Meet our Career and Community Connections Team
Leadership
Tania Scott
Director of
Career and Community Connections
Dominique Sherwood, Snohomish County Manager
Dominique joined the Sherwood Team in 2022 and has a background in Social Service, Education, and Insurance, and is passionate about providing the support and encouragement to help individuals achieved their goals and aspirations. They believe everyone has the right to access meaningful connections in their community, whether through employment or community inclusion, and they are committed to helping others with compassion and integrity. Outside of work, Dominique enjoys spending time with their family and son, exploring the beautiful state of Washington hiking, kayaking, and camping.
Angie Ramsey, Island County Manager
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I have worked in this field since 2013 when I moved to Washington State from the Midwest. The opportunity to support people in our communities to secure and maintain meaningful, engaging employment keeps me coming back every day with a sense of clarity and purpose. I enjoy turning community connections into job matches that benefit the people we serve as well as the businesses we support. In my role I get to support our amazing team of Employment Specialists providing excellent career and community connection services in Island and Skagit Counties. In my free time you’ll find me with my husband and two young kiddos- hiking, beach-going, reading and watching movies on beautiful Whidbey Island.
Evyn Hansford, San Juan County Manager
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My name is Evyn Hansford. I have been an Employment Specialist 1 with Sherwood Community Services since February 2022. I love helping people. I believe it is important for all people to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I have had experience interacting and working with people with differing disabilities before starting with Sherwood. This job at Sherwood has been a dream come true.
Sherwood's Career and Community Connection Team
Snohomish County
Gayle McGinnis, Quality Assurance and Billing Administrator
(Snohomish County)
Gayle joined the Sherwood team as an Employment Specialist in 2017. She has a passion for helping others reach their employment goals and lead independent lives. Gayle enjoys spending time with her family, baking and traveling
Brandon Adkins, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Alassan Ceesay, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Veronica Coffman-Salvador, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
James Hagglund, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Jame joined Sherwood in November of 2023. He is passionate about helping families and fostering a strong community. In his free time, James enjoys golfing, attending local music and sporting events, and spending quality moments with family and friends. Volunteering is a significant part of his life as well, allowing him to give back and make a positive impact. James' commitment to community service and personal connections defines who he is.
Mackenzie Hopkins, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Michelle McLaughlin, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Gena Miller, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Gena joined the Sherwood team in March 2023 with previous Employment Specialist & Community Inclusion Support experience. She was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and is grateful to call it home today. Gena's experience of having two younger brothers with disabilities, along with being a caregiver for individuals with mobility barriers, made her a close witness to the challenges faced by people with disabilities. This is what fuels Gena's commitment to support and empower her clients and to advocate for more inclusive work and social environments for everyone.
Lisa Scoville, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
Desirae Sherwood, Employment Specialist I
(Snohomish County)
I have lived in Washington for just a few years and I grew up alongside my brother who has a developmental disability. I noticed how difficult the process of getting a job was for him. When I heard about the work Sherwood Community Services does, I jumped at the opportunity to be a part of it. My main passion and driving force in life is helping people and making a difference. I enjoy being around others and enjoy developing my skills in order to make change and a lasting impact. My overall goal in life is to spread love and allow people to feel valued and fulfilled.
Skagit County
Lindsay Raitz, Skagit County Manager
I have been in the field for 10 years. My passion is ensuring that each one of the client’s that we support reach their career and community goals and become integrated within their community! Integration and education is my biggest priority. I want to be able to be sure that our clients have all the resources they need to be able to participate in community activities, and that they know all of their options and what services are available to them.
Jolynn Rothrock, Employment Specialist II
(Skagit County)
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I am a Graduate of UW and taught school for a short time before making Sherwood my career. I have been at Sherwood for over 30 years and making a difference and Sherwood’s mission our words I live my life by.
Priscila Urbanski, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
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I joined the Sherwood team as an Employment Specialist I in January 2023. I graduated as a Special Education Teacher in 2017 in Argentina and since then I am working with people with differing disabilities. I enjoy helping people and I strongly believe that work changes lives, provides autonomy, independence and good self- esteem. I feel like Sherwood’s mission matches with my values and I am really happy to be part of this team. Outside of work you will find me skating and enjoying nature.
Alexis Collins, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Abigayle Curry, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Alexus Garcia, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Kristi Hovey, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Sherri Haney, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Laurie McFarland, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Chris Reed, Employment Specialist I
(Skagit County)
Island County
Kevin Wang, Employment Specialist II
(Island County)
Kim Schaaf, Employment Specialist I
(Island County)
It is my love of people, and my desire to help people, that makes working with Sherwood as an Employment Specialist the perfect career for me. Although I am new to living on the Island I have been a resident of Oak Harbor in my heart for years. Since my move, I have thrown myself into the community and I couldn’t be happier!
Megan Owen, Employment Specialist I
(Island County)
Megan joined the Sherwood team in November of 2023 having 3 years of social services experience and over 12 years of experience in the medical field prior. Social justice has been a constant driver throughout their academic, vocational, and personal journey. Joining the Sherwood team was an obvious opportunity to continue serving under-represented populations in our community. Megan enjoys forest bathing with their dogs, painting, dancing to music, and trying new plant-based recipes.
Carlos Coleman, Employment Specialist I
(Island County)
Paula Morehouse, Employment Specialist I
(Island County)
Ben Kaplan, Employment Specialist I
(Island County)
Derek Thompson, Employment Specialist I
(Island County)
San Juan County
Alan Johnson, Employment Specialist I
(San Juan County)