Blue River Services, Inc
Heather Richard currently serves as the Director of Program and Clinical Operations at Blue River Services, Inc., a position held since May 2022. With a solid background in clinical and program management, Heather has also worked as Clinical Director and Program Director/Clinical Director at the same organization since May 2019, and previously served as the 21st CCLC Assistant Director since September 2011. Earlier experience includes the role of 21st CCLC Program Manager at Medora Community Schools from 2013 to 2014. Heather holds a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and a Bachelor's degree in Education from East Tennessee State University, along with additional studies at Indiana University Southeast.
Blue River Services, Inc
Blue River Services, Inc. (BRS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1959 by six families who believed that all people are capable of learning when given the opportunity and appropriate support services. With this guiding philosophy for more than 60 years, BRS continues to identify barriers to independence and help people overcome them. BRS strives to reach its motto of “People Serving People” by providing exceptional services at all stages of life, level of ability, or income. The agency annually serves more than 20,000 individuals through more than 20 programs in 30 Indiana counties. To assist people with disabilities in realizing maximum personal growth and development in home, work and community by providing a continuum of individualized services and supports in settings least restrictive for the needs of the individual. As an adjunct to these services, whenever possible, Blue River Services, Inc. will serve the similar needs of the general community by providing services in non-segregated, community-based settings which emphasize the integrated inclusion of people with disabilities into all areas of life which are enjoyed by members of the community. Respect for Each Other: Employees and board members will exercise thoughtful considerations of the needs of others - staff persons, board members, and persons receiving services. Professionalism: Employees and board members shall maintain a high level of professionalism in their work. Among other things, professionalism requires an employee to adhere to the performance and ethical standards of their profession; work in a courteous and efficient manner; undertake continuing efforts to improve relationships with the public, coworkers, and consumers; maintain a positive attitude for their work; and at all times represent the agency well in their dealings with the public. Honesty: All employees and board members will deal honestly with other staff persons, board members, consumers, referral sources, and