Meet the Trainers
The SA Training Institute's trainings are based on years of experience in the human services, educational, and corporate arenas. This wealth of experience and information helps us to tailor trainings to what really matters to you: the practical and motivational needs of individuals doing real work during current times .
Below, we invite you to meet our trainers. You will notice that our professional trainers possess a variety of skills, certifications, and advanced educational backgrounds upon which to draw and facilitate excellent training experiences for your staff. Specific credentials include advanced degrees/certifications in such areas as:
- Social Work
- Coaching
- Mental Health Counseling
- Education
- Human Development
- Nursing
- Counseling psychology
- Business Administration
- Rehabilitation Counseling
In addition, our trainers have extensive experiential background in the following areas:
- Human Services organizations
- Corporations
- School and other educational environments
- Academia
- Childcare
- Recreational environments
For more details about each of our professional trainers, we invite you read further below.
Deb Ausema
Training Specialist
Community and Employment Services Training
Deb has an educational background and significant human services experience that provide her with exceptional experiential knowledge that she transfers to the classroom. ...
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Venerando Azurin
Administrator
RIGHT RESPONSE
Venerando Azurin is a multi-cultural consultant of behavioral disorders and workforce competency who supports schools and social service agencies to maximize their potential. ...
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Chris Breece
Technical Assistance Coordinator-Washington State Division of Developmental Disabilities
Training Institute
Chris's exceptional skills in the area of person centered planning and positive behavior support contribute to his passion of helping his students truly apply their learning in a meaningful way. ...
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Joseph Buchmann
Training Specialist/Case Manager
Children and Family Services Training
As the newest addition to the Service Alternatives Training Institute's dynamic training team, Joe brings a fresh energy and enthusiasm for both teaching and learning. ...
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Claudia Carter
Administrative Assistant
Training & Development Administration
Claudia does amazing things to help the SA Training Institute run with excellence! Her attention to detail and her caring approach to customers receiving the best support possible contribute greatly to the Institute's highly professional reputation. ...
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Sandra Cohen
Administrator
Community and Employment Services Training
Sandra brings educational and experiential diversity to her work, inspiring her to provide engaging, impactful, and progressive learning experiences for her students. ...
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LJ Keller
Training Specialist
Children and Family Services Training
LJ travels throughout Washington State and beyond, providing training to a variety of staff teams and individuals. LJ's sense of humor combined with his well-practiced teaching are both hallmarks of his style. ...
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Belinda Kindschi
Director
Training & Development Administration
Belinda prioritizes team collaboration, critical thinking, strong customer orientation, and decision making that lead to teams meeting and achieving excellent results. As an organizational Consultant, she works with teams to strengthen relationships. ...
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Iris Lilly
Training Specialist
Adult Supported Living/Eldercare Training
Iris's personal and professional experiences in working with individuals with special needs combine to enhance her skills as an engaging trainer with a big heart, practical applications of skill, and a commitment to continually grow. ...
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Mary McPage
Recruiter/Training Specialist
Adult Support Living/Eldercare
Mary's experience with recruiting, coupled with her years of direct service to clients, gives her great insight into what it takes for employees to give good customer service as well as what clients expect from those who provide that service. ...
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Jeneane Schmidt
Training Specialist
Children and Family Services Training
Jeneane's enthusiasm for teaching and learning are contagious! She is a quick learner who is widely respected for her training skills and ability to build relationships-both fundamental skills of an excellent trainer! ...
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Brandy Schutz
Area Manager/Training Specialist
Community and Employment Services Training
Brandy is a dynamic trainer who connects with her students in a meaningful way. Her love of teaching, her commitment to an enriching learning environment, and her energy define her style. ...
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Steven Seiller
Administrator
RIGHT RESPONSE
Steven is a Problem Behavior Solver at heart. He specializes in working with customers to accurately identify problems, create solutions, and ensure implementation truly meets the identified needs. ...
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Rachel Silves
Training Specialist
Community and Employment Services Training
Rachel's commitment to excellence is readily visible in all that she does. Her dedication to constant professional growth and development transfers into her teaching skills. ...
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Janet Strolle
Director
Training & Development Administration
Janet's heart-felt approach to training extends to each of her students. A consummate learner herself, Jan's commitment to each individual both within and outside of the classroom defines her style. ...
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Alena Yastchenko
Instructional Designer/Copyright Specialist
Training & Development Administration
Alena's university teaching experience enriches each of her students. She provides highly articulate, engaging learning opportunities for everyone. ...
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