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February and March
2025 Nominations
Madison Parrish- nominated by Amanda Lucy
"She knows how to de-escalate and redirect when needed. Her communication is fantastic! Very thankful for her assistance with our people!"
Strengths: Building teamwork, Helping new co-workers, Filling in when needed, Rapport with our individuals, Communication, Handling stressful situations/De-escalation, Not calling in, Advocating for our individuals
Christina Banks- Nominated by Sarah Mink
"Christina has done a wonderful job connecting and supporting our individuals as well as teammates. None of us are perfect, yet you can tell Christina strives to be a comic relief and team player whilst also supporting and building team work. She does have a very genuine heart and she always can bring a bright spot into any day. Thanks for your dedication and ability to step and support the Focus Ship remaining afloat."
Strengths: Building teamwork, Helping new co-workers, Getting our individuals involved in community activities, Filling in when needed, Rapport with our individuals, Communication, Handling stressful situations/De-escalation, Advocating for our individuals
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Tykeetra Washington -
Nominated by Focus, Inc. On Call Crew
Tykeetra has been so great about filling in and going above and beyond! She has come to our rescue many times. This is a unanimous nomination from the main office on call crew!
Strengths noted: Rapport with our individuals, Handling stressful situations/De-escalation, Communication, Not calling in, Getting our individuals involved in community activities, Filling in when needed, Showing up to work with a smile, Advocating for our individuals
Pamela Landon- Nominated by Freddie Brown
Pamela always go above and beyond to make sure her clients are good! She truely cares about the clients she works with. If I need a fill in for a shift, Pamela is always willing to help out if she can! Thank you Pamela for all that you do for Focus Inc.
Strengths noted: Getting our individuals involved in community activities, Filling in when needed, Rapport with our individuals, Advocating for our individuals, Not calling in
Meagan Montgomery- Nominated by Tressa Hobbs
"Meagan recently became Paragould ADDT Office Manager. In her first week and couple days, she has double checked and fixed January attendance in all forms required, as well as, caught up and corrected February attendance in all required forms and had turned in early! She is super organized and eager to continue learning her new responsibilities! We are really excited to have her advance with us!"
Strengths: Building teamwork, Rapport with our individuals, Communication, Showing up to work with a smile, Handling stressful situations/De-escalation, Advocating for our individuals
Joe Ann Cook - Nominated by Rhonda Hafer Curry
"She is willing to fill in as needed and has worked many extra hours of late. She is very polite and patient with her individual and other staff."
Strengths noted: Filling in when needed, Rapport with our individuals, Communication, T-Logs and ISP notes, and not calling in.
Ashonna Coffey- Nominated by Sarah Mink
Ashonna is dependable, an invested employee who seeks out information to help herself improve in your Job without prompts, and is a team player with other colleagues. She is always willing to step in a lend a helping hand, and she asks questions when she is unaware of what to do.
Strengths noted: Building teamwork, Filling in when needed, Rapport with our individuals, Handling stressful situations/De-escalation, Communication Not calling in, Advocating for our individuals
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March 2025
10+ Years
5-9 Years
Dorothy Crume - 9 years
Tipton Boling - 7 years
Rebbie Gordon - 5 years
1-4 Years
Charlotte Rose - 3 years
Jessica Russom - 3 years
Jason Marion - 2 years
Meshayla Williams - 2 years
Terry Stevenson - 2 years
Christina Banks - 1 year
Francina Raines - 1 year
Eric Taylor - 1 year
Shaunann Williams - 1 year
April 2025
10+ Years
5-9 Years
Hannah Lawrence - 6 years
Rebbie Gordon - 5 years
1-4 Years
Elizabeth Band - 2 years
Cynthia Dixon - 2 years
Cyann Allen - 1 year
Renarda Reed - 1 year