, and the U.S. Forest Service.
William earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology at the University of
Southern Maine and a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management at
the University of Montana - Missoula.
Clint Jensen, Case Manager
406.535.6660 ext. 244
Clint came on board in May 2007. He earned his Associate's from the
Universal Technical Institute in Phoenix, Arizona, and a Bachelor's in
Teaching from the Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana.
Jamee Barman, Case Manager
406.535.6660 ext. 241
Jamee started at Nexus in April 2007. Prior to that, she worked
with the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for
eight years, and also helped start up a treatment facility in Rugby,
North Dakota. Jamee received a Bachelor Degree in Political
Science and Criminal Justice from Jamestown College in Jamestown, ND.
In her present duties as a Nexus Case Manager, she also is a COG Group
Facilitator.
Robyn Tuttle, Counselor Technician
406.535.6660 ext. 234
Robyn began her employment with CCCS in September 2005 as a Juvenile Correctional
Officer at RYO. She earned a Bachelor's in Education from the
University of Montana at Dillon (formerly Western Montana College).
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