Elizabeth Schondelmaier was hired in May 2006 for the position of 2-1-1 Racine Information and Referral Specialist.  On August 1, 2006, Elizabeth was promoted to the newly created position of 2-1-1 Racine First Shift Information and Referral Specialist.  Then in March of 2007 Elizabeth became the 2-1-1 Racine Interim Program Coordinator.  In May of 2007 Elizabeth became the permanent 2-1-1 Racine Program Coordinator.  Elizabeth attended Gateway Technical College in Racine, WI where she earned her Associated of Applied Science degree in Human Services.  Elizabeth currently attends, and has one year to go, Upper Iowa University, where she is working towards a Bachelor’s degree in psychology with a social work certificate.  Elizabeth is also a Registered Alcohol and Drug counselor I (RADC I).  Elizabeth is currently earning field hours to become a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II and then a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor III.  Elizabeth is also on the newly formed Racine Infant Mortality Coalition.  In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with friends and watching movies. Elizabeth can be reached at eschondelmair@211racine.info.

For the past six years Damian has been involved with the positive development of at-risk youth and fragile families, four years of the six being with the Gang / Crime Diversion Task Force. Damian’s extensive knowledge of fragile families, gangs, drugs, independent living, and overall street-life, came when he ran the streets of Chicago’s West-side for twenty-five years. In 1992 Damian acquired his B. A. Degree in Elementary / Special Education. On October 5, 2005 Damian presented at his first National Conference on Gang Trends and Awareness to the Arkansas Coalition of Juvenile Justice. On October 20, 2005, Damian was the Dinner Keynote Address Speaker at The Wisconsin Association for Homeless and Runaway Services Conference. Damian has been awarded the Public Service Award from the City of Racine, WI Police Department, and a Certificate of Congratulation Citizen Award from Senator Plache and the State of Wisconsin. He also has an Certificate of Recognition from the Governor of Arkansas Mike Huckabee for his outstanding presentation. Damian is a very proud member of the South Gate Lodge #6 Free & Accepted Masons, Prince Hall Affiliated. Damian is a member of the Midwest Gang Investigators Association, and has completed and is certificated in several trainings to enhance his skills helping to build a brighter and prosperous community. Damian Dolley is committed to the positive development of every community. Damian’s favorite quote is, “The most you can ever do is the best you can, so do it”. Damian can be reached at ddolley@safehavenofracine.org.

Theresa Barrett (formerly Chapman), was hired as Youth Shelter Relief Staff in November of 2001. She was promoted to Youth Shelter Case Manager A after three weeks of hire. One month after that she was promoted to Youth Shelter Program Coordinator where she worked for about 4 years. Then in May 2006 she was hired  for her current position of SAFE Passage Program Coordinator. Theresa received her BSW from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She has 5 years of experience coaching high school basketball. She is currently the President of the Homeless Assistance Coalition of Racine County and an active member of the Evaluation Committee and the Grant Planning Committee. Theresa is also a voting member of the Family Violence Community Coalition and serves as a Steering Committee Member. She is the Chair of the Child Witness to Violence Subcommittee and an active member of the Web Site Subcommittee. Theresa is an active member of the Racine Community Coalition for Youth. Theresa can be reached at tchapman@safehavenofracine.org.

“I believe that a beautiful smile has the power to brighten a person’s day and that’s how I make it, by smiling.”  Melissa Robinson was hired in September 2006 as a 211 operator and in May 2007 Melissa took leave to work as a YMCA Lifeguard at a youth camp in Westwood, CA.  She was re-hired in September 2007 as a Youth Shelter Relief staff and in January 2008 she was promoted to the Youth Shelter Program Coordinator position, which she currently holds.  In May 2007 Melissa graduated Dean’s List with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from University of Wisconsin- Parkside.  Melissa’s previous work as an Infant/ Toddler teacher for 2 ˝ years played a key factor in her career focus on working with youth.  Melissa plans to pursue a graduate certificate in Non-Profit Management at the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee with The Helen Bader Institute for Nonprofit Management.  In her spare time she enjoys reading and exercising. Melissa can be reached at mrobinson@safehavenofracine.org.