Staff – Children’s Services
Clinical Director
Julia has been with Gem State Developmental Center since July of 2023. She completed her bachelor's degree in psychology and communication. She has a passion for providing quality, personalized intervention with a positive attitude for the participants in the Children's Program. Julia loves all things Disney, board games, movies, and LEGOs. Stop by to say hello!
Locations: Meridian, Nampa
Children's Staff
Theresa has been with Gem State Developmental Center since March 2025. She earned her Master's in Teaching and works as a Developmental Specialist at the Nampa Children's Program. In her free time, Theresa enjoys time with family and friends and pursuing her hobbies.
Jamie has been with Gem State Developmental Center since June of 2025. As a Behavior Interventionist, Jamie utilizes various strategies to promote positive engagement and appropriate social interactions with participants. In her free time, Jamie enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Location: Meridian/Nampa
Diana has been with Gem State Developmental Center since August of 2024. As a Behavior Interventionist, Diana supports the youth by positive modeling, teaching appropriate social interactions and utilizes intervention strategies to help participants manage challenges in their day. In her free time, Diana enjoys spending time with family, friends, and pursuing her hobbies.
Location: Meridian
Jessica has been with Gem State Developmental Center since November of 2024. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology works as a Developmental Specialist at the Meridian Children's Program. In her free time, Jessica enjoys time with family, friends, and pursuing her hobbies.
Location: Meridian
Sarah has been with Gem State Developmental Center since February 2025. As a Behavior Interventionist, Sarah models positive interactions with the participants of the Children's Program. Her ability to connect with the kids and provide them with a fun and structured environment promotes progress. Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and community.
Location: Meridian
Michelle has been with Gem State Developmental Center since August of 2024. As a Behavior Interventionist, Michelle promotes positive engagement, appropriate social interactions and utilizes intervention strategies to help participants manage challenges in their day. In her free time, Michelle enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Location: Meridian
Emily has worked for Gem State Developmental Center since September 2023. Emily is currently attending Boise State University, where she is majoring in Psychology. She works as an Intervention Technician in the Meridian Children's Program. Emily enjoys helping others and likes to read books and go paddle boarding.
Location: Meridian
Location: Nampa
Kaylee has been with Gem State Developmental Center since April of 2025. She began her Service Learning for CWI and joined our team shortly afterward. Kaylee has a passion for helping others and is a great addition to the Nampa Children's team. She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends.
Location: Meridian/Nampa
Grace started her internship with Gem State Developmental Center in August of 2025. She is attending Northwest Nazarene University, where she is pursuing her Bachelor of Social Work. Grace has a passion for helping others and is a great addition to the Internship program. She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends.
Location: Meridian
Hope started her internship with Gem State Developmental Center in August of 2025. She is attending Boise State University, where she is pursuing her Bachelor of Social Work. Hope's passion for helping others and her commitment to service are a great addition to the Internship program. She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends
Location: Meridian
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