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New Kids on the Block July 2024

New Kids on the Block July 2024

Posted on July 26, 2024,
New Staff HR News

Meet the newest members of the CHS family

We hope you will enjoy these introductions to the most recent additions to our staff. Most of us can still remember how overwhelming those first days can be. So, look out for these folks, introduce yourself and offer a warm welcome!

Shelter for Family Safety / Bright Start

Cindi Lorenzana
Cook

Hobbies: Reading, walking, watching series (Netflix).
What motivates you at work? Staying busy.
What’s your idea of a perfect day? Have a tasty meal and relax.
A little-known fact about me is: My family is from Guatemala.
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Costa Rica.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is: The classroom is the smartest not just one person.
The last great TV show/movie I saw: Trolls 3
One of the items on my bucket list is to go sky diving.
If I didn’t have to work, I would travel around the world.



Sioux Falls Children’s Home

Brenda Hansel
Cook

Hometown: Cedar Rapids, IA
Hobbies: Reading
What motivates you at work? Smiles—knowing what I do helped make that happen.
What’s your idea of a perfect day? Sunshine, cool breeze, day off, relaxing with friends and family.
How would your friends describe you? Happy
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to see the Redwood trees.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is: Will this matter in 5 years?
The last great book I read or TV show/movie I saw: The Notebook
If I didn’t have to work, I would do renovation projects.

Tana Harrington
Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Dell Rapids
Hobbies: Barrel racing, exercising and reading.
What motivates you at work? Helping kids that are going through a tough time.
What’s your idea of a perfect day? Sleeping in, going for a walk, reading and spending time with family.
How would your friends describe you? Trustworthy and loyal.
A little-known fact about me is I have an identical twin.


Hazel Rios
Overnight Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Ensenada, Baja California, MX
Hobbies: Going to concerts, video games, baking and cooking.
What motivates you at work? Helping others...and the paycheck.
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to South Korea.
If I didn’t have to work, I would play video games.

Ninnive Plaza
Teaching Assistant, Owen School

Heather Hoeye
Teacher, Owen School

Tammy Huntimer
Learning and Development Advisor



Black Hills Children’s Home

Brandy Page
Residential Youth Counselor

Charles Steinback

Residential Youth Counselor

Dr. Brian Wilson
Psychiatrist

Messengers

Jennifer Laatsch
Business Office Coordinator

Hometown: Hermosa
Hobbies: Crafting/Cricut; sourdough (my sourdough is Evelyn); baking; hiking.
What motivates you at work? Doing something really well.
What’s your idea of a perfect day? April 25: It's not too hot, it's not too cold. You just need a light jacket.
How would your friends describe you? High energy and bubbly.
A little-known fact about me is: I've been to all continents except Antarctica.
My most unusual talent: Quoting movies/shows; knowing movies.
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Ireland.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is: Don't worry about what everyone else is doing.
The last great TV show/movie I saw: Friends.
If I didn’t have to work, I would travel.