PRODUCTIVE ALTERNATIVES - Key Persons
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- Site Treatment Director, CSU
Beth oversees the day to day operations of CSU, including programming, staff, building, supplies, budget, etc. The best part of her job is the collaboration within our communities, and watching miracles happen every day.
"I love to be by one of our beautiful lakes fishing and relaxing with friends and family."
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- Alexandria & Hoffman Day Services Manager
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- Chairman / Fergus Falls, MN
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- Director of Transportation Services
Managing a bus service that moves the public as well as Productive Alternatives' clients around a huge area of west central Minnesota is a major task, but Daryn makes it look (almost) easy. His favorite part of the job? "Great coworkers, and being able to get involved at the state level with the Minnesota Public Transit Association Board of Directors."
When not at work, Daryn enjoys sports, relaxing on the pontoon, fishing, deer hunting, traveling, spending time with family and especially his grandson.
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- Board Member / Fergus Falls, MN
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- Fergus Falls Day Services Manager
I was hired December 2014. My current job title is Program Director. I share this responsibility with Mary Knutson. We do so many different things in this job it is difficult to pinpoint one. Managing staff, paperwork, communication and coordination with outside agencies, communicating with and advocating for the people we serve, etc, etc. The variety, no day is the same. My personal interests are gardening, walking outside, reading, spending time with family and friends, exploring, ancestry, my pets (1 cat and 1 dog), and shopping mostly at second hand stores.
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- Board Member / Alexandria, MN
Hannah started here in 2009, and one of the main roles of her job is to create, facilitate, and conduct department-specific training and general corporate-wide training. She really enjoys getting to meet everyone that works at Productive Alternatives, Inc.
When not at work, Hannah enjoys watching her girls' athletic teams, traveling, reading, quilting, and fitness.
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- Perham Day Services Manager
Heather plans, coordinates, and oversees client programming. She writes programs based on what the client wants and needs. "What I like best about this job is helping our individuals achieve their goals and happiness."
Heather loves to be outdoors, gardening, camping, spending time with family and friends, and scrap-booking.
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- Secretary - Treasurer / Perham, MN
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- Director of Rehab Services
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- Board Member / Farwell, MN
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- Fergus Falls Day Services Manager
I was hired December 2014. My current job title is Program Director. I share this responsibility with Mary Knutson. We do so many different things in this job it is difficult to pinpoint one. Managing staff, paperwork, communication and coordination with outside agencies, communicating with and advocating for the people we serve, etc, etc. The variety, no day is the same. My personal interests are gardening, walking outside, reading, spending time with family and friends, exploring, ancestry, my pets (1 cat and 1 dog), and shopping mostly at second hand stores.
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- Systems Integration Manager
Kevin has been with Productive Alternatives since 1997, and handles the day to day management of the Brainerd office and business operations. "I enjoy the diversity of our agency in that we can go after just about anything if it fits within our mission. I've met some really great people in this business and I love seeing our consumers grow and succeed."
Kevin has played in rock and roll bands most of his life, and still finds time to record songs and occasionally plays with friends. He also plays competitive pool, and loves to be outdoors, hiking and hunting and staying physically fit.
Kristie oversees daily operations of the Moorhead office, which includes department programming, job sites, placement, and supported employment. Kristie is passionate about helping individuals improve their quality of life by finding them meaningful employment.
Kristie is a Mom to three active boys, and enjoys watching them in all their activities.
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- Quality Services Director
Lynette started at Productive Alternatives in 1989 and has held five positions over the years. In her current position, Lynette oversees licensing and accreditation compliance, administers the workers compensation program, and supervises the Adult Day and Staff Development Coordinators. Her favorite aspect of working at Productive Alternatives? "I love the variety of tasks I get to do - nothing is routine."
Lynette lives in a 120-year-old house and is an avid "DIY-er". That spilled over into antique restoration, and she's always looking for a project in need of rescuing.
Mike is responsible for all Day Services throughout the agency. He also manages all the production business for Productive Alternatives. Mike is the Past President and currently serves on the Board of Directors for MOHR (Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation) "I love the fact that Productive Alternatives, Inc. is diversified with the services we provide. Our mission is serving everyone that needs our help."
Outside of work Mike enjoys spending lake time with his family, golfing, and sporting events.
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- Perham Day Services Manager
Heather plans, coordinates, and oversees client programming. She writes programs based on what the client wants and needs. "What I like best about this job is helping our individuals achieve their goals and happiness."
Heather loves to be outdoors, gardening, camping, spending time with family and friends, and scrap-booking.
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- Board Member / Fergus Falls, MN
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- Vice Chair / Fergus Falls, MN