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Ashley Van Thomme, CSW

Ashley Van Thomme, CSW

Admissions Director

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Recreation | Exercise | Relationships

Relationships – I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and creating a support network; Exercise – is one of my favorite forms of self-care. Exercising makes me feel good and is a good way to de-stress; Recreation – Engaging in activities I enjoy is another way I engage in self-care – baking, playing games with my children, and reading are some of my favorite recreational activities.”

    

PROFILE

Ashley completed her social work education in 2011 with an internship through Northwest Passage. During her internship, Ashley developed a passion for working with children and adolescents in the mental health field. She loved the philosophy of the company and enjoyed the work that Northwest Passage does. Upon completion of her internship, Ashley joined the Northwest team as a case manager for the Northwest Passage Child and Adolescent Center program. She jumped at the opportunity to continue working, growing, and learning with Northwest Passage and the clients they serve. Ashley now works as a case manager and aftercare coordinator for the Northwest Passage Prairieview program, where she enjoys being able to see and be a part of the progress and growth of the young ladies in the program. Ashley enjoys working in a team setting and appreciates the opportunity to grow and learn something new each day. In her spare time, Ashley enjoys spending time outdoors, being active, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

DETAILS

  • Specialty: Case Management
  • Education: BS, Social Work
  • With Northwest Passage since 2011
 

Reid Van Thomme

Reid Van Thomme

Information Technology

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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“It has been great developing relationships with the kids that have been through our program. Seeing a positive change in the kids behaviors, attitude, and interactions is the most rewarding part by far.”

 

DETAILS

  • Specialty: Expressive Arts and Outdoor Education
  • Education: Corrections/Law Enforcement
  • With Northwest Passage since 2010
 

Megan Volgren

Megan Volgren

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Exercise |Spirit

“I think nature is the most important element in my personal life because I appreciate the calm and serenity which nature endows on those who spend time with it.”

      

 

QUOTE

“Hope indicates potential; that problems are temporary and that the future is worth striving for.”

DETAILS

  • Specialty: Literature, Baking
  • Education: English and Criminal Justice (UW-Madison, 2017)
  • With Northwest Passage since 2017
 

Shawna Warner

Shawna Warner

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

  • Education:
  • With Northwest Passage since 2019
 

Xander Waters

Xander Waters

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

  • Education:
  • With Northwest Passage since 2019
 

Lisa Westerberg

Lisa Westerberg

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

  • Education:
  • With Northwest Passage since 2019
 

Brittany Williams

Brittany Williams

Education Coordinator

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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PROFILE

Brit is passionate about education and presenting curriculum so that her students can understand and relate to what they are learning. She is motivated to bring creative lesson plans to the classroom that are differentiated for a variety of learners. One way in which she does this is by incorporating a blend of hands-on learning, experiential learning, and inquiry based projects into the school curriculum. Brit believes in building a solid foundation for students to build upon, which includes reading and math interventions based off of formal and informal assessments. Brit’s goals for the classroom include improving student confidence, increasing student growth in math and reading skills, implementing technology to expand learning opportunities and to provide students with real life experiences paired with their in-class education. Brit is licensed in Wisconsin to teach Biology and Special Education (cross categorical with EBD emphasis).

DETAILS

  • Specialty: Special Education, Curriculum Design, Science
  • Education: BS, Biology
  • With Northwest Passage since 2012
 

Louise Wilson

Louise Wilson

Accounting/Payroll Specialist

Your Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Nutrition | Exercise

“Being happy!”

  

PROFILE

“Hope means that anything is possible if you believe in yourself!”

DETAILS

  • Specialty: Numbers
  • Education: Certificate; Accounting
  • With Northwest Passage since 1998
 

Jamie Worthington

Jamie Worthington

Case Manager

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Recreation | Relaxation | Relationships

“I believe that I am my best self when I incorporate a balance between time alone to relax and reflect with enjoying recreational activities with friends and family. I know when I take care of myself first that I am better able to serve others.”

    

QUOTE

“Hope means never giving up on the possibilities and not allowing past behaviors and experiences to define my future.”

DETAILS

  • Education: UW-Eau Claire; Bachelor of Professional Studies, Organizational Leadership & Communication; May 2018
  • With Northwest Passage since 2020
 

Steve Wright

Steve Wright

Transport Driver

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

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  • With Northwest Passage since 2021
 

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