2019 Honorees prepare to enjoy their Employee of the Year celebration cake: (L-R) Tavia Davidson, Crystal Morgan, Maria Feleppa, Carlos Vazquez, Brittney Herbert, Nadia Sterling, and Faridulla Niazmand.
Network honored 12 loyal employees who have gone above and beyond in performing their job responsibilities at its Annual Staff Employee of the Year Luncheon on February 28, 2020. The assembled staff brings more than 54 years of program and support services – ranging from residential, day habilitation, quality assurance, case management, infrastructure services and more. This event was organized by WellLife's Human Resources Department and the Employee Engagement Committee.
Twelve Employees Who Embrace Our Mission
Each honoree brings to the workplace their passion and compassion for the people we serve. “Working at Network for many years is like working with family. Together, we work in unison to make a difference,” said Nadia Sterling, Program Director, Horizon Residence. Other award recipients include Tavia Davidson, HCBS; Prince, Consumer Service Coordinator; Naheed Wali, Assistant Payroll Manager; Jessica Thomassen, Clinical Supervisor; Crystal Morgan; Luis Vanegas, Facilities Supervisor; Faridulla Niazmand, IT Support Engineer; Carlos Vasquez, Messenger; Mohanlal Bisram, Transportation Coordinator; Maria Feleppa, Residence Manager; Brittney Herbert, Jr. Benefits Administrator; and Nadia Sterling, Program Director, Horizon residence.
Sherry Tucker, CEO thanked each staff member for their loyalty and dedication and going the 'extra mile' to carry out WellLife's mission. "You make a difference in the lives of 2,500 individuals and families we serve each day Thank you for your special talents and passion."
Honorees received a Certificate of Appreciation and a beautifully detailed pin recognizing their achievements. They then spoke of their journeys at Network and how their efforts made a steadfast impact on the people we serve each day.
Join us in congratulating the award winners. Write to info@WellLifeNetwork.org
The Eagle Has Landed at Network
Boy Scouts Beautify Grounds at PROS Great Neck
In the fall of 2019, Gabriel Stewart of Troop 71 wrote Network if he could initiate an Eagle Scout Service Project for one of our programs. An Eagle Scout Service Project provides the opportunity for a scout to demonstrate leadership of others while performing a project which benefits the community.
After research and interviewing staff at, Gabriel selected our PROS program in Great Neck as the site of his project. He submitted a detailed plan to Sherry Tucker, CEO, Network and worked closely with her and Carolyn Dornstauder, Director, PROS to enhance the landscaping of the PROS facility with planters and perennial shrubs.
Gabriel's proposal went on to explain, "One requirement to become an Eagle Scout is to plan and execute a service project that benefits the community. I have participated in many local charitable projects. I have also earned the importance of giving back and recognizing the needs of others. My project is to beautify the Campus in Great Neck. This project will benefit adults with disabilities who take classes and receive services on this campus."
Gabriel and his volunteers till the soil for the planting beautification.
The Transformation Begins
On a sunny, chilly morning in February, Gabriel and his volunteer began their beautification project. With shovels in hand, the scouts quickly dug planting holes, aerated the soil, added compost and planted the colorful perennial shrubs both in planters and around the perimeter of the campus.
The results were amazing and highlighted how neighbors and caring Scouts can truly make a difference in the lives of others. Network thanks Gabriel for his leadership, patience and entrepreneurial spirit for raising the monies to fund this project and the fellow scout members of Troop 71 who helped him to make it a reality.
PROS - A Recovery-Oriented Program
The PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) program Network is a recovery-oriented program that offers rehabilitation, support, and symptom management, along with art therapy and pre-employment training, to assist individuals with severe and persistent mental illness engage in the process of their recovery.
Volunteers Make It Happen
More than 125 people donated their time and professional and personal skills to Network last year. Volunteers and student interns make a significant and valuable contribution to our organization. If you are interested in volunteering your services, contact Joe Ferrara, Sr. Director, Development at Joe.Ferrara@WellLifeNetwork.org
For more information on PROS please contact Carolyn Dornstauder, Director, PROS. Carolyn.Dornstaudter@WellLifeNetwork.org
Please join me in congratulating Jianwei Chen, Senior Controller, ReyChu Liu, Controller and Cleyvis Maldonado, Director-Contracts the Finance Department on their recent promotions at
Senior Controller, Finance
Congratulations
Please join me in congratulating Jianwei Chen on his promotion to Senior Controller of the Finance Department. In his new role, Jianwei will be spearheading the unification of
He has been employed by Network for sixteen years and has more than 23 years of experience in the field. He has used his knowledge and experience in accounting and finance to streamline processes at
Mr. Chen received his Undergraduate Accounting Degree from Queens College at CUNY and earned a Masters Degree in Finance from St. John’s University. Prior to his employment with
Join us in congratulating Jianwei on his promotion.
Mr. Chen can be contacted at: Jianwei.Chen@WellLifeNetwork.org.
Controller, Finance
Please join me in also congratulating ReyChu Liu on her promotion to Controller. In her new role, Ms. Liu will be responsible for the accounting operations of the company that includes generating periodic financial reports, maintaining our accounting records, and overseeing the Accounting Department.
Rey Chu has been employed at Network for eight years and has more than 25 years of experience in the accounting field. She has used her knowledge to ensure the accuracy of financial reports in a timely manner. The Accounting Department plays a vital role in Network's infrastructure.
Join us in congratulating ReyChu on her promotion.
Ms. Liu can be contacted at: ReyChu.Liu@WellLifeNetwork.org
Director of Contracts, Finance
We also congratulate
Ms. Maldonado has worked for
Ms. Maldonado has an undergraduate degree from CUNY Hunter College. She reports directly to Jianwei Chen, Senior Controller and Lori Alameda, Vice President, CFO and will be based at the Main office in Flushing.
Join us in congratulating Cleyvis on her promotion.
She can be contacted at: Cleyvis.Maldonado@WellLifeNetwork.org
2020 Workshops Overview
We are pleased to present the Network 2020 Schedule for its Training Workshops. These training/workshop opportunities support the development of community connection, inter-agency and internal collaboration, basic and advanced assessment and intervention skills.
Workshops are custom designed for community stakeholders, clinical/non-clinical staff, educators, families, students, and other concerned citizens
Be sure to Mark Your Calendar or REGISTER NOW to participate in these contemporary and informative workshops.
February
- February 25 – Hoarding
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
March
- March 3- Workplace Burnout
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
- March 17 - Grief and Loss (Adults)
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- March 31 - In Pursuit of Happiness
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
April
- April 20
Comprehensive Suicide Risk Assessment (Youth Version)
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- April 28
Comprehensive Suicide Risk Assessment (Adult Version)
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
May
- May 22 - Interfacing with Difficult People
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- May 26 - Comprehensive Suicide Risk Assessment for Youth
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
June
- June 2 - Eating Disorders
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
- June 17 - Suicide Postvention is Suicide Prevention
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- June 23 - Loneliness: A Culture of Disconnected and Lonely Individuals
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
July
- July 13 - Comprehensive Suicide Risk Assessment (Adult Version
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
August
- August 4 - Engaging and Working with Individuals with Suicidal Thoughts
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
- August 12 - Creating Suicide Safer Schools
Huntington 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
September
- September 10 - SafeTALK in Honor of World Suicide Prevention Day
Huntington - 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
- September 22 - Mental Health Awareness
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
October
- October 6 - Hoarding
Flushing - 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
- October 27 - How to Work with At-Risk Kids at School
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
November
- November 3 - Motivational Interviewing
Coram - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- November 11 - SafeTALK
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- November 16 - In the Pursuit of Happiness
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
- November 24 - Interventions with Individuals with Self-Destructive Behavior
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
December
- December 1 – Trauma-Informed Care
Flushing - 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
- December 11 - Compassion Fatigue
Huntington - 9:30 AM -12:30 PM
Location Guide:
Flushing: 142-02 20th Avenue, 3rd. Floor, Flushing, NY 11351
Huntington: 55 Horizon Drive, Huntington, NY 11743
Coram: 3600 Route-112, Coram, NY 11727
CEU Credits
Most Workshops offer CEU credits if applicable: WellLife Network is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board as an approved provider of Continuing Education for Licensed Mental Health Counselors, MHC-0074; Licensed Social Workers, #SW0451
For questions and additional information, please contact Dr. Max Banilivy: max.banilivy@welllifenetwork.org
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Please join me in congratulating Aldkida Jones-Philbert, Vice President, Human Resources and Veronika Omole, Director, Community-Based Services on their recent promotions
Jones-Philbert
Vice President, Human Resources
Congratulations
Congratulations to Aldkida Jones-Philbert on her promotion to Vice President of Human Resources. In her new role, Aldkida will be spearheading and implementing the human
Ms. Jones-Philbert has been employed by Network for fourteen years and has many years of experience in the field. She built her career in Well Life through a variety of positions, including Benefits Administrator, Assistant Director, Deputy Director, and most recently Human Resources Director.
Join us in congratulating Aldkida Jones-Philbert on her promotion.
Contact: Aldkida.Jones@WellLifeNetwork.org.
Veronika Omole
Director, Community-Based Services
Please join me in congratulating Veronika Omole on her promotion to Director of Community-Based Services. In her new role Veronika is responsible for Bridger, Pathway Adult Home Plus, Behavioral Health Adult HCBS (NYC and on Long Island), Bed & Respite (Short-Term Crisis Respite), NYC and Long Island Recovery Coordination and Long Island Supported Housing.
Veronika has been employed by Network for over eighteen years and has almost 25 years of experience within the field. Through Veronika's leadership, several programs Network as "top providers" in New York State. In 2019, one of her programs was recognized for its performance and provided with Infrastructure Funding for over $1.1 million dollars. Veronika also serves on the Board of Directors for the Association for Community Living (ACL) where is a voting member.
Veronika received her undergraduate degree from the College of New Rochelle and Masters Degrees in Social Work from New York University. She also holds certifications in Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) from CUNY Hunter College School of Social Work and Social Sector Leadership from the University of California - Berkeley (Haas). She will be reporting directly to Rebecca Costa, Vice President, Children and Family Services; Addiction Recovery Services and -Based Services.
Join us in congratulating Veronika on her promotion.
Contact: Veronika.Omole@WellLifeNetwork.org
International Volunteer Day (IDV) mandated by the UN General Assembly, is held each year on 5 December. It is viewed as a unique chance for volunteers and organizations to celebrate their efforts, to share their values, and to promote their work among their communities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, government authorities and the private sector. read more
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