Operations Director, OIS Instructor and Behavior Professional

Aubrey Valadez

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BMHC of Oregon is happy to introduce Aubrey Valadez.

Aubrey's education and experience include working as an ABA technician, an early childhood educator, administration at a non-profit organization/community action agency and as a QMHA. She is enrolled in a master of Psychology program with the goal of becoming a QMHP. 

Aubrey is an animal lover. Especially, dogs! She is a pleasure reader, loves music and enjoys connecting with her community by attending femme/queer shows and gatherings. She cares passionately about human rights, finding more ways than ever to be loud and proud! Holding space for others to find their truest selves and than cheerleading that self is Aubrey's highest purpose. 

Currently, Aubrey writes behavioral plans (Functional Behavior Assessments and Positive Behavior Support Plans), teaches Oregon Intervention System courses for our DSPs and members of the community, and works administration for Behavior and Mental Health Consultation of Oregon. 

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If you are interested in DSP services, please contact BMHC Oregon at (541) 316-0376 For behavior professional services (FBA, PBSP or OIS) contact us at (541) 316-0686 

Program Manager

Melissa Cabaccang

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BMHC of Oregon is happy to introduce Melissa Cabaccang, one of our first to work for BMHC and our newest Program Manager.

She has a background in printing which has given her a map of Central Oregon in her head, customer service which has made her easy to connect to and social service work which has attributed to the research of resourcing to ones needs. Melissa has been a DSP going on three years and will be taking her knowledge to her management role. In her free time, she likes to create digital art, running with her dog, cooking new meals and listening to music throughout. This has led to Melissa creating several art designs for BMHC and using those to build on how we are seen in the community, creating a new way of recognizing our agency out in the wild. She has continued to show up for BMHC and the community in so many ways, all with the want to help build another pilar to support all those who may need it without feeling the burden of the outside world.

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If you are interested in DSP services, please contact BMHC Oregon at (541) 316-0376

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Lexus Aguirre

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BMHC of Oregon is happy to introduce Lexus Aguirre, a direct support professional (DSP).

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Lexus is passionate about social work and advocating for individuals in need. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from New Mexico State University and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at Walden University.  

Lexus discovered her passion for working with the IDD community while serving as a Registered Behavior Technician, providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism. 

Now based in Bend, Oregon, Lexus works as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Her experience as a Behavior Professional and DSP has allowed her to support both children and adults, creating individualized strategies to promote independence, personal growth, and meaningful engagement. She values building strong relationships and advocating for the individuals she serves.  

Outside of work, Lexus enjoys exploring new places—whether trying out a new restaurant or traveling to a different country—as well as hiking, reading, and spending quality time with her friends, family, and her cat.  

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Robert Smith

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BMHC of Oregon is happy to introduce Robert Smith, a new Direct Support Professional (DSP).

Here's some info on Robert: 
Robert is an avid musician who loves computer science, history, and older video games. He has been working privately in the field for 5+ years and is 
currently completing his second year of professional support. The variable nature of every day encounter is Robert's favorite part of his job, second only to the care he gets to provide while finding new opportunities to grow.

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Cheryl Fania

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BMHC of Oregon is happy to introduce Cheryl Fania, a direct support professional (DSP).

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Cheryl has been working as a direct support professional since August of 2024. Cheryl has always been drawn to supporting or serving others or Humanity in various ways throughout her life. Cheryl has owned and operated a dog daycare service in the community for 7 years which she still runs on a part-time basis. Cheryl has two loyal and lovely long haired German Shepherds with whom she spends all for free time with. Hiking and day trips to lakes and rivers with her loving dogs is how Cheryl grounds and centers herself.

Cheryl also enjoys cooking and doing crafts as well as gardening. Cheryl has a deep understanding of caretaking and expressing empathy towards others which is why she was so drawn to becoming a direct support professional. Cheryl enjoys supporting and advocating for people with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. Cheryl feels that this is her calling and is very happy working with such lovely people and supporting them in their homes and communities. 

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Shelleigh Williams

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BMHC of Oregon is happy to introduce Shelleigh Williams, a direct support professional (DSP).

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Shelleigh has been with BMHC for years, committed to providing the best support she can within that time.