GSDC trains our professionals with the highest industry standards and latest innovations in therapy. Our paraprofessionals are also trained at this level to ensure consistency and the highest quality service possible.
Exceptional training and exceptional staff for extraordinary people!
Tara has been with Gem State Developmental Center since May of 2023. She comes to us with years of developmental and intervention experience. Tara is the Clinical Director of Adult Services and enjoys supporting staff and participants in developing goals and implementing programs to help everyone succeed. She enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling.
Locations: Meridian/Nampa
Lilibeth has worked at Gem State Developmental Center since September of 1998. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology for Education degree at St. Louis University in Asia. She is a Developmental Specialist II and currently works at the Meridian Adult center. Lilibeth has always been passionate about working with people with developmental disabilities. She takes pride in finding ways to help them improve their overall quality of life. She strongly believes in the company’s mission of providing the “highest quality of functional therapeutic services while encouraging, enhancing and challenging that individual to develop strengths and skills for a successful life.” She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and learning new things.
Location: Meridian
Charlotte has worked at Gem State Developmental Center since January of 2006. She has a bachelor’s degree from Hiram College in Ohio and a Masters’ degree in Adult Education from the University of Phoenix. She is a Developmental Specialist 2 at the Nampa Adults program. Charlotte has worked collectively in this field for over 20 years and feels joy in watching her participants' growth and shares in their pride in themselves with each accomplishment. She enjoys playing the drums, crochet, essential oils, and gardening.
Location: Nampa
Dallin has been with Gem State Developmental Center since August of 2020. He earned his Bachelor's in Social Work from Boise State University. Dallin works in the Annex as a Developmental Specialist 1. He has a fun and easy going attitude, and is multilingual in Russian and English. He has always wanted a career helping individuals develop life skills, and sees this type of work as a happy and successful life. He believes that using tools that we learn from our lives can help us become contributing members of society. Dallin enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, watching movies and reading.
Location: Meridian
Location: Nampa/Meridian
Robin has worked at gem state since 1996. She is a Developmental Technician 2. Robin is med and first aid certified. Robin has worked here so long because of all the participants she has met along the way. Robin feels just as excited as they do about their progress, that they have worked so hard for. Robin enjoys her time with
Family especially being Gram Gram. Robin likes movies, and traveling she likes New York and would love to live there in time square someday! Robin also travelled to Mexico. But New York rocks!
Location: Nampa
Maria has been with Gem State Developmental Center since June of 2001. Maria is a Developmental Technician 2, who enjoys working with adults and children with special needs. She enjoys watching their progress and loves being able to make a difference. Maria enjoys spending time with family and friends and making memories with her grandkids. Her favorite pastimes are crafts (crocheting), gardening, hiking, and going camping.
Locations: Meridian - Yo Hablo Español
Heather has been with Gem State Developmental Center since November 2005. She is a Developmental Technician 3 and enjoys working with adults with special needs. Heather enjoys spending time with family and friends and exploring her many hobbies in her free time.
Locations: Meridian
Diana has been with Gem State Developmental Center since June of 2011. She is a Developmental Technician 1, with certification as a Nursing Assistant. She always wanted to help others achieve their goals, and enjoys having the opportunity to assist participants. Diana enjoys bike rides, going for walks, and spending time with family and friends.
Location: Nampa - Yo Hablo Español
Angel has worked for Gem State Developmental Center since August of 2021. As a Developmental Technician, Angel advocates for the well-being and independency of adults with special needs. As a life-long learner, Angel enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching movies, crafts, and traveling.
Locations: Meridian
Valorie has been with Gem State Developmental Center for over 5 years. She retuned to GSDC after being retired for 2 years. Valorie works as a Developmental Technician 1 and is a Certified Nursing Assistant. Valorie enjoys providing assistance to those with special needs so they may become more independent. She enjoys time with her grandson and reading James Patterson books.
Location: Nampa
Brandy has been with Gem State Developmental Center since 2022. She works as a Developmental Technician 1 and enjoys providing assistance to those with special needs so they may become more independent.
Location: Meridian
Brian has been with Gem State Developmental Center since September of 2022. Brian works with the adult's program as a Developmental Technician and enjoys spending time with friends and working on hobbies.
Location: Meridian
Desiree has been with Gem State Developmental Center since October 2022. She has previously worked as a Teacher's Aide with a daycare center. Desiree works with the adult program as a Developmental Technician and enjoys spending her time with family, and friends and exploring new places.
Location: Meridian
Jake has been with Gem State Developmental Center since March of 2023. He works with the adult program as a Developmental Technician and enjoys spending his personal time with family and friends. Jake enjoys playing music and entertainment.
Location: Meridian
Katie has been with Gem State Developmental Center since July of 2023. She works with the adult program as a Developmental Technician and enjoys spending time with family and friends doing the things she loves. Katie brings compassion and dedication to the team and the participants she serves.
Location: Meridian
Camilla is a Boise State Bachelor of Social Work student interning at Gem State Developmental Center since August of 2023. She has a passion for learning and community service. In her free time, Camilla enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Location: Meridian