JoDee Garretson, Executive Director
JoDee first joined SARC as a volunteer advocate in 1995. She was hired as the Executive Director in October 1996. JoDee has a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources and a minor in Sociology from Eastern Washington University (Go Eags!!) and a Master Degree in Business Administration from NOVA Southeastern University. She is also a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). JoDee is grateful and honored to work on behalf of survivors.
JoDee first joined SARC as a volunteer advocate in 1995. She was hired as the Executive Director in October 1996. JoDee has a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources and a minor in Sociology from Eastern Washington University (Go Eags!!) and a Master Degree in Business Administration from NOVA Southeastern University. She is also a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). JoDee is grateful and honored to work on behalf of survivors.
Yolanda Stohel, Office Administrator
Yolanda has worked as a Prevention Support Specialist at SARC since 2021, transitioning to the Office Administrator position in October 2023. Prior to SARC, Yolanda worked as a Patient Service Representative for Intermountain Health Care and for the United States Post Office. Yolanda brings years of customer service experience to SARC which she utilizes to support her community.
Yolanda has worked as a Prevention Support Specialist at SARC since 2021, transitioning to the Office Administrator position in October 2023. Prior to SARC, Yolanda worked as a Patient Service Representative for Intermountain Health Care and for the United States Post Office. Yolanda brings years of customer service experience to SARC which she utilizes to support her community.
Rosanna Herrera Brown, Program Director of Crisis and Prevention
Rosanna has been working with SARC since September 2008. She obtained her Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice from Heritage University. Rosanna believes her involvement with SARC has been an opportunity for her to live out her life purpose. She is driven by an inner passion and purpose to advocate for those who face social injustices, promote social change & eliminate sexual violence. She is passionate and loves that every day she is part of the solution for social change.
Rosanna has been working with SARC since September 2008. She obtained her Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice from Heritage University. Rosanna believes her involvement with SARC has been an opportunity for her to live out her life purpose. She is driven by an inner passion and purpose to advocate for those who face social injustices, promote social change & eliminate sexual violence. She is passionate and loves that every day she is part of the solution for social change.
Judit Medina, Crisis Program Lead Advocate
Judit earned her Bachelor Degree in Psychology at Heritage University. She has previously worked with children in public education and plans to pursue a Master in Counseling. Her work with children inspired her to help bring change in the lives of at-risk children, youth and adults. She is dedicated to serving her community and helping facilitate the advocacy provided to clients at SARC.
Judit earned her Bachelor Degree in Psychology at Heritage University. She has previously worked with children in public education and plans to pursue a Master in Counseling. Her work with children inspired her to help bring change in the lives of at-risk children, youth and adults. She is dedicated to serving her community and helping facilitate the advocacy provided to clients at SARC.
Isabella Boeckmann, Sexual Assault Advocate
Bella joined SARC as a volunteer advocate in September 2021 and was hired as a Sexual Assault Advocate in March 2022. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Psychology from Eastern Washington University. Go Eags!! Bella is dedicated to empowering survivors of sexual assault, ending the stigma surrounding sexual violence and promoting social change.
Bella joined SARC as a volunteer advocate in September 2021 and was hired as a Sexual Assault Advocate in March 2022. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Psychology from Eastern Washington University. Go Eags!! Bella is dedicated to empowering survivors of sexual assault, ending the stigma surrounding sexual violence and promoting social change.
Emilie Acosta, Sexual Assault Advocate
Emilie joined SARC as a volunteer in March of 2022 and was later hired as a Sexual Assault Advocate in September of 2023. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Washington State University, Tri-Cities. Emilie is passionate about advocating for our clients and being part of their support system every step of the way. She is compassionate yet committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for our community.
Emilie joined SARC as a volunteer in March of 2022 and was later hired as a Sexual Assault Advocate in September of 2023. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Washington State University, Tri-Cities. Emilie is passionate about advocating for our clients and being part of their support system every step of the way. She is compassionate yet committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for our community.
Violeta Herrera, Sexual Assault Advocate
Violeta earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Heritage University in May 2023. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health at Seattle University. Violeta hopes to provide support and promote change within her community. She is devoted to empowering anyone who walks through our doors, putting forth SARC's mission.
Violeta earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Heritage University in May 2023. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health at Seattle University. Violeta hopes to provide support and promote change within her community. She is devoted to empowering anyone who walks through our doors, putting forth SARC's mission.
Bibiana Juarez, General Crimes Advocate
Bibiana came to SARC in early September as an intern and volunteer. She is currently working towards her bachelors degree in Social Work. Bibiana is excited to be a part of SARC's mission within Tri-Cities. She is passionate about helping others in times of crisis and is looking forward to acquiring knowledge and experience in this field.
Bibiana came to SARC in early September as an intern and volunteer. She is currently working towards her bachelors degree in Social Work. Bibiana is excited to be a part of SARC's mission within Tri-Cities. She is passionate about helping others in times of crisis and is looking forward to acquiring knowledge and experience in this field.
Howard Hunt, Engagement Specialist
Howard has a Bachelor degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice and will soon have a Master degree in Social Work. Howard has over 20 years of work experience in crime prevention and self-defense. He is passionate about working with victims of crime and those marginalized in society. Howard lives by the motto, "Be a good human." Humanity has more in common than the differences that separate us.
Howard has a Bachelor degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice and will soon have a Master degree in Social Work. Howard has over 20 years of work experience in crime prevention and self-defense. He is passionate about working with victims of crime and those marginalized in society. Howard lives by the motto, "Be a good human." Humanity has more in common than the differences that separate us.
Ali Long, Program Assistant
Ali joined SARC as a volunteer advocate in October 2022 and was hired as an assistant in the same year. She graduated from Richland High School in 2022 with her Associate's Degree through the running start program at Columbia Basin College. Ali is currently working towards her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Grand Canyon University online and plans to graduate in 2024. Ali has a passion of empowering and advocating for survivors of any crime type and looks forward to learning more about how she can help within her community.
Ali joined SARC as a volunteer advocate in October 2022 and was hired as an assistant in the same year. She graduated from Richland High School in 2022 with her Associate's Degree through the running start program at Columbia Basin College. Ali is currently working towards her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Grand Canyon University online and plans to graduate in 2024. Ali has a passion of empowering and advocating for survivors of any crime type and looks forward to learning more about how she can help within her community.
Denise Martin, Prevention Specialist Program Lead
Denise joined the SARC team in May 2010. She graduated from Central Washington University and received a degree in Elementary Education & Early Childhood Education. "I have always been a nurturing type of person who really is dedicated to making a great impact and helping children. I feel that prevention is the perfect place for me. I love seeing their eyes open when they learn ways to be assertive and avoid unsafe situations."
Denise joined the SARC team in May 2010. She graduated from Central Washington University and received a degree in Elementary Education & Early Childhood Education. "I have always been a nurturing type of person who really is dedicated to making a great impact and helping children. I feel that prevention is the perfect place for me. I love seeing their eyes open when they learn ways to be assertive and avoid unsafe situations."
Morgan Robinson, Prevention Specialist
Morgan joined SARC February of 2023. Morgan has extensive experience in social services as she has previously worked as a crisis advocate and a prevention specialist. She is passionate about advocating for and supporting survivors, as well as violence prevention education. Moreover, Morgan is grateful to be a part of SARC’s team and to continue serving her community.
Morgan joined SARC February of 2023. Morgan has extensive experience in social services as she has previously worked as a crisis advocate and a prevention specialist. She is passionate about advocating for and supporting survivors, as well as violence prevention education. Moreover, Morgan is grateful to be a part of SARC’s team and to continue serving her community.
Devirie Conner, Prevention Support Specialist
Devirie comes from a diverse customer service background from flight attendant to supporting community correction officers at the Department of Corrections. Devirie loves helping people. She looks forward to supporting the prevention team as they educate and create confidence at our local schools.
Devirie comes from a diverse customer service background from flight attendant to supporting community correction officers at the Department of Corrections. Devirie loves helping people. She looks forward to supporting the prevention team as they educate and create confidence at our local schools.
Anna Hahn, Clinical Director
Anna originally worked for SARC from 2001-2009, first as a Sexual Assault Advocate, then Crisis Program Director and Mental Health Counselor. Anna began as the Clinical Director on January 3, 2017. Anna is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Anna loves helping people find hope in a positive future. She finds it so humbling to work with trauma survivors and see their strength and courage.
Anna originally worked for SARC from 2001-2009, first as a Sexual Assault Advocate, then Crisis Program Director and Mental Health Counselor. Anna began as the Clinical Director on January 3, 2017. Anna is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Anna loves helping people find hope in a positive future. She finds it so humbling to work with trauma survivors and see their strength and courage.
Rowan Schmieman, Counselor
Rowan was first a part of SARC as a counseling intern from 2018-2020 before they graduated from Eastern Washington University with their Master’s in Social Work degree in June 2020. Now they are back at SARC as a counselor starting July 2022. Rowan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. Rowan finds joy in giving back to their community by helping and empowering people who are experiencing trauma. Rowan is also passionate for social change and enjoys being in a position to create change in their community.
Rowan was first a part of SARC as a counseling intern from 2018-2020 before they graduated from Eastern Washington University with their Master’s in Social Work degree in June 2020. Now they are back at SARC as a counselor starting July 2022. Rowan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. Rowan finds joy in giving back to their community by helping and empowering people who are experiencing trauma. Rowan is also passionate for social change and enjoys being in a position to create change in their community.
Gabby Covarrubias, Intern
Gabby is a graduate from WSU with a Bachelor in Psychology and Spanish and is earning her MSW. She enjoys working at SARC and expanding her knowledge within the field of social work as well as connecting what she has learned throughout her education to real-time situations.
Gabby is a graduate from WSU with a Bachelor in Psychology and Spanish and is earning her MSW. She enjoys working at SARC and expanding her knowledge within the field of social work as well as connecting what she has learned throughout her education to real-time situations.