We know CHS is filled with stellar employees, so let’s take a moment to celebrate some amazing achievements.

March 24, 2025

• Shelter for Family Safety Crisis Advocate Carissa Vander Velde was recently accepted into the Master of Social Work program at the University of Iowa. Way to go, Carissa!

March 11, 2025

• Shelter for Family Services Crisis Advocate Sami Rasmussen was recently accepted into the Master of Social Work program at the University of South Dakota. Awesome job, Sami!
• Congratulations to WWK Adoption Specialist Tina Graber! Out of almost 600 Adoption Specialists in the United States, Tina’s been chosen as a 2025 Wendy Wonderful Kids recruiter of the year. Bravo, Tina! More information coming soon!

February 24, 2025

• Melissa Joachim will be transitioning from Admin to the Bright Start program as their new Administrative Assistant. Congratulations, Melissa!
• Crisis Advocate JaeLynn Garry has accepted the Outreach Advocate position at Shelter for Family Safety. Way to go, JaeLynn!
• Youth Care Provider Kinzie Telgren was recently accepted into the Graduate Master Social Work program at USD. Awesome job, Kinzie!

January 27, 2025

• Congratulations to Shelter for Family Safety Therapist Rachel Abraham for obtaining her National Certified Counselor (NCC) certification. Way to go, Rachel!
• Tina Reiter recently received her Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) certification and accepted a new role as a Therapist at Shelter for Family Safety. Awesome job, Tina!

December 30, 2024

• Christi Keffeler started a new position earlier this month. She is now the new Director of Clinic Operations for the Rapid City campus. Way to go, Christi!
• Scott Duke accepted a new role as the interim Vice President of Rapid City Campus Operations. He will support developing the outpatient clinic and residential strategies, along with child advocacy and program growth. Welcome, Scott!