Lindens Special Education Teachers Go Beyond The Classroom
Stephanie Grilli
Education Supervisor, Lindens Program
June 2, 2021
On a typical day, it is not uncommon for The Lindens team of teachers to encounter a wide variety of behaviors. They rise to the occasion, embracing each challenge thrown their way, using every moment as a teachable one. These talented and patient educators are determined to teach independence and skill-building tailored to each student’s... Read More »
Molding a Career in Social Work: Meet Julianna
Julianna Rankel
Bancroft Clinical Associate, Lindens Program
May 10, 2021
Lindens strong. That’s our motto at The Lindens Program. Teamwork is at the core of everything we do. I have been a proud member of the Lindens team working as a clinical associate for almost two and a half years.  The Lindens is a residential program helping children and adolescents ages 5-21 overcome acute behavioral challenges... Read More »
Creating Smiles While Making an Impact: Meet Andrew
Andrew DiPietropolo
Direct Support Professional
April 26, 2021
Andrew joined Bancroft in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Below, find out how Andrew navigated starting a new job during a global pandemic while working alongside his dedicated team to create smiles and a positive impact in the lives of the students in the Elementary Education Program.   “Every little positive outcome can make... Read More »
When a Job Becomes Your Family: 30 years at Bancroft
Clair Rohrer
Senior Vice President, Adult Services
April 5, 2021
When you are in your twenties, the world is simply an opportunity waiting to happen. For Clair Rohrer, a random phone call from a recruiter landed her an opportunity to join the Bancroft family. And a family is what she has built around her over the last 30 years working at Bancroft. “So much has... Read More »
Finding a New Calling: Michael’s Story at Bancroft
Michael Bradley
Clinical Specialist, Lindens Residential
April 5, 2021
At 64, Michael Bradley found himself at a crossroads. The program where he was teaching had closed, and he had a choice: Retire or find a new career. He chose the latter – and he found his new calling at Bancroft. Three years later, Bradley is a clinical specialist providing direct support to children and... Read More »
Making My Brother Proud: Sean’s Story to Bancroft
Sean Stump
Education Program Associate
March 25, 2021
From the time I was young, I have always wanted to help others. It came from wanting to help my older brother growing up, who had special needs. As a child I never saw him as different though, I just saw him as my brother.  It was as I got older when I started to... Read More »
From Nickelodeon to Bancroft: Creating Purpose by Helping Others
Justin Deitrick
Administrative and Regulatory Specialist, OD & Learning
March 4, 2021
About 10 years ago, I took a leap of faith into the world of Human Services after a decade of working in the entertainment industry.  I was just finishing a Master’s degree in Human Services and Leadership. I didn’t know what to expect, I just knew I wanted to help and lead people and I wasn’t... Read More »
Using Bancroft’s Tuition Reimbursement to Finish Her Degree: Dara’s Story
Dara
Program Manager, Bancroft Delaware
June 29, 2020
My name is Dara. I am a program manager for the Delaware program. I have been with Bancroft for the past four years, and I love what I do. The interaction with the individuals and the staff are something I look forward to every day. To come to work and know that I can make... Read More »
One Mom’s Perspective on her Role as an Essential Care Worker 
Mary Jo Kolaski
Direct Support Professional at Bancroft
May 21, 2020
Mary Jo Kolaski, Direct Support Professional at Bancroft It will soon be my 25th anniversary working as a Direct Support Professional at Bancroft, an obvious time to reflect on my journey. My mother worked as a teacher’s assistant at the Bancroft School, then located in Haddonfield, and I always looked up to her and the... Read More »
Accountant to Behavior Specialist: Career Change with Big Impact. 
David Sullivan
Behavior Specialist at Bancroft
April 23, 2020
Uncertainty and anxiety surrounding employment and job security is very real for the tens of thousands who have been laid off or furloughed.  Before all this, I took what I considered to be a big, bold step to leave a job in accounting in search of work that had real impact. I found meaningful secure... Read More »