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SAFE Haven Staff 

Administration | 211 Racine 
Gang/Crime Diversion Task Force | SAFE Streets | SAFE Passage Transitional Living Program
SAFE Haven Youth Shelter

Employee of the Month

 

Administration

James D. Huycke, CICSW, LCSW
Executive Director

 

 

Jim graduated summa cum laude in psychology from Marquette University in 1979, where he was placed on the Dean's List and inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Sigma Nu, and Psi Chi honor societies. Jim was awarded a Graduate Fellowship and a Child Welfare Training Grant at the University of Wisconsin--Milwaukee, School of Social Welfare, where he earned the masters degree in social work. He was also inducted into the Alpha Delta Mu Social Work Honor Society. Jim continued his studies at the School of Spiritual Psychology in Milwaukee, and has been a Lecturer at Carroll College in Waukesha and at Carthage College in Kenosha. He is currently on the faculty of Mount Mary College and at the University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee. Jim also maintains a chair on the Gateway Technical College Human Services Advisory Committee. He has supervised numerous students in field placement from many of the colleges and universities in southeastern Wisconsin, and is a member of the Wisconsin Council on Social Work Education. Jim has worked as a resident advisor for Marquette University; as a therapist for Chicago area adolescents in residential treatment; and in alcohol and other drug abuse services at the A-Center of Racine, De Paul Rehabilitation Hospital, and the Milwaukee Council on Drug Abuse. Jim has worked with physical and mental health disorders at Milwaukee area agencies such as Saint Mary's Hill Hospital and the Great Lakes Hemophilia Foundation, including work with persons living with HIV and AIDS. Jim has been employed as a psychotherapist at Creative Consulting and Counseling Services, and at the Elmbrook Clinic of Family Social and Psychotherapy Services. He currently serves as the Executive Director of SAFE Haven, the shelter for runaway, homeless and abused children in Racine, Wisconsin. James can be reached at jamesdhuycke@safehavenofracine.org.
Bruce H. Joffe, Ph.D.
Director of Development
Director of Development Bruce H. Joffe manages Safe Haven’s public relations, marketing, development and internal communications, as well as oversees the organization’s human resources. Recently relocated to Racine from the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, he purchased an older property in the city’s downtown area. With a Ph.D. in Business Communication, Bruce has taught a variety of no-nonsense public relations, media, and marketing courses at The American University, George Mason University, and Mary Baldwin College. As president and creative director of a successful public relations firm in the metropolitan Washington, DC, area, Dr. Joffe helped to manage the reputation of his clients for more than 20 years.  He created promotional materials and metrics for large corporations and local businesses to use in their “branding” efforts, while positioning non-profits to raise the bar on the resources and awareness they need to make a real difference. Bruce can be reached at bjoffe@safehavenofracine.org.

Denise Sierra, AA
Director of Finance

Denise earned her Associate of Arts degree in Accounting from Gateway Technical College - Racine in 1978. She has been employed as an accountant at various southeastern Wisconsin companies since that time.  She was a Racine Hotline volunteer in the early 1970s. She has trained in budget preparation, time management, and web page design. Denise became the Director of Finance for SAFE Haven in August of 2000 and is the webmaster for both this web site and the  211racine.info web site. She is mother of two grown daughters, and a grandmother of three. During her off hours, Denise is a yoga instructor with private drop-in classes. Denise can be reached at dsierra@safehavenofracine.org.

211 Racine

Elizabeth Schondelmaier, AA, RACD I
211 Racine Program Coordinator

 

 

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.

Gang/Crime Diversion Task Force

Damian B. Dolley, BA
Gang / Crime Diversion Task Force Program
Topic Facilitator

 

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.

Maurice Horton
Gang/Crime Diversion Task Force Program Coordinator

For the past seven years, Maurice has been the Director of the Gang/Crime Diversion Task force in Racine, Wisconsin. The program deals with at-risk and gang-affiliated youth. Because of his knowledge of gangs and dedication to the program, he has earned certificates and awards from the following; the University of Wisconsin Criminal Justice Institute, the US Department of Transportation Award of Merit, the Public Service Award from the Circle of Recovery, two Racine Police Department Citizen Public Service Awards, the Wisconsin Association of Runaway Services, Certificate of Appreciation for the Ethan Allen School of Boys, the National Emergency Training Center Certificate of Achievement in Maryland, Neighborhood Watch Appreciation Award and the Midwest Gang investigators in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In addition he has received National recognition from the Arkansas Coalition of Juvenile Justice and the Ren Svanvoe youth leadership award from the state of Wisconsin, one of highest award in the state to be received by any single individual.  In March 2004 Maurice was added as a presenter for the world leading gang experts Know Gangs. Com Midwest gang conference. Maurice was also selected to present this June in Chicago, Ill at the HUD Region V national conference. Maurice can be reached at mauricehorton@yahoo.com.

Neal Moore
Gang/Crime Diversion Task Force Program
Topic Facilitator

Neal joined SAFE Haven in the year 2000 putting the total at 5 years of service. Neal completed High School in Milwaukee and enrolled himself in the Milwaukee Area Technical College a year later studying Police Science. “I am very passionate about my music and culinary skills. Together they provide a release from the hectic pace of my day to day duties.” Neal can be reached at nealsmoore@safehavenofracine.org.

SAFE Streets Program (SOP)

Sammy J. Rangel,
CSAC,AA
SAFE Streets Street Outreach program (SOP)
Program Coordinator

 

Sammy is in his senior year at Carthage College working towards his Bachelors Degree in the Social Worker. Sammy is a Clinical Substance Abuse counselor.  Additionally, Sammy is a member of the Disproportionate Minority Confinement Committee, Wisconsin Association for Homeless and Runaway Services Committee, Racine County State Incentive Grant Committee, all related to serving youth. Sammy is also a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Sammy has coordinated the SAFE Streets program for seven years and provides community-street based crisis intervention for county families and youth. Sammy can be found in schools and neighborhoods spreading the agency mission. He is available for presentations and assistance. Sammy can be reached at 262-770-5555 or at sammyrangel@safehavenofracine.org.
 

SAFE Passage Transitional Living Program (TLP)

Theresa Barrett, BSW
SAFE Passage
Transitional Living Program Coordinator

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.

SAFE Haven Youth Shelter (YS)

Melissa A Robinson, BA
SAFE Haven - Youth Shelter
Program Coordinator

 

“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

Larry Huck
SAFE Haven - Youth Shelter
Residential Case Manager

Larry is the 3rd shift Case Manager for the Racine Runaway Program. Larry discovered SAFE Haven through his work on the United Way of Racine County Review Board. Larry was born in Racine and served in the U. S. Army in Europe from 1967-1969. Larry holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. He has been married for 32 years and has three children. Larry enjoys reading about History. The hobby he loves most is umpiring. Larry is a State Certified high school baseball and girls fast pitch softball umpire. Larry has spent his entire life doing "stuff" with teens. They are his favorite people on the planet. Larry can be reached at lhuck@safehavenofracine.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity
and Affirmative Action Policy

SAFE Haven of Racine, Inc. is committed to assuring the active and positive implementation of federal, state and departmental Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action laws, Executive Orders, policies, plans, rules and regulations. Moreover, SAFE Haven dedicates itself to the maximum utilization of its human resources. To this end, SAFE Haven seeks to ensure equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, creed, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation or membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or the State of Wisconsin.

Last Revised:  November, 2006

SAFE Haven of Racine, Inc.
1030 Washington Ave.
Racine, WI  53403

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