Chestnut Knoll employees recognized for years of dedication
When employees are recognized for their achievements, hard work, and dedication, it has an impact on employee satisfaction and commitment. Chestnut Knoll recognizes the work that each of their employees put into their job, and regularly rewards those who have longevity in the company, or go above and beyond their roles.
This month, 25 Chestnut Knoll Personal Care, Memory Care, and At Home employees were honored in “The President’s Club” for their years of dedication to Chestnut Knoll.
“The President’s Club was created to honor our employees who have been with us for 11 years or more,” said Shawn Barndt, executive director. “It is important to let employees know they are appreciated in their job, and we are grateful to have so many staff members who love what they do each day.”
The following employees were honored for having 1116 years of service to Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care:
Shawn Barndt, executive director, 16 years Virginia Kreibel, home care assistant, 16 years Cindy Mehlman, dining services, 16 years Crystal Varady, environmental service director, 16 years
Sherry Goodall, care assistant, 15 years Debbra Sundstrom, care assistant supervisor, 15 years Linda Cimino, care assistant, 14 years Kathy Flicker, care assistant, 14 years (14 years of perfect attendance) Jodie Daniels, assistant executive director, 13 years Linda Detwiler, director of home care, 13 years Diane Heffner, activities director, 13 years Sandy Benfield, administrative assistant, 12 years Esther Gabel, home care assistant, 12 years Scott Garverich, dining services director, 12 years Mary Mast, environmental services assistant, 12 years Diana Migliaccio, home care assistant, 12 years Carol Newport, care assistant, 12 years Denise Sellers, client care coordinator, 12 years
Merced Stauffer, kitchen supervisor/cook, 12 years Brenda Bishop, care assistant, 11 years Latisha Clemmons, care assistant, 11 years Lynn Glass, care assistant, 11 years Joyce Howerter, licensed nurse, 11 years Diana Pellicciotti, care assistant, 11 years Elizabeth Shumaker, care assistant, 11 years
“Our residents and family members appreciate the kindness and dedication that each staff member shows,” said Barndt. “Residents love seeing familiar faces, and having employees with this type of longevity makes the community feel like home. We are so proud of the commitment that our employees give to Chestnut Knoll residents, as well as the Home Care clients.”