Osvaldo (Ozzie) Cervantes
site program manager - Phoenix
Osvaldo (Ozzie) has been employed with The Opportunity Tree since June of 2014 and has worked in the field since March of 1989.
Currently he is the Site Program Manager for Phoenix.
Ozzie has experience in vocational training, habilitation for adults as well as in augmentative communication programming and the use of assistive technology to enhance communication and independent living skills.
tracy eshelman
site Program Manager - city of maricopa
Tracy joined the team at The Opportunity Tree in 2011, currently serving as the Maricopa Program Manager.
Her passion for working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities began while working in high school.
Desiree Golden
Site Program Manager - Avondale
Desiree came to The Opportunity Tree in March of 2024. Desiree began working in the behavioral health field in 2005 serving as an MHT, Supervisor, Program Director and Program Manager working closely with a wide range of psychological disorders, including SMI, psychiatric disorders, and other behavioral health challenges.
Desiree has always had a strong passion with the IDD/DDD community and has continued serving this community for almost 10 years as a DSP, Residential Supervisor, and Director Of Life Enrichment.
She is passionate about individual choices and strives to provide her Members with structure and positive guidance to ensure they learn and use the skills necessary to be as independent as possible.
She enjoys developing new learning skills, facilitating positive interactions, and being a supportive partner in the workplace.
Danny Varughese
residential team manager
Danny joined The Opportunity Tree as Residential Team Manager in September 2023, bringing with him over 15 years of unwavering commitment to working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Motivated by a profound belief in the power of presence to create positive change in someone’s life, Danny sees this line of work as more than just a job; it’s a calling.
He firmly believes that simple acts of kindness can have a ripple effect on our members’ lives, and he is dedicated to upholding this principle throughout his tenure at The Opportunity Tree, fostering a culture of compassion and support within the residential community.
Lashawna Miller
Residential Team Manager
Lashawna has dedicated 19 years to supporting and advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Currently a Residential Team Manager, Lashawna has been with The Opportunity Tree since 2022. Lashawna brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for making a positive impact on those she serves.
Her commitment to empowering individuals and fostering inclusivity shines through in her work every day.
Sarah Maydwell
hcbs team manager
Sarah joined The Opportunity Tree in 2022. She brings 12 years of experience in the I/DD field, as well as 7 years of experience as a volunteer. Her family participated in foster care at home growing up, and supported children with disabilities.
This foundational experience shaped Sarah’s passion for supporting the disability community.
Sarah’s goal is to help Members and their families successfully navigate the resources available to them and be a steadfast source of support along the way.
Kayla Holmes
Service Coordinator - city of Maricopa
Kayla came to The Opportunity Tree in 2017. She is the Service Coordinator at the Maricopa Campus and handles all Member services.
Kayla was proudly one of the inaugural staff members at the opening of The Opportunity Tree’s Maricopa Campus. She has had multiple positions within the organization.
Kayla has a passion for the field and the people she supports.
Haymanot Gashi
Service Coordinator - Phoenix
Haymanot (Hiyeme) started at The Opportunity Tree in December of 2023, currently serving as the Phoenix LEAF Service Coordinator. She has worked in the DDD field for four years where she deepened her understanding of advocacy and the change it can create.
She served people with substance use disorder as a Case Manager, where she gained key human services experience.
Hiyeme is enthusiastic about playing a supporting role in ensuring people’s needs, goals, and hopes are realized.
Rita Munoz
Service Coordinator - Casa Grande
Rita is a Service Coordinator at Casa Grande and has worked at The Opportunity Tree since 2005.
Rita received her Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate from Central Arizona College and has since quickly risen through the ranks from Program Assistant to Service Coordinator.
Mary Popp
Training Manager
Mary has been with The Opportunity Tree for the past 9 years and has worked in the IDD field in Arizona since 1992. She has a bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
Mary has past experience managing residential settings, supervising HCBS programs and has been a Licensing Coordinator for Adult and Child Developmental Homes. Training allows Mary to make an impact by connecting with those who are closest to the members and make a difference on a daily basis in their lives.
Otto Jorgenson
Service Coordinator - Avondale
Otto started working at the Opportunity Tree as a DSP in 2022.
He has grown with the organization, now serving as the Service Coordinator for the Avondale Campus.
Otto is always learning from those around him and adapting to his role. He aims to foster healthy relationships and build a community that everyone would be happy to be a part of.
Our Locations
Phoenix
3146 E. Windsor Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Casa Grande
209 W. 1st St.
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Avondale
328 W. Western Ave.
Avondale, AZ 85323
Maricopa
19756 North Maricopa Rd.
Suites #108 & 109
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Campus Hours:
Monday - Friday - 8 AM - 6 PM
The Opportunity Tree is closed on federal holidays.
The Opportunity Tree's QCO: 20354
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