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

Dimaris “Dee” Ayala, Benefits & Compensation Manager

“I am grateful for the welcoming support received from everyone here at Summit DD. I have over 20 years of experience working in the non-profit healthcare sector. I previously worked at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center in downtown Cleveland. In my personal time, I enjoy cooking, theater, traveling, and spending time with family. My passion has always been serving others. I look forward to getting to know everyone at the Agency and familiarizing myself with Summit County.” – Dimaris “Dee” Ayala, Benefits & Compensation Manager

Emily Ickes, SSA

“Before coming to Summit DD, I worked at Portage County Job and Family Services – Child and Adult Protective Services. At the Agency, I look forward to working with the clients and their families or guardians, and learning new skills. In my personal time, I love to cook, try new restaurants with my husband and friends, garden, play with my children, and host parties for my friends and family.” – Emily Ickes, SSA

Elizabeth “Annie” Schlegel, SSA

“I previously worked for Summit County Job and Family Services for 13 years. At Summit DD, I look forward to working with consumers in their community and connecting them with resources that are available to them. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and nine-year-old daughter. We love spending our time together doing just about anything outdoors.” – Elizabeth “Annie” Schlegel, SSA