Our IRIS Consultants have more than 300 years of combined Self-Directed Services experience. We help our participants make plans and work within their service budgets to meet their specific needs and personal preferences. Our staff members are experts in helping develop plans that take into account budget size, eligibility parameters, natural supports, and existing community resources.
Meet Our Program Managers
Anna Halverson, Program Manager
I have been working with people with disabilities for 10 years. In college, I worked at a summer camp for children with behavioral and developmental disabilities. This helped me figured out what I wanted to do with her life. After earning her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theater Performance, I moved to the Washington D.C. metro area, where I was trained as an ABA therapist and taught students on the Autism Spectrum. Read More…
Jaimie Kluge, Program Manager
I feel I was a born Social Worker; I feel fulfilled being able to help other’s achieve their goals. I love creatively problem-solving and working collaboratively on teams to work towards a common goal of helping others. It truly has been my honor to be involved, and at times a catalyst, for the improvement in the lives of the people I support. In my spare time, I enjoy biking, swimming, and camping with my husband and energetic 2.5-year-old son. Read More…
Katie Yantorni-Burt, Program Manager
I have been working with people with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. Throughout that time, I have worked with people ranging in age from 10-85. I have helped provide support to those with mental illness, severe physical limitations, substance abuse, Alzheimer’s or dementia and individuals with violent and self-injurious behaviors. Read More…
Meet Our Consultants
Alexi O’Sullivan, IRIS Consultant
I have provided case management services to individuals with developmental disabilities since 2014, in both the CIP/COP waivers as well as in a managed care organization through Family Care. While working on my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater I was a direct care provider for a residential agency providing services to adults with developmental and physical disabilities. Read More…
Becki Manley, IRIS Consultant
I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries for the last 12 years. I began working direct care with two individuals with disabilities in college and loved working with the DD population. I moved to Madison in 2008 and have worked as a Residential Program Manager for adults with developmentally disabilities and traumatic brain injuries for the last 10 years. Read More…
Caitlin Cahill, IRIS Consultant
My experience comes from working for a non-profit organizations in Dane County. I have over 10 years of experience working with adults with both physical and developmental disabilities. I’ve provided vocational skills training and coaching, as well as day program supports. Read More…
Chad Cartwright, IRIS Consultant
Chad Cartwright has been working with people who experience physical and developmental disabilities, mental illness as well as frail elders for more than 29 years. He graduated in 1995 from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. While attending university Mr. Cartwright worked with adults who experience disabilities in their homes. After graduation, he worked with adults who experience disabilities at their jobs. Read More…
Christine Dutkiewicz, IRIS Consultant
I am currently a Master of Social Work student at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. I have experience working in residential mental health, community social work, and re-entry programming. I have also completed continuing education courses in substance use. I enjoy working with people to achieve goals in various domains including housing, employment, and benefits. Read More…
Claire Maki, IRIS Consultant
I have extensive experience in healthcare, including working as a Pharmacy Technician where I handled medication preparation, managed pharmaceutical products, and ensured compliance with safety regulations. As a Lead Resource Navigator, I supported individuals navigating complex healthcare, mental health systems, housing, transportation, and other resources. Read More…
Danielle Johansen, IRIS Consultant
Over 15 years’ experience involving direct care, respite, crisis intervention and Residential Management. I enjoy meeting new people and helping those who need it. Read More…
Ellie Nasisse, IRIS Consultant
Most of my experience has been working with young adults experiencing homelessness, addiction, and/or developmental/physical disabilities. I worked to minimize the barriers to social services and create individualized, self-directed plans to meet each participant’s wants and needs. Read More…
Emily Ruhser, IRIS Consultant
I was a Special Education Teacher for 10 years before transitioning to my current position as an IRIS Consultant. I taught in Iowa, Illinois, Georgia, and Wisconsin. I enjoy working with people with autism, youth in transition, mental health, experience with assisted technology. Read More…
Fallon Campbell, IRIS Consultant
I have experience working with individuals of all ages with both physical and developmental disabilities. While attending college I worked as a part time assistant in the special education programs. I worked with individuals from ages 4 to 21 with all different backgrounds and abilities. This included those with behavioral and mental health needs. Read More…
Jackie Irving, IRIS Consultant
I have worked in a variety of settings including vocational, residential, and recreational which has given me great background knowledge for case management and as an IRIS Consultant. I enjoy working collaboratively to create the best plan to fit the needs of the individual. I enjoy helping individuals create goals while promoting their independence.
In my spare time, I enjoy being active; running, hiking, and being outdoors. Read More…
Jessie Householder, IRIS Consultant
I have worked with adults in a residential setting with a wide variety of Developmental Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health issues, and other medical conditions since 2010. I was a Program Manager and supervised the direct care staff who provided day-to-day care for individuals with Developmental Disabilities or TBI. Read More…
Joannah Szymczak, IRIS Consultant
I have nearly 20 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, with approximately 12 years experience providing case management, service facilitation or program coordination. I have worked with people (both adults and children) with developmental disabilities, autism and severe and persistent mental illness. Read More…
Kelli Schmidt, IRIS Consultant
I have been working with people with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and frail elders for the past twenty years. While earning my Bachelor of Science in Social Work at UW-Eau Claire, I worked as a respite care provider for families with children who have disabilities, and also worked as a direct care staff for a residential agency. Read More…
Kristi Servais, IRIS Consultant
I have over ten years of experience working with both children and adults with developmental disabilities. Although the beginning of my career was focused more on community involvement and outreach, that all changed when my first nephew was born with cerebral palsy. Read More…
Laura Everson, IRIS Consultant
I have not only grown up with a sibling with a disability but have dedicated my career to being the best advocate possible. I have 4 years of hands-on experience supporting individuals in their own homes and community through a residential agency right here in Madison. Additionally, I have experience supporting Children and Teens in Read More…
Lisa Karau, IRIS Consultant
I start working for Progressive Community Services in 2016 after working in Sauk County for 19 years. I missed working as a Long-Term Care Manager and developing a relationship with her clients. At the Aging And Disability Resource Center, I was able to work with a wide variety of clients but my contact was very short term. Read More…
Meg Sias, IRIS Consultant
Over the past 15 years I have worn many hats in the human service field. My experiences range from teaching and coordinating programming in the K-12 system to advising and managing students’ success in higher education. Most recently, I have been trained in therapeutic methods to help individuals and families navigate mental health challenges. Read More…
Mindy Austin, IRIS Consultant
I have a bachelor’s degree in human services/management and a background in various roles in Long Term Care settings including: Direct Support/Caregiver, a facility and staff manager for a 65 bed Assisted Living and Memory Care Unit, a Case Manager for My Choice-Family Care Program, and as an IRIS Consultant. Read More…
Nicolette Begeman, IRIS Consultant
Since graduating college, I have been fortunate to work with several non-profit agencies in Dane County, and have supported a variety of individuals and their families. For many years I worked with and supported adults with physical and developmental disabilities through various coordinator roles. Read More…
Ronni Huschka, IRIS Consultant
For nearly 20 years I have worked with older adults and people with physical disabilities. Throughout my career I have provided information and referral services, case management and supervised direct care staff who provided personal care and chore services. Read More…
Sara Hurley, IRIS Consultant
I enjoy helping people live their lives the way they want to live and being an integral part of a person’s team helping them to accomplish their goals Most recently I was a housing counselor with Movin’ Out assisting people with disabilities realize their dream of homeownership, repairs and accessibility. Read More…
Shannon Molepske, IRIS Consultant
I have 30+ years of experience supporting children, teens and adults with developmental disabilities in community, home and work settings. I started teaching special education catechism classes as a teenager and met some amazing children that changed my life! Read More…
Tammy Peters, IRIS Consultant
I have over 25 years of working with individuals with disabilities. I worked as a residential case manager when first entering human services and have now been doing case management/brokering for approximately 20 years. I pride myself in the long-term relationships I have had with many of the consumers/families I worked with for 20 years or more. I believe in creating individual and unique plans for individuals to live the most independent life they can. Read More…
Tia Sundby, IRIS Consultant
I have been in several roles throughout the years that include supporting individuals with disabilities. I worked in the school settings where I was both a special education teacher and second grade classroom teacher for several years. In my role as special education teacher, I was responsible for developing and implementing IEPS for students. Read More…
Vickie Roloff, IRIS Consultant
As an IC, I help provide a comprehensive and detailed IRIS program orientation to participants related to self-direction, support and service plan development (ISSP), and individual budget management. I help participants develop plans and work within their service budgets to meet their specific needs and personal preferences. Read More…
Victoria Estrada, IRIS Consultant
I have experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities ages 0-21. While in college I was an intern at the Epilepsy Foundation of Wisconsin where I worked with adults with epilepsy through one-on-one meetings and participating in support groups. I have a passion for working with individuals with disabilities. Read More…