Byron Bartley--CEO/President

Byron is a college graduate from New Mexico State University and has been in charge of organizations like Door of Opportunity, Inc. for more than 35 years. Byron manages the financial functions of Door of Opportunity, Inc. He makes sure that we are paid appropriately for your care and that all expenses are directed in the way they should. Byron also plays an active role in learning about provider options for your services. He is involved with many committees and groups throughout New Mexico that best support your needs. Byron spends a lot of time promoting community awareness of Door of Opportunity, Inc.
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Leah Smith--Compliance Officer

Leah is a college graduate from Eastern New Mexico University and has worked with people with disabilities for many years. She also takes care of the contracts that Door of Opportunity, Inc. has with the state of New Mexico. Leah does this to be sure we offer you choices, and the best services in the safest surroundings. Leah also helps keep the organization running by the standards of CARF and QMB. This is the group of people that visits us from time to time to make sure we do a good job. Leah meets with family members during Family Forum and assists with the Door of Opportunity, Inc. self advocacy group, “People’s Rights.”
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Susan Caley--Vice President of Clinical Affairs

Susan is a college graduate from Graceland College in Iowa and has been in the health field for a long time. Susan is a nurse and helps all of you feel better when you are sick and helps train staff that work with you to best take care of your needs. Susan visits with your doctors and therapists to make sure they are all aware of what kind of care you need. She makes important notes about your medicine and how it affects you. Susan also helps with healthy meal planning and does head to toe checks with you as needed. In addition to these duties, Susan is an active part of your team meetings to best advocate for the level of support you need to be as independent as possible. Susan visits you at the day program and sees you at home to ensure you are well taken care of.
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Nancy Bartley--Behavior Therapist

Nancy has a BA from University of Texas and a MA from Webster University St. Louis (Albuquerque site) in Mental Health Counseling. She has worked with non-profit organizations for 15 years and owned her own business for over 10 years. Nancy is our Behavior Therapist serving adults in Eddy County. In behavior therapy, Nancy explores both strengths and challenges, building on the strengths, interests, and uniqueness of a person.

Christopher Padilla, M.S.,CCC/SLP--Speech/Language Pathologist

Hi, my name is Chris Padilla; I have the privilege of providing speech therapy services here at the Door of Opportunity. I have worked as a speech/language pathologist for twelve years. I was born and raised in the Albuquerque but glad to be in the south. I received my education at the University of New Mexico. Following graduation, I headed south and began providing speech therapy in the schools, hospital and the DD waiver setting. In general, my job description includes but is not limited to: participating as an active team member of an IDT, assessing and treating communication disorders, assessing augmentative and alternative means of communication and monitoring aspiration risks/ providing meal time plans. I am grateful to have the opportunity to work with such an extraordinary group of people here in Artesia. Each and every day spent working in this environment is truly rewarding and extremely meaningful to many.

Kim Hill--Director of Vocational Services

I am Kim Hill, the Director of Vocational Services. I’ve worked with Pioneer Adult Rehab Center in Utah before coming to work at Door of Opportunity, Inc. I graduated High school in El Paso, TX. I am here to help you if you want to work find employment by going out and meeting employers in the community to find job options for you. After you have a job, I will provide a job coach for you so you can learn and maintain your employment. I will also check on you at work and make reports on how you are doing. I will work closely with your team to assist you in funding and maintaining your employment in the community.
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Amy Patterson--Meaningful Day Manager

My name is Amy Patterson. I was born and raised in Artesia and graduated from Artesia High School in 2001. I studied Communication and Sociology while attending NMSU in Las Cruces. I thoroughly enjoy my job. I strive to provide the support and tools needed for the ladies and gentlemen served to have a self-directed, meaningful life, in which their choices are honored and facilitated.
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Veronica Watts--Human Resource Director

Hi! I am Veronica Watts and I am the Human Resource Director for Door of Opportunity, Inc. I have been with the company since November of 2008 and having a great time learning more about my job and at the same time getting to know the individuals personally. Currently I am working on restricting the department while also being responsible for Payroll, Accounts Receivable/Payable, MITC timekeeping program, working with the latest DocuWare System and many other numerous duties. I am pleased to have been given the opportunity to move forward and obtain new knowledge to utilize within my job while discovering new-fangled information.
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Rachel Herrera--Human Resource Administrator

My name is Rachel Herrera, after 11 years as a stay-home mom I came to work for Door of Opportunity in April 2009. In my brief time, I have worked with Docuware and was recently moved into Human Resources as an Administrator. I am working with Veronica in revamping HR and learning the MITC system. I am very excited about this move and look forward to any future endeavors. I have enjoyed getting to know all of the Individuals and I truly believe this is where I was meant to be.
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Amy Grantham--Service Coordinator

Hi, I am Amy Grantham. I am the Service Coordinator here at the Door of Opportunity, Inc. I am a graduate from Eastern New Mexico University and have worked with people with disabilities throughout the years. My position here is to help coordinate any and all services that our individuals receive. I also attend and participate in team meetings, assist the individuals to create meaningful outcomes in all of their life areas, prepare and submit reports that are sent to the state and to other agencies, as well as promoting and providing opportunities that will assist the individuals to make their lives more self-directed. I enjoy being a part of this team to assure that our consumers are able to contribute to, and be a part of the great community of Artesia.
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Dale Caley--Pharmacy Technician

Dale is a Licensed Practical Nurse and a Certified Pharmacy Tech. He oversees the daily operations of Pharmacy Services at Door of Opportunity, Inc., Inc. He also assists and performs nursing duties as delegated. He participates in training and instruction of new employees. He is also the HIPAA Compliance and Safety Officer. Dale is certified with the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy and the New Mexico Board of Nursing. He graduated from St. Petersburg Vocational School of Practical Nursing in Florida in 1979.
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Maria Chavarria--Clinical Assistant

Hi my name is Maria Chavarria I am the Clinical Administrative Assistant. I have enjoyed working for the door of Opportunity for quite a while. When I first started it was no more than just another job to help pay bills, today I would not trade it for nothing. I have been given the great opportunity to work with you in many areas. I have done direct support, Management and currently healthcare. My job consists of taking you to doctor’s appointments and keeping up with your medical files. I train CPR, Vital Signs and the Daily living video Series to our new staff. I have worked in the Health Care filed for about five years. I want to stress how much I enjoy working with you and hope that you will continue to let me be a part in your life.
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Nicole Ripley, LPN--Staff Nurse

Hi, I am Nicole Ripley. I am a staff nurse at the Door of Opportunity. I received my license in practical nursing in the fall of 2008 and I am currently licensed with the New Mexico Board of Nursing. I perform many duties here at the Door of Opportunity, but most importantly, I make sure you are at your optimal health. When you’re not feeling well, I do what I can to help, support and comfort you. I visit with your doctor’s and make helpful notes to make helpful notes to make sure they are aware of what kind of care you may need. I also train staff to assist them on how to care for you. I am also an active participant in your team meetings to help advocate your needs.
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Shannon Waddell--Billing Specialist & VP of Operations for Lending Hands

I am a long time employee of the Door of Opportunity, Inc. and I have worked in various positions while employed here. Currently my job titles are Billing Specialist and Vice President of Operations for our sister corporation, “Lending Hands.” I handle all paperwork related to your support services and bill it appropriately. I graduated her in Artesia and have been a resident since the age of 5.
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Karyn Estrada--Compliance Manager

My name is Karyn and I was born and raised in Artesia and graduated in 1990. I left Artesia for a short time in 2006 and returned in 2007 because this is where I wanted to raise my children. I was recently promoted from the position of the Receptionist to the Compliance Manager. I am a very organized and detailed person. I am here to assist with compliance and conformance to standards and regulations. I am also involved with quality assurance with billing. In addition, I track all of the staff trainings provided at Door of Opportunity and elsewhere. My job is very rewarding and I wish to have many years here at the Door of Opportunity.
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Nicolette Knowlton--Arts & Crafts Specialist

My name is Nicolette Knowlton and I am the Arts and Crafts Specialist. I grew up in Roswell, NM. I moved to Artesia after living in San Diego, CA and Sierra Vista, AZ. I think that Artesia is a good community and love being here. Arts and Crafts have always been one of my greatest hobbies and I enjoy bringing my passion to the lives of others. I do a lot of different kinds of activities with the individuals ranging from painting to making candy roses. I try to get a feel for what the individuals like, review their ISP, and do projects that they would enjoy and have fun doing. My goal is get individuals to dig down into their creative side and make something that they are proud of. I want the individuals to have a chance to make products and go out into the community and sell them, if they wish. I enjoy seeing their faces when the project is finished and they are amazed that they created it with their own hands and mind.

Todd Harper--Transportation Manager

I am the transportation manager here at Door of Opportunity. I take care of the vehicles and transport needs. I have been working here since April 2008. My peers accuse me of being the most pleasant and jolly person Door of Opportunity employs. Providing transportation is an important part of the successful implementation service for people in the program. It is my goal to keep the transportation services running smooth and in order.

Sharon Siegenthaler--Meals on Wheel Coordinator

Hello, my name is Sharon Siegenthaler and I began working at Door of Opportunity in September 2008 as the Meals on Wheels Coordinator. The Meals on Wheels program was developed to serve anyone who lives alone and unable to prepare his/her own meal, whether elderly, ill, convalescent, or on a specified diet which cannot be prepared at home. Meals are planned and prepared for special diets at the Artesia General Hospital kitchen. Since I began the position of Meals on Wheels Coordinator, the routes have grown from two routes to three routes. My goal is to continue to bring awareness of this wonderful service to our community and to enhance the program by bringing dignity and respect to those we serve.
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Door of Opportunity employs more than 100 direct support staff.

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