APRIL 2024
We l c o m e : D a r o l d M o r r i s &
A l y s s i a D u p l e s s i
Please welcome our new Community
Employment Specialist, Darold Morris.
Darold has been in the IDD Field for over 10
years. He has worn many hats, serving as a
DSP, Vocational Education Trainer, Case
Manager, and Program Manager.
He is very passionate about this field and has
served on committees that pushed the Rate
Increase through the California Legislature.
He is an avid collector of Marvel and Star
Wars memorabilia and also participate in
Live Action Role Playing groups in California
and Nevada.
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Please welcome our new Job Developer, Alyssia
Duplessis.
Alyssia joins Ability Counts with diverse experiences
and a genuine love for making a difference. From
managing nonprofit programs in
K-12 education to navigating sales operations. She's
always pursued the balance between efÏciency and
heartfelt connection.
Alyssia has degrees from Columbia College
Missouri, including an AA in Art Studies and a B.A.
in History and Legal Studies.
She enjoys the fulfillment in nonprofit work, drawn
by its ability to ignite positive change in
communities.
Beyond her professional endeavors, she enjoys
learning new skills, road tripping, and spending
time with her family and pets.