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SANCTION TREATMENT ASSESSMENT REVOCATION AND TRANSITION (START)
PROGRAM STAFF
George Strutzel,
Program Administrator
406.563.7002 Ext. 3101
George joined CCCS in 2002 as the Security Coordinator of the WATCh Program
and was promoted to Program Administrator of the START program at its
inception in December 2005.
He came to the WATCh Program with over 21 years of correctional experience.
He began his career in corrections in 1980 as a Correctional Officer for
the Montana State Prison and worked in every unit throughout his 21+ year
employment with this facility, to include maximum security, death row, and
unit manager at which he supervised both correctional and treatment
personnel. In addition to his work experience, George has participated
in over 75 training seminars to include 35-hour NIC trainings on
Managing Prison Security Systems and Offender
Planning and Programming. George earned his Bachelor degree in
Psychology from the Ashford University in Clinton, Iowa.
Bob Thatcher, Security
Coordinator
406.563.7002 Ext. 3103
Bob has been with the WATCh Program since January 2002, and brings with him over 20 years of
correctional officer experience. Prior to coming to the WATCh Program, Bob
was employed at the Montana State Prison where he worked every unit during
his tenure and received extensive training in correctional supervision.
Nancy Moquist, Administrative Assistant
406.563.7002 Ext. 3118
Nancy joined the START Program on October 4, 2010. She previously worked at Kellogg Snacks and was a legal assistant
for 18 years. Nancy has attended several college course in computers, secretary, and legal
subjects. Born and raised in Anaconda, Montana, she is a life-long resident there. In her spare time,
Nancy enjoys spending time with her husband of 28 years, three children and two grandsons. She also enjoys golf, outdoor
activities including four-wheeling, and the Montana Grizzlies (as an avid fan and season ticket holder for 21 years).
Marcia Slosson, Clinical Treatment Supervisor
406.563.7002 Ext. 3102
Marcia has worked for CCCS since April 2005. She has
over twenty
years of counseling experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or
chemical dependencies. Marica holds a B.A. in Sociology from
California State University in Hayward, California, a B.S. in Secondary
Education from the University of Montana - Western in Dillon, Montana, and a
M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling from Utah State University in Logan, Utah.
In addition to licensure as an addiction counselor by the State of Montana,
Marcia has been certified as a Master Addition Counselor by the National
Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors and the American College
of Certified Forensic Counselors. Born and raised in a small coal-mining town in the mountains of Northwestern
Colorado, Marcia moved to Montana in 1989 where she feels fortunate to enjoy
the history, natural beauty and remaining wilderness of the state.
Daynen Lalicker,
Mental Health Professional
406.563.7002 Ext. 3105
Daynen joined CCCS in June 2010. Prior to that, she worked in
Pennsylvania with individuals with disabilities and previous to that she
worked in the Foster Care System in Kansas. Daynen earned a Bachelor's in
Psychology from the University of St. Mary at Leavenworth, Kansas and a
Master's in Social Work at the University of Kansas at Lawrence, Kansas.
Dan Oberweiser,
Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.563.7002 Ext. 3106
Dan began his CCCS employment with the WATCh Program in May 2002.
He has over 15+ years of experience
as a counselor working with correctional populations. Prior to coming to the WATCh
Program, Dan was a counselor at the Montana State Prison for 12 years and
worked in all phases of its addiction programming. Dan has received
specialized training on the criminal personality from Dr. Stanton Samenow,
who is one of the pioneers in this field.Jim Ryan,
Case Manager
406.563.7002 Ext. 3111
Jim began his employment with CCCS on January 16, 2002, working security for
the WATCh program. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business
Information Systems from Montana Tech of the University of Montana in Butte,
Montana.
Patrick
McGee, Case Manager
406.563.7002
Ext. 3113
Pat was began working with CCCS in September 2003. Prior to that time,
he was an attorney. He received his Bachelor's degree in History/
English from Carroll College in Helena, Montana and a Juris Doctor degree in
Law from the University of Montana in Missoula, Montana.
Matt
Shea, Case Manager
406.563.7002
Matt joined START in July 2009. He previously worked as an Assistant Project Manager for the Yellowstone
Club Construction Company in Big Sky, Montana. Matt earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business
and Information Technology from Montana Tech of the University
of Montana, Butte, Montana.
Scott
Irwin, Shift Supervisor
406.563.7002 Ext. 3113
Scott started with the START Program on December 1, 2005. He was
previously employed in retail management and has extensive background in
supervisory positions and human resources. He is an outdoor enthusiast
who enjoys the benefits of living in Montana. His interest includes
hunting, fishing and trapshooting.
Brian
Hettick, Security Supervisor
406.563.7002 Ext. 3107
Brian began his career in Juvenile Corrections at RYO on May 11, 2000.
He attended the very first juvenile training session offered at the Montana
Law Enforcement Academy, and has received numerous training sessions offered through the RYO and START programs.
He is a native of Butte, Montana, and returned after a 15 year residency in
Bakersfield, California.
Tom
Susanj, Security Technician
406.563.7002
Ext. 3107
Tom was hired on December 1, 2005. He was previously employed with
Touch America, and has 30 years in sales and technical communications. He
attended Montana Tech of the University of Montana - Butte, MT. He has
training in fiber optics, "Changes," CPR, First Aid, and is Montana State
medically certified for developmentally disabled individuals. He has
served on the Butte Celebrations Board of Directors, the Jaycees, and also
volunteers at the Mother lode Theater. A Butte native, he is a musician who
plays in a local band.
Kimberly McKinnon, Counselor Technician
406.563.7002 Ext. 3109
Kimberly joined CCCS in December 2005. Prior to that, she was the Sales Director for the Red Lion Hotel. Kimberly
earned an Associates in Early Childhood Education in Alexandria, Virginia.
She has received special training in PREA, Childcare, Practionaire, Speech &
Debate, and she has also been a Domestic Violence Counselor.
Sheila Johnson, Registered Nurse
406.563.7002 Ext. 3104
Sheila began her employment with CCCS as a Registered Nurse at the WATCh
program. She previously worked at St. James Hospital for nearly four
years. In addition, she spent four years in the Navy as a Medical
Corpsman and is a graduate of Montana Tech of the University of
Montana.
Jennifer Tymofichuk,
Institutional Probation and Parole Officer (IPPO)
406.240.2059
Jennifer joined START in January 2008. She previously worked as a
Correctional Officer at Montana State Prison for seven years and advanced to
Probation and Parole at MSP in 2007. Jennifer graduated with honors
earning her degree in Business Administration with Criminal Justice minor
from the American InterContinental University. She is married to officer Chris Tymofichuk with the
Butte Police Department; they have four children.
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