Government and Politics
December 5, 2024
From: Missouri Governor Mike ParsonJefferson City - On December 5, 2024, Governor Mike Parson announced 16 appointments to various boards and commissions.
Ansur Adams, of Columbia, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Mr. Adams currently serves as clinical supervisor and site director for Powerhouse Community Development Corporation. He previously served as director of youth development for COMO Youthworks. Mr. Adams holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Springhill College and a Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling from Walden University.
January Boyer, of Kansas City, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Ms. Boyer currently serves as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. She previously served as support coordinator, intake and assessment specialist, and community living coordinator for the Missouri Department of Mental Health. Ms. Boyer holds a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from Park University.
Marsha Campe, of Camdenton, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Ms. Campe currently serves as assistant director of effective practices for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. She previously served as a teacher for the Sedalia School District. Ms. Campe holds a Bachelor of Science in deaf education K-12 and elementary education 1-6 from MacMurray College and a Master of Arts in elementary administration from William Woods University.
Daniel Cayou, of Columbia, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Mr. Cayou currently serves as an attorney for Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services. He previously served as an attorney for Kespohl, McCrary, and Cornejo LLC. Mr. Cayou holds a Bachelor of Science in management and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Dr. Chris Clause, of California, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Dr. Clause currently serves as assistant commissioner for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Vocational Rehabilitation program. He has been a licensed professional counselor since 2008. Dr. Clause holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Indiana University, a Master of Science in psychology from the University of Central Missouri, and a Doctor of Philosophy in public affairs from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Claire Helmig, of Linn, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Ms. Helmig currently serves as a level I medication aide at Harbor Place. She previously served as a dietary aide for General Baptist Nursing Home and as a florist assistant for River City Florist.
Robert “Bob” Hosutt, of Nixa, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Mr. Hosutt currently serves as owner of Work Solutions LLC. He previously served as regional senior manager for the Health and Medical Department at Union Pacific Railroad. Mr. Hosutt holds a Bachelor of Education in rehabilitation services from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a Master of Arts in counseling psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Jennifer Keller, of Lee's Summit, was appointed to the State Board of Psychologists.
Ms. Keller currently serves as section chief of psychology and senior director of behavioral health for University Health Behavioral Health Lakewood Counseling. She is a licensed psychologist in both Missouri and Tennessee. Ms. Keller is a member of the Missouri Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association. She holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology/sociology from Northwest Missouri State University and a Master of Arts and Doctor of Psychology from Forest Institute of Professional Psychology.
Paul Lenhart, of Crestwood, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Mr. Lenhart currently serves as a disability inclusion operations leader with Mercy serving the greater St. Louis area. He previously served as direct support coordinator and employment specialist for St. Louis Arc. Mr. Lenhart received the 2010 Big Picture Award for creating and implementing weekly education classes for the St. Louis City Community Integration Site.
Scott Lindsey, of Cabool, was appointed to the Coroner Standards and Training Commission.
Mr. Lindsey currently serves as sheriff of Texas County. He previously served as chief of police for the City of Licking. Mr. Lindsey has held a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) license since 1997. He holds a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice from Drury University.
Dr. Maureen Clancy-May, of St. Louis, was appointed to the Southeast Missouri State University Board of Governors.
Dr. Clancy-May currently serves as state supervisor for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Office of Quality Schools. She previously served as superintendent of the Bayless School District. Dr. Clancy-May holds a Ph.D. in education administration from Saint Louis University, a Master of Science in education administration from the University of Missouri–St. Louis, and a Bachelor of Science in teaching exceptional children from Southeast Missouri State University.
Paul Ogier, of St. Louis, was appointed to the Health and Educational Facilities Authority of the State of Missouri.
Mr. Ogier currently serves as a board member of LeadingAge Missouri and as treasurer of Nursing Facility Agency Corporation (NFAC). He previously served as chief financial officer for Lutheran Senior Services in Brentwood. Mr. Ogier holds a Bachelor of Science in finance from Missouri State University.
Jill Patterson, of Springfield, was appointed to the Child Abuse Neglect and Review Board.
Ms. Patterson currently serves as senior attorney for Legal Services of Southern Missouri. She previously served as development director for the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame and as assistant prosecuting attorney for both Greene and Christian Counties. Ms. Patterson holds a Bachelor of Arts from Washington University in St. Louis and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Columbia
Susan Roemer, of Harrisburg, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Ms. Roemer currently serves as executive director of Independent Living Resource Center and as vice president of Missouri Centers for Independent Living (MOCIL). She previously served as director of professional services for MORE Group. Ms. Roemer is a certified workforce development professional.
Dr. Josh Stilley, of Columbia, was appointed chair of the State Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services.
Dr. Stilley currently serves as associate professor of emergency medicine at University of Missouri Health Care. He previously served as clinical assistant professor of emergency medicine at University of Iowa Health Care. Dr. Stilley is state chapter vice president of the National Association of EMS Physicians. Dr. Stilley holds Bachelors of Science in biology and economics from Iowa State University and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Missouri–Columbia.
Tim Tadlock, of Gallatin, was appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.
Mr. Tadlock currently serves as an insurance agent for State Farm Insurance Agency. He previously served as president of the Gallatin Rotary Club. Mr. Tadlock holds a Bachelor of Science in marketing and business management and a Master of Business Administration from Northwest Missouri State University.