About

Partners in Family Restoration

Our story begins in 2002, when four parents and foster/adoptive parents joined together in a grassroots effort to offer hope for families.

During the first few years, the majority of our services focused on mentoring and parent training. As our reputation grew in the community, we were asked to provide services to increasingly more complex situations, and we have responded to the need by adding to our staff expertise. The balance of QMHP and QMHA (credentialed and paraprofessional) staff provides the flexibility to respond promptly to family concerns, increase expertise in family dynamics and interventions, and a commitment to excellence at all levels.

We are proud to have served over 5,000 families and counting. Family SkillBuilders’ reputation of success is a result of our desire to serve families and of each member of our staff that continues the vision to offer the possibilities of change in our community.

Meet Our Team

Board of Directors

Miriam Won

Board President

Dr. Karen Rush

Board Treasurer

Dr. Jessica Dahlgren

Board Secretary

Mary Clark

Board Member

Ryan Faherty

Board Member

Directors

Dezarae Boyd-France

Executive Director

Adam Crosson

Development Director

Leadership

Elena Castilla

Safe Connection Program Director

Lara Lunsford

Supervisor

Colleen Sims

Prevention Program Director

Alyssa Pankratz

Families Forward Groups Supervisor

Direct Service Staff

Corina Jones

Safe Visitation and Exchange Facilitator

April Lampien

Safe Visitation and Exchange Facilitator

Magdalena Quiroz

Family Support Specialist, Bilingual in Spanish

Sarah Granstra Bizer

Family Support Specialist and Groups Facilitator

Alex Monroy-Benitez

Safe Visitation & Exchange Facilitator, Bilingual in Spanish

Brian Smith

Family Support Specialist

Tonya Deisner

Groups Facilitator

Guille Resendez

Family Support Specialist, Bilingual in Spanish

Support Staff

Leanne Hartman

Office Manager

Jake Frostick

Intake Coordinator

Careers

Join us in making a difference and empowering families to thrive.

Join Our Team

At Family SkillBuilders, we are dedicated to empowering families and transforming lives.

We are looking for passionate, committed individuals who share our vision of creating safe, loving homes for children. If you’re ready to make a difference and grow with us, explore our career opportunities and become a part of our supportive, dynamic team.

Use the form here to submit your interest and see how you can become a part of the solution today.

Current Opportunities

We're always looking for program providers and volunteers to help serve our community. Join us in making a difference and empowering families to thrive.

Family Coordinator

Are you seeking an established agency where you can begin or advance your social services career? Bring your skills and experience and watch as you effect positive change for Oregon families. Family SkillBuilders has been serving parents and children for over 21 years with proven educational programs.

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Support Families, Create Futures

Your generosity empowers families to thrive. Donate today and make a difference.

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