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 they regularly reward those who have longevity in the company, or go above and beyond their roles.
This month, 20 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 11-15 years of service to Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care:
Shawn Barndt, executive director, 15 years
Virginia Kreibel, home care assistant, 15 years
Cindy Mehlman, dining services, 15 years
Crystal Varady, environmental service director, 15 years
Sherry Goodall, lead care assistant, 14 years
Debbra Sundstrom, care assistant supervisor, 14 years
Linda Cimino, care assistant, 13 years
Kathy Flicker, care assistant, 13 years (13 years of perfect attendance)
Jodie Daniels, assistant executive director, 12 years
Linda Detwiler, director of home care, 12 years
Diane Heffner, activities director, 12 years
Sandy Benfield, administrative assistant, 11 years
Esther Gabel, home care assistant, 11 years
Scott Garverich, dining services director, 11 years
Mary Mast, environmental services assistant, 11 years
Diana Migliaccio, home care assistant, 11 years
Carol Newport, care assistant, 11 years
Denise Sellers, home lead scheduler, 11 years
Merced Stauffer, kitchen supervisor/cook, 11 years
Jill Vincent, home care assistant, 11 years
Seven other staff members were also honored for 10 years of dedication to Chestnut Knoll and they all received 10-year anniversary watches.
“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.”
