Board of Directors

  Staff

Addiction is a disease with huge human and monetary costs in every aspect of our society. But it is also a preventable and treatable disease. It's well documented that young people who use substances at an early age often get involved in other risky behaviors, including premature sexual activity, delinquency, and violence. Early substance use also changes brain chemistry, increasing the chance of developing life-long addiction problems.

MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Council of Saratoga County, Inc, being a nonprofit, community-based organization, is to provide education, information and referral services on the subjects of alcohol, tobacco, other drug and violence prevention to individuals and local communities, thereby enhancing the quality of life for all citizens by diminishing the adverse effects of substance abuse and violence.
 

CORE ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

* Prevention, intervention and referral services must be based on current research that confirms the effectiveness of programs and strategies. Such research reinforces the current approach of reducing risk and enhancing resiliency and protective factors in individuals, schools, families and communities.

* The most effective prevention involves the entire community including individuals (both children and adults) families, schools, and community institutions.

* Universal and selected level school programs are available to all children and youth in specified age groups and their families. Indicated programs are also offered to at-risk young people where possible. Every effort must be made to involve parents in school-based prevention and intervention programs.

* The agency work environment must be consistent with the principles of comprehensive wellness to every degree possible.

* Confidentiality, as defined by the law and standards of professional ethics, must be maintained in all professional interactions.

 

PREVENTION COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Board President
Michael Smith, Principal, Orenda Elementary School

Board Vice President & Treasurer
Gregory S. Burns, Information Architect, KAPL, Inc., Lockheed Martin

Board Secretary
Judith M. Tirelli, Teacher Assistant, Saratoga Springs High School


Directors
Michael Elmo, Skidmore College Student
Richard Ferguson, Vice President, Saratoga National Bank
Barbara Ferraro, CSW, Social Worker
Michelle W. Granger, Esq., Granger Law, LLC
Casey Irving, East Coast Client Services, West Point Thoroughbreds, Inc.
Derrick Legall, Team Manager, State Farm Insurance
Douglas C. Mills, retired Saratoga Springs City Court Judge
James A. Murphy, III, Saratoga County District Attorney
David Semo, Asst. Director of Pupil Services, North Colonie Central School District
 

PREVENTION COUNCIL STAFF

Heather Kisselback, LMSW, Executive Director
Marge Maxwell, Office Manager
David Garmley, Financial Manager
Tonya Beach, Office Assistant

School Services:
Pat Marin, C.P.P., Coordinator
Amalia Currier, Prevention Specialist
Laura Lane, MSEH, Prevention Specialist
Laurie Snell, C.P.P., Prevention Specialist

Services for At-Risk Youth and Families:
Patty Kilgore, MSW, Director

• Homeless Education Services
  Dawn Howk, NCC, LMHC

• Family Assistance Program
  Marci Willner, M.Ed

• Student Assistance Program
  Kim Taormina, M.Ed, Student Assistance Counselor
  Kelli Schuhl, LCSW, Student Assistance Counselor
  Rachel Alderman, MSW, Student Assistance Counselor
  Stacey Angell, M.Ed, Student Assistance Counselor
  Tiffany Tessitore, LMSW, Student Assistance Counselor

• Reconnecting Youth Program
  Jen Jones - South Glens Falls, Stillwater, Mechanicville

• Elementary School Counselor
  Christina Woodell - Corinth

Saratoga County Youth Court:
Lisa Chamberlain, Youth Court Director

Community Services:
Robin Lyle, Community Mobilization
Stacey Angell, Problem Gambling Prevention Services

Coalition Services:
Janine Stuchin, MS, CHES, Director

• Saratoga Partnership for Prevention
  Maureen Cary, MS, Coordinator
  Robin Ambrosino, Information Specialist
  Rebecca Black, Youth Coordinator
   
• Southern Adirondack Tobacco Free Coalition
  Janine Stuchin, MS, CHES, Project Manager
  Lisa Currin, LMSW, Program Coordinator
  Jen Seelye, Program Coordinator (1-year leave)
  Courtney Smith, Outreach Coordinator