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NORTHWEST SUBURBAN YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU STAFF SUMMARY CHRISTOPHER C. CLAUSON - Executive Director fLyis started with the Bureau in July, 1976. He has a Master of Social Work (MSW) Degree I n the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor), and is a member of the Academy of Certified aial Workers (ACSW). Chris has over 15 years experience as a Program Manager and Administrator; has been an instructor and Project Coordinator at the University of Minnesota Center for Youth Development Research; was a Volunteer Program Coordinator, Institutional Caseworker, Probation Officer; currently serves as Field Instructor for the University of Minnesota School of Social Work; and is a member of the Wilder Child Guidance Clinic Advisory Board. FRANCES J. RYAN - Secretary/Officer Manager Fran started with the Bureau in July of 1980. After graduation from Washington High School, she enlisted in the U.S. Navy for three years, serving in the Medical Corps. She has attended various courses offered at Globe Business College, U of M, and extension classes at Alexander Ramsey High School. Fran has over twelve years of office experience, and before joining the Youth Service Bureau, worked as an Administrative Secretary for a large trucking firm. KAY Z. BISCHOFF - Youth/Family Counselor Kay started with the Bureau in September, 1976. She has a Master of Divinity Degree from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, with emphasis on counseling, and a B.A. Degree in Social Work from Macalaster College in St. Paul. She has served in a number of different counseling roles over the past thirteen years including four years as Director and Counselor at the Counseling Center of Southern Minnesota in Lakeville, Minnesota. Kay currently is 'tified by the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAHFT). ,...nN G. SULLIVAN - Youth/Family Counselor John started with the Bureau in August, 1976. He has a B.A. Degree from the College of St. Thomas in St. Paul, and completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) Degree at the University of Minnesota. John has received additional training in counseling from various resources including the Johnson Institute, Family Therapy Institute, and the Wilder Child Guidance Clinic. He has had eight years of youth and family counseling experience including prior positions at the Bridge for Runaway Youth in Minneapolis, the Urban Coalition of Minneapolis, and two years experience as a Church Youth Worker in the St. Paul Midway area. JEANNE A. THOMPS04 - Youth Employment Program Coordinator Jeanne started with the Bureau in April, 1978, She is a graduate of Alexander Ramsey High School and is currently enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program at Lakewood Community College. Prior to joining our staff, Jeanne worked as an Assistant Head Cashier for the Target Store in Roseville, and as a public relations person for a musical show group. She is the person who is primarily responsible for establishing the Bureau's Youth Employment Program. SAM ALBERT, Ph.D. - Licensed Consulting Psychologist (ASSOCIATE STAFF MEMBER) Sam received his Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology in 1978 from the University of Arizona. In addition to serving as a consultant to the NW Suburban Youth Service Bureau, he maintains a part-time therapy practice and is a consultant to the Anoka County Corrections Department, Anoka County Sheriff's Department, Alpha Human Services, Family Renewal Center, Home of the Good Shepherd. Sam has worked in several settings, including juvenile sectional institutions, psychiatric hospitals, a mental health center, and a home for the mentally retarded. His areas of specialty and interest include adolescent behavioral problems, psychological testing, family sexual abuse, anti -social behavior, and sexual aggressiveness. He to currently in private practice In H(nneapolln.