Canarsie
The best of the best
Kudos are sent to Terry Charles, the Canarsian voted the 2014 Center for Family Support, “Employee of the Year.”
Fresh off his win as the Employee of the Month for December, our pal Terry, a medical coordinator, was recognized for his dedication to his service recipients and their families. Steven Vernikoff, executive director at the center, was very proud of Terry and shared his delight at the nomination.
“It gives me great pleasure to recognize Terry Charles as the best-of-the-best and to bestow this distinctive award upon him,” said Vernikoff. “His contributions over the past 12 months have made him the clear winner this year.”
Terry was nominated by supervisor Merrill Brandt, who said his charge has demonstrated an exemplary work ethic, is a team player, and does not hesitate to provide hands-on support to other medical coordinators. “When new service recipients move into the residential home he is assigned to, he voluntarily assists them with the moving process as well as helps them get organized by inputting their medical information into the system the agency uses to monitor this information,” Brandt said. “Terry is an asset to this organization and unquestionably has the potential to enhance his growth within the agency.”
The Center was founded in 1954 by parents who were looking for in-home assistance as an alternative placement for their family members. According to its website, the center is committed to providing support and assistance to individuals with developmental and related disabilities, and to family members who care for them.
Standing O is giving Terry a great big Standing O of the Year shout out.