2006 Employees of the Year

Amy Ditty, Branch Manager of Employment (Warrensburg)
Schylon Atkins, Speech Language Pathologist for Medical Services (Downtown)

In 2006, the Institute broke from tradition and selected two employees to be honored with the title Employee of the Year. Although Amy and Schylon work in very different locations and program areas, both have demonstrated the attributes, attitudes and actions befitting an Employee of the Year. They have are committed to helping others (clients and coworkers), maintain positive attitudes and advance our mission, Building Brighter Futures for children and adults with disabilities. Amy?s work assists individuals with disabilities identify and secure competitive employment. Schylon assists newly disabled individuals regain lost abilities related to speech and cognitive function.

Director of Family Services Recognized for Achievements
Terrie Price, PhD, Director of Family Services, was recognized in recent months for several significant achievements. Dr. Price was awarded specialty certification in professional psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP), a distinction held by less than 5% of clinical psychologists. ABPP designation represents the highest level of achievement for a psychologist and requires successful completion of a rigorous written and oral examination by peers in clinical practice.

Dr. Price was also elected in December 2006 to serve a second term as president of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers 0(AASCIPSW). The national organization focuses on expanding opportunities and improving the quality of life for people with spinal cord disabilities. Paul Tobin, Executive Director of United Spinal Association, applauded Dr. Price?s contributions and remarked that her ?dedication is particularly impressive when one considers that these volunteer activities are performed in addition to full time clinical and administrative responsibilities.?

Dr. Price has been employed by The Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City since 1991 and oversees the Institute?s neuropsychology, social work and memory clinic services.

Employees of the Month

February 2007
Mary Henry
Service Coordinator, Admissions

January 2007
Lola Vanschoelandt
Secretary, Employment Services

December 2006
Jo Walls
Secretary, Neuropsycology

November 2006
Brendan Smith
Occupational Therapist, Senior Services

October 2006
Petra Wolf
Occupational Therapist, Pediatric/Adolescent Program

September 2006
Annette Lewer
Occupational Therapist, Pediatric/Adolescent Program

August 2006
DJ Tracy
Employment Training Specialist, Independence Office

July 2006
Schylon Atkins
Speech Therapist, Adult Medical Programs

June 2006
Bea Grayson
Technician, Medical Records

May 2006
Amy Ditty
Branch Manager/Employment Services, Warrensburg

April 2006
Helen Brown
Payroll Specialist, Finance

March 2006
Denise Rounds
Medical Transcriptionist, Transcription

March 2006
Denise Rounds
Medical Transcriptionist, Transcription