Our StaffThe most powerful assets to our organization are our dedicated, intelligent and inspiring professionals who show up every day and give it their best. We are proud of all the staff that contribute to the success of Manahan.
Our group of veteran directors serve as a guiding light to the individuals, other staff and volunteers. In each of the director’s offices there is a portrait of a lighthouse reminding them that their steadfastness serves as navigation for everyone who walks on the property at 120 S. Holland-Sylvania. |
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Michael Malone
Executive Director
Michael is the Executive Director at Manahan where his vision has guided the organization since 1996. It is through Michael’s experience and guidance that JLR&CS has continued to thrive during his leadership.
In 1977, shortly after earning a Bachelor's of Education with a focus in special education, Michael began working as a direct care specialist for JLR&CS. He quickly became a qualified developmental disability professional and eventually a program director. Michael holds a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Lourdes University.
In 1977, shortly after earning a Bachelor's of Education with a focus in special education, Michael began working as a direct care specialist for JLR&CS. He quickly became a qualified developmental disability professional and eventually a program director. Michael holds a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Lourdes University.
Service work is in Michael’s blood. He has a passion for helping others and a keen sense for motivation. Currently, Michael is serving on the board of directors for OPRA and The Alzheimer’s Association. Michael is active in the Toledo Kiwanis and has been named Kiwanian of the year twice. His interests include spending time with his family, attending sporting events and reading.
Michael often likes to refer to this quote by a famous native Toledoan, Danny Thomas: “Success has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself, it’s what you do for others."
Michael often likes to refer to this quote by a famous native Toledoan, Danny Thomas: “Success has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself, it’s what you do for others."
Patty Schlosser
Associate Director
Patty has been with JLR&CS for over 20 years. Beyond acting on behalf of the executive director during his absence, Patty oversees the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department in employee relations, benefit administration, salary and wages and worker’s compensation. Patty continually monitors state and federal guidelines ensuring the agency stays in compliance with regards to employment, safety, training and Medicaid guidelines as it relates to employment and training regulations.
In addition to her duties at JLR&CS, Patty serves as the human resources chairman for OPRA. Patty received her Bachelor of Education from the University of Toledo and has taken postgraduate courses in human resources and staff development.
In addition to her duties at JLR&CS, Patty serves as the human resources chairman for OPRA. Patty received her Bachelor of Education from the University of Toledo and has taken postgraduate courses in human resources and staff development.
Beth Baumert
Community Services Director
Beth oversees the River Crossings Adult Day Services Program; a program designed to provide habilitation and vocational opportunities for adults living with disabilities. Through a structured, cooperative learning environment, Beth creates adult programming that fosters independence and community integration.
Beth also oversees our Community Services Program; a program providing essential resources necessary for individuals to live independently in the community. Participants in the Community Service Program receive a degree of personal attention fostering growth and proficiency in important day-to-day life skills such as balancing a checkbook, making a pot of coffee or arranging social activities with friends.
Beth also oversees our Community Services Program; a program providing essential resources necessary for individuals to live independently in the community. Participants in the Community Service Program receive a degree of personal attention fostering growth and proficiency in important day-to-day life skills such as balancing a checkbook, making a pot of coffee or arranging social activities with friends.
Pat Baker
Operations Director
Joining our team as a part-time groundskeeper, Pat quickly embraced the Manahan culture of caring and enrichment for the developmentally disabled and created a career for himself on our campus. Pat has been a devoted member of the Manahan team for 34 years; many of those years working directly with our residents and supervising the Direct Care Staff. Currently, he has the awesome responsibility for managing the physical assets and grounds of our 10-acre campus.
Pat oversees the team responsible for maintaining the residences, office buildings, properties and vehicles that serve our residents, ensuring that each of these essential resources are life-safety and standard code compliant.
Pat oversees the team responsible for maintaining the residences, office buildings, properties and vehicles that serve our residents, ensuring that each of these essential resources are life-safety and standard code compliant.
Jeff Fortney
Finance Director
Jeff began as Finance Director for Manahan in May 2020. Previously he worked for the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank where he oversaw monthly financials, budgeting, payroll, prepared taxes and assisted with preparing financials for their audits. He also worked many years for Heartland Healthcare Services as the Senior Staff Accountant.
Jeff has a Masters Degree in Business Administration; a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Accounting and an Associate’s Degree in Accounting. He has over 20 years experience in the financial field.
Jeff has a Masters Degree in Business Administration; a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Accounting and an Associate’s Degree in Accounting. He has over 20 years experience in the financial field.
Melissa Gregg
Director of Communications & Development
Melissa started at Manahan in June 2017. She manages all of the marketing, communications, fundraising and volunteer program. She is passionate about introducing the community to individuals with disabilities.
Melissa has a Bachelors Degree in Journalism and a Minor in Marketing. She serves on The Miracle League of Northwest Ohio's board.
Melissa has a Bachelors Degree in Journalism and a Minor in Marketing. She serves on The Miracle League of Northwest Ohio's board.
Carol Parcell
Director of Information Technology
Carol is responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining the computer systems at JLC&RS. Serving as both the network and electronic mail administrator she is also responsible for training employees and maintaining the integrity and security of the network.
Carol serves as Vice President of the Senior Center Inc. board of directors where she has served as a member for many years. In addition, she serves as Chair of the IT Committee of our state-wide trade association, OPRA (Ohio Provider Resource Association).
Carol serves as Vice President of the Senior Center Inc. board of directors where she has served as a member for many years. In addition, she serves as Chair of the IT Committee of our state-wide trade association, OPRA (Ohio Provider Resource Association).
Brittany Rysz
Director of Nursing
Brittany originally began her career at Josina Lott in 2013 as an LPN. In December 2015, she earned an Associate of Applied Science and her RN license. In October 2017 Brittany left to gain experience at a local hospital. She came back as a contingent RN in March 2019. Brittany received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ohio University in August 2019. She came back full-time, as the Director of Nursing in December 2019.
Jessica Zercher
Program Director
Jessica is the Program Manager at Manahan, responsible for managing and evaluating the facility-based residential program and assuring the provision of active treatment services for all residents. Jessica also assists in developing additional community-based services for recreational, respite and emergency placement, and adult day-care services.
Jessica joins Manahan after 12 years of service to the American Red Cross. Most recently, Jessica served as the Disaster Program Manager in Toledo where she was responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Services program for Northwest Ohio. Jessica still continues to volunteer her time and services to the American Red Cross.
Jessica joins Manahan after 12 years of service to the American Red Cross. Most recently, Jessica served as the Disaster Program Manager in Toledo where she was responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Services program for Northwest Ohio. Jessica still continues to volunteer her time and services to the American Red Cross.
Jessica graduated from Messiah College in Grantham, Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry/Counseling and is currently working on her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
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