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Jessica Young is the Human Resource Manager at Crossroads Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona. She started her career in healthcare in 2008 and moved into the HR field in 2017. With a degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix, she has developed a passion for helping people, which she has been able to transfer into her HR work at Crossroads. In 2022, she became certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and became a Notary Public. She is an active member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and attends yearly conferences to stay up to date with HR trends and best practices. Outside of work, Jessica enjoys reading, watching football, and spending time with her family and pets.

Dehp® Therapeutic (“Dehp®”) founded in 2014, has Licensed Intensive Out-Patient clinics paneled with AHCCCS, TriWest and commercial insurance. DEHP specializes in Lived Experience, Veterans, Justice Involved, Acute Trauma, PTSD, and Substance Abuse. The 2019 Independent Review Board Preliminary Investigation conducted by the late Dr. Bob Bohanske, reported the Dehp® Integrative Treatment (“dIT”) had an overall Reliable Change Score (“RCS”) of 82% on average of 5.6 sessions in 38.8 days. dIT is a specific series of proprietary applications that reinstate the necessary neuro-somatic interaction needed to process stress, trauma, compound trauma and life experiences in general. In 2020, Josette was awarded the Mercy Care RISE Award for Individual Innovation in Healthcare in Arizona. In 2020, the AZ Department of Veteran Services awarded Dehp® in cooperation with Health Choice, and Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, a $450,000 grant to train 105 Arizona Therapists in the dIT method. Training will continue in 2025.

Mindy Green brings over 23 years of dedicated experience in the behavioral health field to her role as Learning Manager at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health. Throughout her career, Mindy has gained extensive expertise in the provision of foster care services and now leads employee training initiatives to ensure a high-performing workforce. Mindy holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Education and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management. A proud Tucson native and avid Arizona Wildcat fan, Mindy is deeply committed to her community. She actively volunteers as a youth soccer coach and is the proud parent of four children, alongside her supportive husband. Mindy is honored to join the AZAHP Workforce Development Advisory Committee and looks forward to contributing to the advancement of workforce development in Arizona.

Erin Teach is the Workforce Development Manager at Family Involvement Center. Erin has worked in various roles in social services for over twenty years including community outreach, coordination of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities, leadership in foster care and adoption, as well as workforce development. Her greatest accomplishments have involved grant writing and the award of several grant programs: Through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development the grant provided wraparound services for adults with developmental disabilities; The Arizona Department of Child Safety awarded several foster care programs providing family connection and preservation services; and currently a second 4-year award by the Health Resources and Services Administration giving parents in recovery the opportunity to gain college credits in social work and an apprenticeship in parent peer support. Erin has dedicated her career to supporting children, adults and families. She holds a master’s degree in public policy and a yellow belt in Lean Six Sigma.  She loves spending time with her boys and doing yoga.

Jessalyn Ireland is the Training & Development Manager at Focus Employment Services, with 10 years of experience in social work and a commitment to strengthening Arizona's workforce. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Arizona State University and has worked with many diverse and vulnerable populations. Jessalyn started her career as a direct provider and now specializes in designing workforce development plans and training programs that empower providers to deliver high-quality care and meet the unique needs of individuals with disabilities. Her holistic approach to training helps her organization address evolving workforce challenges and improve client outcomes across the state. Outside of work, Jessalyn enjoys HIIT workouts, learning about nutrition, and baking – activities that keep her energized and balanced.

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Christen Chapman is the General Manager of Kaibab Behavioral Services, specializing in HR and operations for small businesses. Known for creating efficient systems and providing compassionate support, she believes in giving every employee a voice and creating a safe space for open dialogue. Christen’s most meaningful insights often come from one-on-one time with her team, where she values listening and proactive problem-solving. She’s proud to have launched Kaibab’s first new hire orientation program, maintaining a 95% satisfaction rating from those she’s onboarded. With a Psychology degree and a minor in Philosophy, Christen brings an empathetic and methodical approach to management. Outside work, she collaborates with a life coach and attends Tony Robbins seminars to fuel her commitment to personal growth. She also loves to go for walks with her fur babies, Sadie and Chessie. New to healthcare, Christen is eager to apply her skills in an industry where she can make a significant impact.

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Alejandra Parra began her career in business, but after relocating to Flagstaff to engage more deeply with her religious organization and found a meaningful path in behavioral health. Over the years, she has worked directly with members, from handling billing processes to providing interpreting and teaching support. Alejandra is proud to serve as the Training and Development Coordinator in Human Resources at The Guidance Center and will be coming up on her 12th anniversary at TGC! In this role, Alejandra is dedicated to developing impactful training programs and resources that empower our employees to grow and advance in their careers. She holds certifications as a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and American Heart Association (AHA) trainer, is an active member of SHRM, and collaborate closely with local law enforcement to support CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) training. Alejandra truly values their close-knit community and is grateful for the opportunity to build connections and foster growth for her team and those that they serve. Living in beautiful Northern Arizona, she enjoy hiking and traveling with her husband, their two boys, and their two beloved pets. Passionate about workforce development, Alejandra looks forward to creating and refining training programs that will support and inspire future generations in her community.

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