Director of Career Development/Job Placement Services
Amy J. Bledsoe
Office Manager/Administrative Staff Supervisor
Renea B. Keele
President & CEO
Renea is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Selective Case Management, Inc., and has been with the agency since 2002 in a number of capacities. Initially serving in a Job Placement role she soon moved into a position as the Director of Marketing where she continued to diversify services and programs offered to persons served and established a presence statewide. Renea earned her MBA in Organizational Behavior from Northwood University in addition to her undergraduate accomplishments including Business Management at Northwood University and completing a major in Psychology at Central Michigan University and Accounting from the University of Michigan.
Renea’s education and industry experience have allowed her to grow SCM into the agency it is today. She thrives on the opportunity to assist underprivileged populations in removing barriers to ensure success. Renea strongly believes that diversity and inclusion are stepping-stones to providing meaningful employment opportunities and ultimately increasing self-sufficiency.
In her spare time, Renea loves to be active and participate in the community. She also loves to travel and spend time with her family.
Elizabeth A. Oberloier
Program Director/Job Coach Supervisor
Liz joined SCM in 2014. Liz holds a BS from Saginaw Valley State University in Health Sciences with a minor in Psychology. She currently serves as the Director for the Work Experience and Job Shadow Program, as well as the Supervisor of our Job Coaches / Skills Trainers / Employment Consultants. Liz has also been appointed our onsite Health and Safety Officer.
In her role, Liz plans, organizes, coordinates, manages and evaluates vocational programs. She ensures a high quality of program management that operates effectively and efficiently according to individuals’ vocational goals within a community-based setting.
In her free time, Liz enjoys kayaking and ice fishing with her husband, hot yoga, exploring all the beauty Michigan has to offer, knitting, and Sunday naps with her two dachshunds, Loki and Saphira.
Rachel L. Mularz
Director of Career Development/Job Placement Services
Rachel has been a part of the leadership team at SCM since 2012. She has an MBA from Davenport University and feels her role allows her to fully utilize her education, experience and knowledge to assist those in the disabled community in obtaining integrated and equitable employment.
Rachel says that the opportunity to work for Selective Case Management has provided her a platform to make a difference in so many ways. For two years prior to joining the team at SCM she worked as a CNA at a brain and spinal cord injury Rehabilitation center to then begin volunteering, while still working, as an employment coordinator with SCM.
She thrives on the challenges this position presents as it allows her to continue learning new and innovative ways of problem solving and overcoming challenges to ultimately meet the goals of the individuals we serve.
Amy J. Bledsoe
Office Manager/Administrative Staff Supervisor
Amy has been with SCM since 2007. Amy holds a bachelors degree in education from SVSU. Originally in an administrative capacity, her role has grown over the years into a leadership role that allows her to share her knowledge and experience with her coworkers and the individuals she interacts with daily.
Amy has been managing our administrative office and also provides Job Development to assist the individuals we serve in reaching their career goals.
Amy says that it gives her a huge sense of accomplishment to be able to help individuals succeed. Prior to completing her education and training, Amy worked in the clerical department and enjoys the growth that allows her to now interact one-one-one with clients as a Job Placement Specialist where she feels she has a direct role in their job search and ultimately their success.
When she is not at work Amy likes to go up north and camp, which is where she spend most of her weekends from May to October. She loves spending time outdoors doing everything from biking, jet-skiing, hiking, and going on walks with her dog.
The U.S. Department of Labor today announced that “Increasing Access and Opportunity” is the 2020 theme for October’s annual observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM).
This year is the nation’s 75th observance of NDEAM, which is administered by the Department’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). The observance culminates the Department’s commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
“Ensuring that America’s workplaces continue to include and accommodate people with disabilities will be an important part of our economic rebound,” said U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia. “Looking ahead, the Department will remain focused on the policies that led to a strong economy and record-low unemployment rates for persons with disabilities prior to the pandemic. A vigorous economic rebound and job growth will, alongside the Americans with Disabilities Act, increase access and opportunity for Americans with disabilities.”
“People with disabilities are experienced problem solvers with a proven ability to adapt,” said Office of Disability Employment Policy Deputy Assistant Secretary, Jennifer Sheehy. “Now more than ever, flexibility is important for both workers and employers. National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates the ingenuity people with disabilities bring to America’s workplaces.”
Each October, NDEAM celebrates America’s workers with disabilities and reminds employers of the importance of inclusive hiring practices. In 1945, Congress declared the first week of October “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In 1962, the word “physically” was dropped to include individuals with all types of disabilities. Congress expanded the week to a month in 1988, and changed the commemoration to National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
With its 2001 establishment, ODEP assumed responsibility for NDEAM. The agency’s efforts include selection of NDEAM’s annual theme, announced earlier in the year to enable organizations nationwide to plan their own observances. Employers of any size, in any industry – as well as community organizations, advocacy groups and schools – are encouraged to participate.
For more information about NDEAM, including ideas for how your organization can participate, visit www.dol.gov/ndeam. The website also features the 2020 NDEAM poster, highlighting ADA’s 30th anniversary.
The mission of the Department of Labor is to foster, promote and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers and retirees of the United States; improve working conditions; advance opportunities for profitable employment; and assure work-related benefits and rights.
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