Our Board of Directors work diligently to bring quality mental health, recovery, and children’s services to those in need. With representatives from varying parts of our community, our Board helps guide the organization to widespread, meaningful impact.

Board of Directors

Josh Rohs
President

Managing Director Upper Midwest Region
EAD

Kelley Watson
Vice President

Director of Worksite Benefits
Trupanion

Kelly Rybicki
Secretary

Program Manager
USCRI

Fred Einspahr
Treasurer

Retired President
CEO SWMI Innovations Center

Lori Foor
Immediate Past President

Community Volunteer

Colleen Semler

Community Volunteer, Pharmacist

Ronda Shorter

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Lifestance Health

Melinda Gruber, PhD, MBA, CNA

VP Medical Group and Rehabilitation Services

Corewell Health Southwest

 

Blanca Escalante, LMSW-Clinical

Director for Children and Family Services
Global Refuge

A. Celeste Shelton-Harris, EdD

WMU Adjunct Professor, Retired PPS Administrator

Susan Terranella

Director of Development & Marketing
MRC Industries

Nancy Anderson

Realtor
Berkshire Hathaway

Brenda O’Rourke, RN, BSN

MCH Division Manager, KCHCS

Brina Tiemeyer

Director of Clinical Services
Wedgwood Christian Services

BOARD MEMBERS EMERITI

Elizabeth Upjohn Mason

Janice M. Brown, Ed.D.

The Honorable William G. Schma

Scott Levene

Otto Kreuzer

Andy Dominianni

Melissa Hartridge

JOIN OUR BOARD

Community Healing Centers in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking dedicated individuals with a passion for helping children, adults and families heal from the trauma of abuse, addiction and behavioral and mental health disorders to join our Board. If you’re looking for an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our community, please consider applying!

  • Ideal candidates will be active participants, work collaboratively with the CEO and Board members, and be willing to dedicate their time and energy to the organization’s mission and goals.
  • Willingness to participate in Board meetings, committee work, and fundraising initiatives is essential. Openness to ongoing learning and growth as a Board member is expected.
  • Ideal candidates will have varying backgrounds, bringing diverse perspectives and skill sets to the Board.
  • We welcome Board members with connections to the local community and experience in advocacy, policymaking, or leadership roles.
  • Seeking individuals committed to promoting equity and inclusivity in all aspects of the organization’s operations and services.
  • Must be willing to demonstrate a 100% giving mindset: We seek board members who are passionate about the organization’s mission and committed to making a difference in the community. Giving means more than just financial contributions; it involves actively engaging in the organization’s fundraising efforts and dedicating time, energy, and expertise to support our goals.

Interested? Contact Nancy Anderson at nancyanderson0441@gmail.com