Celebrating CPU Employees of the Quarter: Q1 2025
We are always happy to celebrate our CP team members going above and beyond for the people we support and their colleagues.
For Q1 2025, we honored the following employees who have performed in an exemplary manner with certificates and gift cards at a special online program. Below are our winners with quotes from the ceremony:
Janine Ayers, DCC, East 89th street
“This is my first time in this line of work and it’s brought so much joy to me. It’s fulfilling to go to work every day…I’m really making a difference in someone’s life.”
Patricia Berry, Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST), WFC
“I have to give a shout out to Patricia for her hard work and dedication because she consistently goes above and beyond, especially when supporting the individuals we serve at the VA hospital.” -Jennifer Aduna, Employment Specialist
Delroy Caliz, Evening Shift Sup., 66th Ave
“He has been with the 66 team since October 2023 and he leads with integrity, patience and a deep commitment to person centered care as the Evening shift supervisor, he sets the standard for consistency and excellence.” -Lesley Pickersgill, VP Residential Services
Hanif Claxton, ILST
“The person you support truly loves him. They love working with him and he’s doing amazing job teaching them their vocational tags.” -Jennifer Aduna
Deborah Cobham, DCC, 100 Ocean Pkwy
“She’s a devoted staff member and was highlighted for her help creating a very positive team atmosphere and her being dedicated and caring.” -Jeremy Willinger, Chief Communications Officer
Janice Dailey, Habilitation Aide, LBG
“We are grateful to have in Janice at Linda Buch Gherardi Center and part of the LBG family. We appreciate you with all the hard work that you have been doing and keep up the good work!” -Jacqueline Bingham, Program Coordinator
Claudette Daley, Residential Coordinator, Unit 4
“Today I just want to recognize you for your unwavering dedication towards the people we serve and also to your colleagues and co-workers.” -Yonette Dey, Day Service Director
Monee Davies, DCC, 64 Madsen Avenue
“I’m happy for the recognition. More importantly, I’m so glad that I can make a difference in the lives of the people that we support.”
Mashei Frazier, Staffing Coordinator, Central Office
She’s always willing and able to take on additional tasks. She always ensure that her scheduling is complete at the end of the week. And she has a good relationship with the staff.” -Keisha Chislam, Employment Specialist
Andrelle Julien, BIS, 104th Avenue, Queens Village
“It feels good to know that I’m contributing in very positive ways!”
Madelon Lanip, Physical Therapist
“I just want to thank everyone for the recognition, and I will continue to do my best to impact the quality of life or of our individuals as a physical therapist in the clinic and the community.“
Donna Laster, DCC morning shift, East 89th street
“She follows the code of conduct with integrity and she carries herself with professionalism and respect, she always puts the needs of the individuals we support first. She approaches every task with a willing and proactive attitude.” -Stacey Louverture, Day Shift Supervisor
Jacques St. Louis, Nurse, 218-20 104 Ave
“She has been very important to us and covers a broad aspect of the operations and she’s loved by everyone.” -Michael Smith, Program Unit 6
Clarence McCallum, Housekeeper, 48th Avenue
“He does everything, tries to see how to help out with the staff and individuals. They always go around him wanting them, wanting him to do one or two things for them. He’s always ready to to assist in any way.” -Chavanece Evans, DCC
Raneika Meyers, Receptionist, Carmen Aquilone
“Reneeka she is one of the first persons that you see when you come in in the front and she always has a smile willing to help. Since the beginning of her employment, she has been a great asset to the Carmen Aquilone Day program.” -Yaritsza Guzman, Assistant Director, CA Day program
Nicole Mitnitsky, Program Coordinator Supervisor, Sharrots
“I mean, Nicole is just a super person to work with. She’s very pleasant and goes above and beyond!” -Loretta Orelien, Charge Nurse
Fatimoh Oluwatoyin, DCC
“We thank Fatimoh for her work with the people we support as a DCC.” -Jeremy Willinger
Carlos Osorio, DCC, Unit 2
“He is a very good worker, very caring to the people there and his work ethic is incredible.” -Keisha Chislam
Fernande Paultre, Senior Director of Residential Services
“Referring your contributions have not only improved our processes, but it has also set the benchmark for myself and others to follow.” -Lesley Pickersgill
Akiko Schaier, BIS/Psychotherapist, Astoria
“Akiko has been so amazing; she is not afraid to ask any questions and is very attentive to all of her paperwork. She takes obvious pride in her work.” -Tasha Walcott, Director of Behavioral Services
Tammy Washington, Habilitation Coordinator, WFC
“She spent 25 years in the residential and now she’s over in our day program for four years. She’s very calm and very supportive. She advocates for her individuals wonderfully.” -Coleen Grant, Vice President of Day and Community Services
