Meet the experienced professionals committed to empowering youth through structure, education, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.
Ed has led Heartland Boys Home since the beginning, bringing decades of experience in youth services and group home care. His vision and leadership, alongside Mark Billingsley, have shaped Heartland Boys Home into a place where young men working through trauma, chemical dependency, and behavioral issues can find stability, support, and hope for their futures.
Mark has been part of the leadership team alongside Ed since the beginning of Heartland Boys Home. Together, they strive for the best care possible for the boys, ensuring that every aspect of the program meets the highest standards of excellence and compassionate care.
Ryan is a former YRTC Geneva staff member with deep expertise in the juvenile justice system. His hands-on experience with system-involved youth brings valuable insight to our programming and helps ensure smooth transitions for our residents.
Kathleen provides compassionate direct care to our residents, ensuring their daily needs are met with professionalism and understanding. Her dedication to youth development helps create a supportive environment for healing and growth.
Holly brings experience and empathy to her night shift role, providing overnight supervision and support to ensure residents feel safe and secure during evening hours. Her calm presence helps maintain stability throughout the night.
Richard provides dedicated overnight care and supervision, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents during night hours. His reliable presence and professional approach help maintain a secure and supportive environment throughout the evening.
Matthew provides consistent and reliable direct care services, helping residents navigate their daily challenges while building positive relationships and life skills.
Tonia contributes to our direct care team with dedication and professionalism, ensuring that each resident receives the individual attention and support they need for successful outcomes.
Brandon brings over two decades of experience in juvenile justice, technology, and probation to his direct care role. He combines traditional youth services with innovative approaches to help residents succeed.
Simone provides compassionate direct care services, working with residents to develop essential life skills and positive coping strategies for their future success.
Joni manages the kitchen operations, oversees health and nutrition, and provides all meals for the residents. In addition to her culinary responsibilities, she contributes to our direct care team with experience and dedication, helping residents build confidence and develop the skills they need for successful community reintegration.
Allen has dedicated 19 years to youth programming, bringing extensive experience in mentoring and supporting young people through challenging times. His long tenure reflects his commitment to making a lasting difference in the lives of youth.
Schandra serves in multiple capacities, coordinating care plans, managing administrative duties, and providing direct care services. Her versatile role ensures seamless communication and coordination across all aspects of our program.
Scott leads our educational programming with specialized training in special education. He ensures that each youth receives individualized instruction that meets their unique learning needs and helps them achieve academic success.
Miko supports our educational team by providing direct assistance to students with special needs. His dedication to helping youth overcome learning challenges makes him an invaluable part of our educational program.
We contract with licensed therapists who specialize in working with adolescents and trauma-informed care. Our therapeutic team provides:
Our facility maintains around-the-clock supervision with trained youth care workers who provide:
All staff members receive comprehensive training in:
Every staff member undergoes thorough screening including:
Our staff team is united by a shared commitment to:
We invest in our staff through continuous professional development opportunities, ensuring they have the latest knowledge and skills to support our youth effectively.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? We're always looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.