Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Summit DD team! Be on the lookout for future job openings on our Careers page.

Precious Sims, Referral and Support Specialist

“I previously worked at Community Support Services. I look forward to working with families and individuals by assisting them with their needs, by getting to know them better. In my personal time I enjoy reading books, listening to music, spending time with my family and refurbishing.”  – Precious Sims, Referral and Support Specialist

Tiffany Walker, Referral and Support Specialist

“I previously worked at Stark County JFS as a THRIVE community health worker assisting low income families get connected to Medicaid, find medical PCPs, and get connected to social services or resources in need. I look forward most to working here at Summit DD with the amazing individuals, families, caretakers, and staff here at Summit DD. I have worked in the DD community for 10 years with a small stint recently helping families through CPS then with THRIVE during the pandemic. I am very excited to be back in this field, where my heart is most filled. In my personal time I enjoy spending time with my son and husband. During the summer we enjoy swimming and being outside as much as possible. For the past couple of years we have vacationed to Florida, we enjoy Ft. Myers Beach and visiting Universal Studios in Orlando and riding rides.” – Tiffany Walker, Referral and Support Specialist

Karen Shellenbarger, Referral and Support Specialist

“I worked previously for Patriot Home Care, as a physical therapist assistant, I have been in physical therapy for the past 8.5 years. I look forward to team collaboration, DD community and family outreach, resource building, meeting and supporting families in the DD community. I have 2 children, my son Sam, 6, and my daughter MJ, 3. We are an active family, we enjoy sports, running, and traveling (near or far) when we can. I also own a small business refinishing furniture in my spare time.” – Karen Shellenbarger, Referral and Support Specialist

Kristi Durfee, Referral and Support Specialist

“I previously worked at Tallmadge Christian Preschool as their lead Prekindergarten teacher for 7 years. I am looking forward to making family connections. That was one of my favorite parts of being a teacher was making meaningful connections with kids and their families. In my free time I love to read, craft and garden. And spend time with my husband Ryan and our son Henry.” – Kristi Durfee, Referral and Support Specialist