Tandem Northwest is a non-profit 24-hour residential group home provider for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We strive to connect each individual’s strengths to the needs of others within their own home and community, so they may be engaged in a life full of meaning and purpose.
Tandem Northwest
a little about us
Supporting Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Tandem Northwest oversees residential group homes in the Salem/Keizer area, where our staff are present 24 hours a day to provide the specific support needed by our clients, including administering medication, cooking, driving to appointments, money management, positive behavior support, and more. For information on eligibility and how to apply for Support Services in Oregon, please visit DHS’s Services and Eligibility page.
Employment Opportunites
Join our team!
Our Direct Care Staff are the people who make each day possible at Tandem. As our front line of support, our DCS provide individualized support for each person we serve, including administering medication, cooking, driving to appointments, money management, positive behavior support, and more. Each staff member receives around 80 hours of classroom-style and on-the-floor training, as well certifications in CPR/First Aid, OIS, and Medication Administration.
ABOUT USteam members
Andrew has been working in the I/DD field since graduating from Oklahoma Wesleyan University in 2008. He has worked at all levels of the field. In his free time, Andrew enjoys spending time outdoors, writing, and relaxing with his family and four dogs on his farm near Silver Falls State Park.
Andrew Greenhalgh-Johnson
Executive Director
Jason started working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities back in 2008 as a Direct Care Staff. Jason first started working for Tandem in 2013. He loves snowboarding and spending time with his wife and son. He loves playing and watching most sports.
Jason Christensen
Associate Director
Jen has worked in the DD field since 2008. She started her journey with Tandem as Direct Care Staff in 2010, then moved to Residential Coordinator in 2015. In November 2017, Jen agreed to become the Medical Assistant, utilizing her strengths in Medication Administration and focusing on the overall health of each client. Jen enjoys reading and watching movies. She also loves the outdoors, hiking and spending time with her family.
Jen Cuff
Medical Assistant
Suzzanne started in 2016 as a Direct Care Staff at Tandem. She now creates meaningful opportunities in the community, individualized to each client, as our Life Purpose Coordinator. Suzzanne has 20 years of experience as a caregiver, with over a year in the I/DD field. She enjoys barbecuing, walking on the beach, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and her dog, Baby Girl.
Suzzanne Ernsdorff
Life Purpose Coordinator
Celeste first came to Tandem as a Direct Care Staff in 2015. In January 2017, she accepted a new position as Tandem’s Administrative Assistant and Receptionist. Celeste is extremely passionate about helping others. In her spare moments, she can be found relaxing with a good book, playing her ukulele, or taking a nap.
Celeste Grobey
Administrative Assistant
Sarah became Tandem’s Office Manager and Bookkeeper in May 2016. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Geography- Social Science in 2011. In her free time, Sarah enjoys exploring Oregon when she can with hiking, biking, or just driving around looking for new places to discover.
Sarah VanOvereem
Office Manager
Sasha has been involved in the DD field for 23 years. She is a licensed pharmacy tech, and is quite proficient in medical terminology. What she enjoys most about her position is working with a diverse population. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her kids.
Sasha Baker
Residential Coordinator
Bio coming soon!
Chelsea Baney
Residential Coordinator
Rebecca has been in the DD field for over 10 years. She loves the connection with her clients, and ensuring that their needs are met. In her spare time, she enjoys going to conventions, watching movies, and spending time with her family.
Rebecca Bettis
Residential Coordinator
Brandan found his way to Tandem Northwest in September of 2014. He absolutely adores the people that he serves. When not at work, you can find him generally having a restful evening at home cooking dinner, and doing whatever strikes his fancy on his computer.
Brandan Chinburg
Residential Coordinator
Debbie has worked at Tandem as a Direct Care Staff since 1998. She was excited to join the Admin Team in Spring 2015 and to continue supporting our clients and team! In her spare time, Debbie loves spending time with her family and grandkids, and is rarely seen without a smile on her face.
Debbie Johnson
Residential Coordinator
Titus has been working in the DD field for 12 years. He loves helping his clients, and being there to celebrate their achievements with them. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies, kayaking, and going on adventures.
Titus McDermeit
Residential Coordinator
Bio coming soon!
Jeremy Rowe
Residential Coordinator
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503.589.4901