Options Domestic & Sexual Violence Services is a member of the Kansas Coalition against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV). KCSDV enhances response and prevention efforts of member agencies and statewide initiatives through training, public policy advocacy, public awareness programs, accreditation of programs, and support to professionals and local crisis centers.
Meet Our Staff
Executive Director
The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensures that programs and services are in line with the mission of Options, ensures that services are provided according to best practice, and ensures that the agency has the resources needed to provide direct service to victims.
Director of Client Services
The Director of Client Services guides the creation and implementation of projects for the agency. Guiding current best practices, ensuring staff receives appropriate training and providing direct oversight for supervisors and administrative staff. Additionally, works with partnering organizations, oversees awareness events, and monitors grant progress regularly.
Meet Our Board of Directors
President
Mary Porterfield
Vice-President
Dawn Gabel
Treasurer
Barbara Weigel
Secretary
Edward Bouker
Past President
Thomas Powell
Member-at-Large
Beth Oller
Member-at-Large
Carrie Starns
Member-at-Large
Vacant
Member-at-Large
Janae Talbott
Member-at-Large
Kay Lea Carri
Member-at-Large
Mike Barnett
Member-at-Large
Rod Rodenbeck
Member-at-Large
Ziwei Qi
You could join our board!
The Board of Directors role is to assure the mission and goals for the organization are met through establishment of an action-oriented strategic plan with appropriate policies and diligent fiduciary oversight. Board members actively advocate for and serve as ambassadors of Options throughout the 18 county service area.
If you have a passion to help Options provide help, hope, and healing to victims of violence and abuse, consider joining our Board. The Board strives to recruit members that represent the geographical and cultural diversity of our area. Call 785-625-4202 for more information or send an email to [email protected]. You can also fill out an application here!