Manager of Holistic Defense Services

937-266-2042
bucaroj@mcohio.org

Jill graduated from the University of Dayton with a B.A. in International Studies and completed her Master’s of Social Work at The Ohio State University. Jill brings prior experience working with adults experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and alcohol and drug addiction. Jill is an independently licensed social worker (LISW-S), an independently licensed chemical dependency counselor (LICDC), and a certified Anti-Oppression Informed Practitioner through the Ohio chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Jill has been working at our office for one year and is a member of the National Association of Social Workers and National Association for Public Defense. In her free time, Jill enjoys reading, hiking, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering in the community.

Social Work Team Lead

(937) 224-8628
YatesA@mcohio.org

Alyssa graduated from Wright State University with a B.A. in Rehabilitation Services and is currently working on her Master’s of Social Work at The Ohio State University. Alyssa brings prior experience working with adults experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and alcohol and drug addiction. Alyssa is a member of the National Association of Social Workers and National Association for Public Defense. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Mitigation Specialist

(937) 224-3876
overk@mcohio.org

Kelsey graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a B.A. in Criminal Justice. Kelsey bring prior experience working for Montgomery County, having previously worked in Community-based corrections, inpatient treatment, and the Courts in a Case Management capacity. In her free time, Kelsey enjoys spending time with family, reading and gardening.

Social Worker

(937) 496-6623
TowlerT@mcohio.org

Tionna graduated from Wright state university in 2018 with by BA in psychology. She is currently enrolled at Wright State University earning her Master’s of Social Work. Tionna started in our office as a Social Work Intern, and has gone on to become a full-time employee. She has been working with the addiction and mental health population as a care coordinator. Tionna has a CDCA (Chemical Dependency Counselor’s Assistant) Certification. She is also a member of the National Association of Social Workers. In her free free time she enjoys reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Housing Case Manager

(937) 224-3707
NeroneP@mcohio.org

Budd began working with our office during the summer of 2022 after spending 14 years working various jobs in homeless outreach between Ohio and Colorado. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies from the University of Dayton in 2007. In his free, Budd can be found playing with his 3-year-old and newborn.

Community Resources Specialist

937-496-7482
lovelessr@mcohio.org

Reva is currently a Notary at the Public Defender’s Office. She completed the Realest Program at Sinclair Community College and was on the trustee board for County Corp. Housing for over six years. Prior to being part of our office, Reva was a Certified Medical Assistant. She served 33 years as a Case Manager/Clerk in Courtroom for Montgomery County Juvenile Court. Once she retired, she worked as a Job Coach at JFS. Today, Reva enjoys being with her grandchildren and helping out her granddaughter’s drill team, as she loves sports. Additionally, she helps manage rental properties for a family member.

Diversion Specialist

937-224-8620
SandersS@mcohio.org

Stephanie attended Sinclair Community College for four years. Before coming to our office, Stephanie taught yoga and group fitness to ladies at the Ohio Reformatory for Women and was a rescue dog volunteer. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, and traveling to West Virginia to visit family.

Social Worker

326-202-8997
JonesAl@mcohio.org

Lexi L. Jones, MSW, is a committed advocate with a passion for social justice and a solid foundation in legal advocacy. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies and a Master of Social Work from Ohio University. Since then, she has devoted her career to supporting individuals within the legal system, particularly those who face significant barriers to justice. Lexi’s work is driven by her belief in the potential of people to overcome obstacles and create positive, lasting change.

As a member of both the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the National Association for Public Defense (NAPD), Lexi continues to advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals in need. She works diligently to ensure equitable access to justice for all. In her free time, Lexi enjoys spending time with her daughter and family, camping, and watching true crime shows.