Merle Yellow Kidney, Licensed Addiction Counselor
406.693.2272 ext. 1014
Merle has been with the WATCh Program since June 2003, and was instrumental in helping the program develop programming for our Native American Population.  Merle is a Licensed Addiction Counselor, and has been a counselor for over 18+ years.  His previous work experience includes inpatient, outpatient, halfway house and detoxification programs throughout the state of Montana.

William Wohlers, Chaplain
406.693.2272 ext. 1020
Chaplain Wohlers came to CCCS in March 2002 with over of 20 years of experience in ministering to correctional populations.  Obtaining his Bachelor's degree in Religion from Evangelical College, he then went on to obtain a Master’s in Theology from Trinity Theological Seminary and a Master’s of Arts in Pastoral Care from Faith Evangelical Lutheran Seminary.

Charles "CJ" Bugni, Security Coordinator
406.693.2272 ext. 1018
CJ has been with CCCS since October 1995 and was previously employed at the Butte Pre-Release Center prior to coming to the WATCh Program.  CJ attended North Idaho College and has been involved in numerous trainings throughout his 10+-year correctional employment.  He has also been working as the deputy coroner for 10 years in Silver Bow County. CJ was born and raised in Butte and enjoys the outdoors especially hunting and fishing. 

Pete Nolan, Security Technician Supervisor
406.693.2272 ext. 5
Pete began with CCCS in June 2003.  He is a former U.S. Air Force Police Officer and is a Desert Storm/Desert Shield veteran.  Pete additionally completed three years at Montana Tech of the University of Montana in Butte, Montana studying environmental engineering and business.  He has previously worked as a Security Supervisor at our RYO facility and has obtained certification from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy as a Supervisor.

Tim Rademacher, Security Technician Supervisor
406.693.2272 ext. 1010
Tim has been at the WATCh Program since January 2002.  Tim served four years as a U.S. Air Force Police Officer, and provided security for one of the largest companies in Butte for over three years. 

Paul Smith, Security Technician Supervisor
406.693.2272 ext. 1000
Paul came on board in January 2002.  Prior to that, he worked at the Montana Chemical Dependency Center and earlier as a recreation aid at Galen, for a total of nearly 14 years with the state of Montana.  Paul is currently certified as an instructor in First Aid, CPR, and AED.  He's trained in fire tactics, including prevention, rescue, evacuation, and extinguishment.  He's also completed supervisor training for first line supervisors including non-violent crisis intervention, H.E.L.P. and M.A.N.D.T.  He is currently a member of the Opportunity Volunteer Fire Department, where he has served as a volunteer for the past 16 years.

Ed Burch, Security Technician Supervisor
406.693.2272 ext. 1000
Ed joined CCCS on November 4, 2002.  He previously served as a Police Officer for Anaconda - Deer Lodge County, where he later served as the Assistant Chief for 23 years.  Ed earned an Associate's in Police Science from Dawson College in Glendive, Montana.  He also attended the Law Enforcement Academy.  Ed has received First Aid and CPR training.  He is a member of the Anaconda Hibernians and KC's.  His hobbies include bowling, golf, home repair and remodeling. 

Mark Blaskovich, Security
406.693.2272
Mark came on board at RYO in November 2002 with a 27-year career in law enforcement from which he retired as the Assistant Chief of Police of Anaconda, Montana.  Mark has completed extensive hours in all aspects of Law Enforcement and Detention training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy.  He serves on the Rock Creek Youth Camp Board of Directors and the Anaconda DARE Board of Directors.  Additionally, he is a member of the Police Association Local #1, the State DARE Association, and the Montana Peace Officers Association. Mark is a certified Handle with Care Instructor.

Dennis Grose, Life and Employment Skills Instructor
406.693.2272 ext. 1022
Dennis has been with CCCS since September 1999 and was previously employed at the Connections Corrections Program prior to coming to WATCh.  Dennis has a Bachelor's degree from Carroll College and was director of college and media relations for 21 years at Montana Tech.  Dennis additionally served as the Executive Director of the Helena Chamber of Commerce for two years and is actively involved in numerous organizations which seek to assist those in need.

Kevin Noctor, Case Manager
406.693.2272 ext. 1005
Kevin has been with the WATCh Program since November 2002.  Kevin obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Montana State University and prior to WATCh, Kevin was employed as a Juvenile Probation Officer in the Bozeman area for over five years.  Kevin served in the U.S. armed forces and is a veteran of Desert Storm.  He has received specialized training in the area of youth probation and correctional detention services.

Mike Shea, Case Manager
406.693.2272 ext. 1022
Mike started his employment in May 2007.  Prior to to that, he worked as the Director of the World Museum of Mining and then as the Finance and Budget Director of Butte Silver Bow County.  Mike earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Accounting from the University of Montana - Missoula. 

Jody Walker, Case Manager
406.693.2272 ext. 1022
Jody was hired on September 4, 2007 as a Case Manager for the WATCh program.  Her duties are to be split between case management and teaching computer classes, once the computer lab, which is made possible by a grant, is up and running.  She brings with her extensive teaching experience, having taught third grade for 8 years in Montana and 8 years in Nevada.  She holds a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and a Master's in Technology of Education.  In her spare time, Jody coaches 5th through 7th grade girls basketball. 

Rich Skuletich, Case Manager
406.693-2272 ext. 1022
Rich joined CCCS in August 2006.  Prior to that, he worked a a Principal of a Middle School.  Rich holds Bachelors of Science degrees in both Elementary and Secondary Education, as well as a Masters in Educational Leadership.  He has received special training in all areas of both Child and Adult Education.

Deborah Horne, Aftercare Coordinator/Case Manager
406.693.2272 ext. 1008
Deborah began her employment with CCCS at CCP-West in September 2005 and was promoted to her current position in May 2006.  She has worked as a Facility Manager, Metallurgical Engineer, Chief Metallurgist, and Licensed Practical Nurse.  Deborah earned a Masters in General Engineering with a Civil Engineering Option and a Bachelors of Science in Mineral Processing from the Montana Tech of the University of Montana in Butte, MT.   She is part of the Canyon Ferry Working Group as a member of the Management Plan.

Tim Williams, Counselor Technician
406.693.2272 ext. 1022
Tim has been employed with CCCS since January 1998 and was previously employed at the Connections Corrections Program prior to coming to WATCh in March 2002.  Tim is in the process of completing the educational requirements to become a licensed addictions counselor and has plans to pursue counseling upon completion.  Tim has received extensive training during his seven year tenure in numerous areas of correctional programming to include LSI-R administration, anger management and parenting issues.

Larry Pahut, Counselor Technician
406.693.2272 ext. 1005
Larry began his employment at the WATCh Program in November 2002 as a Security Technician and has been working in the capacity of Counselor Technician for almost two years.  Prior to joining the WATCh Program, Larry was employed at the Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge, the Montana Women’s Prison and at the Brown’s School for special needs youth.  Larry has completed training in numerous areas of correctional treatment to include: therapeutic community programming and LSI-R administration.

John Stevenson, Counselor Technician
406.693.2272 ext. 1017
John came on board at Discovery House in March 2007 where he worked as a Child Care Attendant until his recent transfer to WATCh. He previously taught in the Anaconda school system for 31 years before his retirement in November 2003. He served in the Iraq war from February 2004 to February 2005. He holds a Bachelors in Education from Montana State University - Billings, and a Masters in Education from the University of Montana - Western. John has been trained as a trainer and presenter of the Developing Capable People course.