Ashley Schindler is a DSP-III (Direct Support Professional) with a passion for helping others achieve their goals. Penn-Mar was extremely fortunate to have Ashley join the team almost 5 years ago at our Westminster location, formerly Change​, Inc. Ashley found her way to Penn-Mar when looking for volunteer...
Each month, we’re highlighting a “behind-the-scenes” team member whose work supports our mission, but whose face you might not often see on our social media pages.We’re excited to help you get to know our innovative team and the complex work we do.So, tune in for...
[caption id="attachment_3899" align="alignleft" width="202"] Charlie Nickel, a proud new employee at the Outback Steakhouse in Hunt Valley, MD.[/caption]While Charlie Nickel has only been at his new job at Outback Steakhouse in Hunt Valley, MD, for two months now, he’s already made a big impression on...
By Jill Golueke, Penn-Mar Volunteer and Board Member The month of April is dedicated to recognizing the importance of volunteering and honoring the significant contributions volunteers make by generously donating their time and talents to worthy causes.I am one of those volunteers who does not seek,...
Penn-Mar Human Services Direct Support Professional Named One of Nation’s Best- Senior DSP Maria Swift Recipient of Prestigious ANCOR DSP of the Year Award -  We are honored to announce that one of our outstanding Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Maria Swift, has been named the...
By Cheryl Barrows, Administrative Volunteer, Penn-Mar 30th Anniversary Gala Some 20 years ago when our friends and Penn-Mar supporters Jill and Steve Golueke invited my husband and me to the Black Tie Gala, we could never have imagined how devoted we would become to the organization’s...
[caption id="attachment_3291" align="alignleft" width="300"] The entrance to Carroll County Public Library's Exploration Commons at 50 East, which opened to the public on December 17th, 2021. (Photo: CCPL Staff)[/caption] As a community hub and resource for learning and literacy Carroll County Public Library (CCPL) is ahead of...
When building a resume and preparing for job interviews, there are many different factors to consider. Your education level is important. So is your previous work experience. References are crucial; not to mention the interview itself. ...
There are many different things that factor into getting a job. First, you build a resume and send it to a company as part of your application for a job. If the company thinks you could be a good fit for the position, they’ll schedule...
When Tina Chan Sweenie started working for Penn-Mar in January 2020 as Manager of Volunteer and Donor Engagement, she could never have imagined that only two months later the COVID pandemic would bring her outreach efforts to a screeching halt.With people and programs moving from...