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New Kids on the Block May 2023
Posted on May 21, 2023,
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!
Black Hills Children’s Home
Haven Deitz
PT Residential Youth Counselor
Sean Evans
PT Residential Youth Counselor
Dorea Grace
PT Residential Youth Counselor
Samuel Maruszewski
Residential Youth Counselor
Jesse Roltgen
Residential Youth Counselor
Hobbies: Sewing, gardening, crochet, drawing, cooking
A little-known fact about me is I’ve met three presidents and was invited to the White House.
My most unusual talent is sewing wedding dresses.
If I were famous, I would be famous for being able to cook with whatever is available.
The last great TV show or movie I saw was Moana.
Haylee Waldrop
Residential Youth Counselor
Hometown: Helena, MT
Hobbies: Exploring new things (outside) and playing with my daughter.
A little-known fact about me is I would love to move to and run an old farm.
The worst style choice I ever made was crackle nail polish.
My childhood crush was Sharkboy.
If I could have an unlimited supply of anything for the rest of my life it would be land because I would rescue all the shelter animals and buy cows.
Jennifer Williams
Intermediate Education Teacher
Hometown: Vineland, NJ
Hobbies: Reading, hiking, kayaking, my dogs
A little-known fact about me is I can speak 3 languages.
My most unusual talent is keeping my animals alive well past their life expectancy.
If I were famous, I would be famous for having an animal rescue/therapy ranch.
The worst style choice I ever made was trying to get highlights in my black hair. They turned orange and I looked like I had tiger hair for a few days.
Bright Start
Therese Marlette
Nurse Home Visitor
Hometown: Box Elder, SD
If I could travel anywhere, I would Europe because of all the amazing places to visit!
The best advice I have ever been given is to never stop learning.
The worst style choice I ever made was trying a spiral perm.
The last great TV show or movie I saw was The Chosen.
If I didn't have to work, I would watch movies all day.
Shelter for Family Safety
Camille Gunderson
Youth Care Provider
Hometown: Sioux Falls
Hobbies: Powerlifting
A little-known fact about me is my dad is deaf.
My most unusual talent is I can sign (ASL).
The worst style choice I ever made was painting my room pink.
My childhood crush was Troy from High School Musical.
One of the items on my bucket list is travel around the world.
Hannah Hanson
Night Crisis Worker
Hometown: Winner, SD
Hobbies: Traveling, crafting, spending time with friends and family.
A little-known fact about me is I got my BSW and MSW at USD.
My most unusual talent is cooking! I make a new recipe every week.
If I were famous, I would be famous on Tik Tok.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is Follow your own timeline.
My childhood crush was Cole Sprouse from Zack & Cody
Crystal Zitterich
Youth Care Provider
Sioux Falls Children’s Home
Nyadit Adiang
Residential Youth Counselor
Jennifer Byers
Senior Executive Assistant
Hometown: Las Vegas, NV
Hobbies: Hiking, canoeing, camping, gardening, reading and antiquing.
A little-known fact about me is I’m a second-degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is enjoy every minute—life goes fast!
The worst style choice I ever made was everything from the 1980s!
If I didn’t have to work, I would operate a hobby farm and animal sanctuary.
Quinn Hamilton
Residential Youth Counselor
Hometown: Sioux Falls
Hobbies: Photography, spending time with friends and family, walking my dog.
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Greece because it’s so beautiful, also Mamma Mia!
The worst style choice I ever made was wearing a side ponytail every day for years.
The last great TV show or movie I saw was The Office.
If I didn’t have to work I would travel.
Residential Youth Counselor
Hometown: Valley Springs, SD
Hobbies: Reading, public relations work, hiking, writing
A little-known fact about me is I love dogs sooo much!
My most unusual talent is musical talents! Flute, guitar, piano, singing and more.
My childhood crush was Bradley Steven Perry
The worst style choice I ever made was plaid shorts
The last great TV show or movie I saw was F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
Shaylynn Hoefs
Housekeeping Coordinator
Hometown: Bismarck, ND
Hobbies: Shopping
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Bora Bora because it looks so pretty!
One of the items on my bucket list is skydiving.
Physical Education Teacher
Hometown: Sioux Falls
Hobbies: Playing sports, spending time outside, reading.
My most unusual talent is how quickly I can make my closet a mess.
If I could travel anywhere I would go to Banff National Park because I love being outside and hiking.
My childhood crush was Aaron Carter
Renneca Nichols
Intern
Hometown: Sioux Falls
Hobbies: Lifting, plants, walks being outside, fishing
My most unusual talent is I have double-jointed shoulder blades
If I were famous, I would be famous for comedy (day in the life chaos)
The last great TV show or movie I saw was The Night Agent
One of the items on my bucket list is go backpacking in New Zealand
If I could have an unlimited supply of anything for the rest of my life it would be Lululemon because it’s my fav brand ever!
Allison Sanderson
Human Resources Director
Marlie Tekrony
Residential Youth Counselor
Hometown: Brandon, SD
Hobbies: Reading, going on walks with my dog.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is embrace the unknown.
The worst style choice I ever made was colored leggings under jean shorts.
My childhood crush was Zac Efron
The last great TV show or movie I saw was Vampire Diaries
One of the items on my bucket list is skydiving
Mason Thompson
Residential Youth Counselor
Hometown: Sioux Falls
Hobbies: Playing sports, anything outdoors, reading, touring breweries
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Mikonos, Greece because the beach has crystal blue water.
The best advice I’ve ever been given is don’t take life too seriously.
The last great TV show or movie I saw was New Girl (for the fifth time).
One of the items on my bucket list is fly a plane
Katrina Vansickle
Intern
Hometown: Bridgewater, SD
Hobbies: Beach volleyball, lake days, working out
The best advice I’ve ever been given is words 1000% hold power.
My childhood crush was Corbin Bleu
The last great TV show or movie I saw was Love is Blind, Season 3.
If I could have an unlimited supply of anything for the rest of my life it would be Takis because I love them.
Ashley Wilkowski
Intern
Hometown: Winona, MN
Hobbies: Traveling, anything outside (if it’s warm)
A little-known fact about me is I’m left-handed.
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to anywhere warm.
One of the items on my bucket list is to swim with sharks.
