OUR STAFF
LEADERSHIP TEAM
ALICIA FAUST
Executive Director
Alicia works closely with the board and staff in order to meet our Mission and Vision. She transitioned to the Executive Director position in August 2020, she joined WDHS in 2016.
Development Director
Aaron supervises our Development team and Willis Dady Programs through public relations, and donor development. He joined Willis Dady in April of 2022.
Employment Services Director
Kelsey supervises Willis Dady's Supported Staffing and Ambassador Employment Programs. She began at Willis Dady in May 2020.
KELSEY CULVER
AARON AMUNDSON
DENINE RUSHING
Shelter Services Director
Denine oversees all aspects of Willis Dady's Emergency Shelter and Overflow Shelter, including Resident Assistants. She has been at Willis Dady since June 2006.
LAUREN WHITE
Housing Services Director
Lauren manages our long-term and short-term housing programs, as well as our shelter-based Veteran Program. She joined the team in December 2020.
CASE MANAGERS
SHANNON FAY
Veteran Programs Manager
Shannon will work with veterans experiencing literal homelessness move to stable housing. Shannon started at Willis Dady in January 2020.
MILLIE ACHEY
Veteran Housing Case Manager
Millie works with Veterans experiencing housing insecurity across eastern Iowa to maintain their housing. Millie began at Willis Dady in Oct. 2023
MARIN NOSKA
Employment Case Manager
Marin works with clients experiencing literal homelessness to gain stable employment opportunities. She joined the team in September 2021.
MAXINE PRIME
Housing Case Manager
Maxine supports clients experiencing homelessness in gaining and maintaining housing. She began at Willis Dady in April of 2022.
AMY EBLE
Housing Case Manager
Amy works in our Rapid Rehousing program to help households experiencing homelessness gain new housing. She began working at Willis Dady in Oct. 2023.
WE'RE HIRING!
Veteran Housing Case Manager
See the full job description online at willisdady.org/jobs.
WE'RE HIRING!
Support Services Case Manager
See the full job description online at willisdady.org/jobs.
CRYSTAL CARTER
Street Outreach Case Manager
Crystal supports individuals in moving from literal homelessness to self-sufficiency through support and advocacy. She began at Willis Dady in June 2019.
ANGELA CHIRINOS
Support Services Navigator
Angela works out of the Downtown CR Public Library to assist individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our community. She began working at Willis Dady in 2023.
VALERIE LAMMERS
Housing Case Manager
Valerie works in our Homeless Prevention program to help those facing evictions remain stably housed. She began working at Willis Dady in Oct. 2023.
SHELTER STAFF
FAITH WALKER
Shelter Manager
Faith oversees Willis Dady's Emergency Shelter, including policies, procedures and client support. She joined Willis Dady in June 2020.
MARTHA CARTER
Shelter Case Manager
Martha works with shelter clients to help them identify their strengths and overcome their barriers. She has been with Willis Dady since September 2011.
RESIDENT ASSISTANTS
Resident Assistants provide direct support to clients at our Emergency Shelter assisting each individual in moving from shelter to stability. Our part-time staff are critical to our Emergency Shelter's operation.
Are you interested in becoming an RA? We're hiring! See the full job description online at willisdady.org/jobs.
OVERFLOW RESIDENT ASSISTANTS
Overflow Resident Assistants support clients at our seasonal, community overflow shelter. They work with individuals to gain stability, make housing plans, and be connected to supportive services.
Are you interested in becoming an Overflow RA? We're hiring! See the full job description online at willisdady.org/jobs.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
ADMINISTRATION
SIERRA POPE
Community Engagement Manager
Sierra works to expand Willis Dady's volunteer program and maintain operational activities. She began working with Willis Dady in June 2020.
ADMINISTRATION
WE'RE HIRING
Grants & Communications Coordinator
Check out the full job description at willisdady.org/job-opportunities
ADMINISTRATION
RICH WAGOR
Data Compliance Specialist
Rich provides data analytic support and assists with program compliance. He joined the Willis Dady team in October 2022.
ADMINISTRATION
OAKLEY ETTER
Staff Accountant
Oakley manages our agency's day-to-day financials, supporting Willis Dady's operations. Oakley started working with Willis Dady in January 2023.
ALLISON HEIN
Development Manager
Allison supports Willis Dady's mission and vision by leading our fundraising campaigns and expanding our agency's reach in the community. She has been with the team since June 2020.
EMMA PHIPPS
Development Coordinator
Emma works to bring awareness of Willis Dady's programs through social media, events, and donor relations. She joined our Willis Dady team in June 2023.
CINDY PETERSEN
Office Manager
Cindy supports the operations of Willis Dady as our Office Manager. Cindy started working with Willis Dady in April of 2022.
DEMARRIO GIBSON
Maintenance & Custodial Technician
Demarrio provides maintenance support to Willis Dady's Emergency Shelter. He joined the team in 2023.
CANDICE CLIFTON
Maintenance & Custodial Technician
Candice provides maintenance support to Willis Dady's PSH apartment and homes. She joined the team in 2023.