Our Team
Program Team
Joyce
Cultural Team Lead
Counsellor Team Lead
Joyce, Counsellor Team Lead
I have worked at Round Lake Treatment Centre since 1986 and currently work as the Team Leader. I am just like a timex watch. I keep on ticking! It never ceases to amaze me how clients change after they have completed our program. I am dedicated to the Centre, the clients and I love my job!
Grant
team lead
Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Grant, Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
I am very honoured and grateful to be on the RLTC Counselling Team! Prior to coming to RLTC, I have been involved with “Men’s Work” for over 20 years. I spent 7 years supporting men as the Executive Director and Lay Counsellor at West Coast Men’s Support Society (www.westcoastmen.org). I graduated with an MA Counselling Psychology in 2016, and am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Certified Indigenous Addictions Specialist (CDS III). I am presently pursuing a PhD in Eco-Psychology. I have also been involved in the business world for over 30 years and still have a marketing firm. I look forward to contributing to the healing journey of many many clients at RLTC!
On a personal note, I have been married for nearly 30 years to Annik Moyal-Waldman; and we have a wonderful son, Nathaniel, who will be completing his undergrad degree next year. I am a published singer-songwriter-poet, and enjoy performing at local coffee houses. I am also honoured to be able to offer my Lakota flute and other music at RLTC. I look forward to exploring the Interior region of BC in the coming months and years. I enjoy connecting with Mother Earth through hiking, kayaking, tennis, and golf.
Mary
Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Mary, Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Hello, my name is Mary G. from the Okanagan Band. Welcome to my traditional territory.
Being a counsellor at RLTC is very rewarding. I truly enjoy being a witness to the growth, change and healing which happens for the clients at Round Lake.
Bernie
Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Bernie, Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
My name is Bernie; I am Okanagan and a member of the Okanagan Indian Band. 
I come to RLTC with a wealth of education & skills. I completed a BSW and a M.Ed at UBC Okanagan. I have a passion to enhance people’s recovery using traditional healing models. My life has been blessed and enriched with my very large family, three beautiful and amazing daughters, who have gifted and enhanced my life in numerous ways. In the early beginning of RLTC some of my family members have worked here as well. I honour & respect those who are entering their healing journey and fully support their recovery and sobriety.
My personal philosophy is my belief in having a holistic perspective on life. I value my culture, traditions and teachings. I energetically demonstrate this in my everyday life by practicing my First Nations cultural practices. This includes the medicine wheel theory which is the foundation of my personal philosophy. This means living in balance and having interconnectedness with my spiritual, physical, mental and emotional aspects of my intrinsic self. It is integral to be in balance with all of these components so that I can ultimately function in my fullest capacities.
I love learning, reading, beading, creativity & empowering self & others. It is each our responsibility; to embrace our uniqueness, to strengthen our internal and external selves, to fulfill our purpose within humanity, and to enrich and deepen our sacred journey through this life time. All my Relations.
Robert
Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Robert, Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Hi there. I am Bob. I am privileged to be working at RLTC. 
I have a life long association working with First Nations peoples through my upbringing in Winnipeg, volunteer work at Rossbrook House in the Inner City and as a board member of the Alcohol Foundation of Manitoba. In Vernon, I have worked closely with First Nations peoples in conflict with the law, assisting Residential School survivors and my many friendships in the Okanagan Nation. I have recently completed a second BA degree in Psychology at UBCO with the goal of counselling. I actively participate in a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities. Limlimt.
Craig
Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
Craig, Wellness Counsellor Facilitator
I am honoured and privileged to be part of the Counselling team at Round Lake Treatment Centre. To be part of the healing journey of our clients is incredible. My personal recovery journey started 13 years ago. I have a diploma in addictions counselling and am pursing my degree in psychology.
Clair
RESIDENT NURSE
Clair, Resident Nurse
My name is Clair and I have worked in the healthcare profession as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for 13 years. I graduated in 2003 from the College of the Rockies, with Honours.
I have worked in a myriad of different settings, including acute, intermediate, complex, community and some remote nursing experience in the Northwest Territories.
I am very grateful to be working with an inspiring team of professionals who approach recovery through trauma-informed, culturally rich program, here at Round Lake Treatment Centre.
Client Support
Jeanette
CSW Program Administrator
Jeanette, CSW Program Administrator
My name is Jeanette. I am Syilx from the Okanagan Indian Band. I have worked at Round Lake Treatment Centre since July 2014. Part-time at first, then, fortunate enough to be offered a full-time position as the Executive Assistant. I have recently moved into the Program Department in a new role as the Program Administrator, supervising the CSWs. I am thankful to be so welcomed as a part of the amazing team here at Round Lake and feel blessed to be a part of the healing work that is done here.
Mary
CSW Team Lead
Mary, CSW Team Lead
My name is Mary. I am a member of the Okanagan Indian Band Number One. I am originally from the Mount Currie Indian Band. I have worked at Round Lake Treatment Centre since February 1989. I am a client support worker and also the client services coordinator. I enjoy doing a lot of things such as going to pow wows, stick games, rodeos, hunting, fishing, picking berries, tanning hides, drum making, beading, reading books, drumming and singing.
Anne
CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER
Anne, Support Staff
Hello, my name is Anne. What I enjoy most as being a Client Support Worker is seeing the changes that occur in the clients as they complete their treatment. I enjoy walking, volleyball, bowling, gym exercising, dancing, beading and playing card games.
Christine
CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER
Christine, Support Staff
My healing journey started in September of 2002 I completed an 42 Alcohol – Drug Program up Vancouver Island, from there I attended various self – help Programs. 2 years into my sobriety I was hired at a Substance Abuse Treatment Centre where I worked as a casual cook for 9 years and a client support worker for 3 years, 11 years into my sobriety I went back to school and obtained skills for the social field.
My main focus is to inspire participant healing, by modelling the Medicine Wheel – Physical, Mental, Emotional and Spiritual Wellness to help strengthen participants aspirations by encouraging to share their strengths, experiences and hopes.
Sylvia
CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER
Sylvia, Support Staff
I have been clean and sober since 1987 and have worked at RLTC since 2008. I really enjoy hearing people’s stories and am able to find some common ground with people. I have education and experience in the Social Service field. My hobbies are quilting, going for long walks and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to sharing my experience, strength and hope with you!
Marion
CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER
Marion, Support Staff
Hello my name is Marion. I am a Chilcotin Native and have lived most of my life here in the beautiful Okanagan. I have had the privilege to work here since 2017. Round Lake has helped getting and staying sober a reality for me. The wonderful staff here, have blessed me with a safe place to learn and practice the teaching of my ancestors. It has been an honour to be a part of something that is bigger than myself.
Sean
CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER
Sean, Support Staff
Hello, my name is Sean. I have been through the treatment program here at Round Lake. I then moved into the Painted Turtle Lodge Recovery Home. I started working through the work therapy program at RLTC in housekeeping/janitorial and maintenance. I was then hired as a Client Support Worker. I love being a part of the clients’ healing journey. I have enjoyed many careers, including guitar making. I also enjoy learning about many different cultures.
Dana
CLIENT SUPPORT WORKER
Dana, Support Staff
Hello, my name is Dana, I am part of the Sagkeeng First Nation. I have lived in BC since I was 5 years old and I cold not imagine living elsewhere. My favourite pastime includes spending time with my family and swimming. I’m grateful to be alive and helping others at RLTC, where I myself have healed and continue to heal along this journey of life. Miigwech Gizhe-manidoog, all my Relations!!
Administration
Hannah
INTAKE COORDINATOR
Hannah, Intake Coordinator
Intake Coordinator
Hobbies: Reading, golfing, and walking my grandpugs
Education: Office Administration Diploma, Human Service Worker
I choose to work at Round Lake because I love being part of a team who work hard to empower people to succeed at having a clean & sober life. The people who work here are my family and all have their own unique gifts, but work together for the success of the client.
In my spare time, I am spending quality grandmother time with my beautiful granddaughter.
Susan
OFFICE MANAGER
Susan, Office Manager
Hello, my name is Susan. I am relatively new to the Okanagan and am so grateful to work at Round Lake Treatment Centre. My background is very diverse, both personally and work wise. I look forward to the many challenges, newness, and working with the amazing clients and staff on a daily basis. Working with great people towards the betterment and healthy lifestyles for all individuals is an inspiring-heartfelt opportunity; feeling truly blessed. My spare time is spent with my two lovely daughters and we look forward to exploring our new home and surrounding area.
Painted Turtle Lodge – Recovery Home Team
Shelly
Life Skills Coordinator
Shelly, Executive Assistant
Hi, my name is Shelly and I am a member of the Okanagan Indian Band. I have worked at Round Lake Treatment Center since October, 2011.
This is a beautiful place to work and I really enjoy working with the staff and clients. It is awesome to watch the clients’ growth as they progress into a happier, healthier lifestyle.
In my own time I enjoy doing anything outdoors like camping, fishing, quading, horseback riding, walking my dogs and connecting with nature.
Wishing You all Peace, Love and Happiness.
Amanda
Life skills facilitator
Amanda, Life Skills Facilitator
I have been with Round Lake since 2016. I am grateful for the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. watching and helping succeed on the Red Road is truly fulfilling. I look forward to learning and growing more with the centre and the clients that come to us. Much Gratitude!
Operations Team
Hi, my name is Rick. I have been the Head Chef at Round Lake Treatment Center since 1997. I enjoy playing ball in the summer and hockey in the winter as well as coaching . I especially enjoy spending time with my two sons and cooking.
Matthew
Chef
Matthew, Chef
My name is Matthew. I have had the privilege of growing up in the Okanagan area most of my life. I have honed my skills cooking in some of the busier kitchens in Vernon for 18 plus years. At RLTC I now have the opportunity to use these skills to help the people as they start their journey of recovery. I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to continuing my recovery journey with the clients and staff of Round Lake. 
Thelma
Housekeeping
Thelma, Housekeeping
I am an Okanagan Band member and have worked at Round Lake since the early 90’s. First as part time night kitchen cleaner/Client Support Worker/Cook/Security over the Christmas break. Later, I started as a janitor full time and then moved into housekeeping.
I really do enjoy working here, helping in anyway I can. I gather donations of clothes, shoes, toiletries, craft supplies etc., to help the clients during their time with us. Therefore donations of new and used items are always greatly appreciated.
My past training and work experience as a Practical Nurse, teacher, social worker and Education Counsellor have really helped me in this position. I look forward to working for awhile yet.
Alton
Maintenance
Alton, Maintenance
My name is Alton and I have been employed at Round Lake since 1986. My job at the centre is the maintenance person.
I am happily married and have been for 28 years. My passion away from the centre is to go hunting, reload my own ammunition, and go for a 10 km run once a week. The main reason I love to work at Round Lake is to see the amazing transformation in the people who come here to heal.
My motto in life is RESPECT!
Management
Marlene
Executive Director
Marlene, Executive Director
Hello! Welcome to our web site. I have been working at Round Lake since August 2011. I am honoured to play a small part of so many clients’ healing journey. It is truly astounding to think of the thousands of Round Lake clients who have returned home to their family and communities to live full, meaningful and contributing lives; a multi-generational impact. Round Lake truly transforms lives.
M. Lea
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
M. Lea, Associate Director
Greetings,
I am M. Lea, Associate Director. I supervise the treatment team which is comprised of the Counsellors and Client Support Workers, as well as overseeing the coordination of program services provided. The treatment team is a group of dynamic individuals who are enthused and sincere in their work. It is my pleasure to be part of RLTC, and to be able to witness and be a small part on one’s healing journey.
I am married and grateful to have a wonderful beautiful daughter who teaches me every day about opportunities and simplicity. I am an avid reader and love mystery and suspense the most. I love to travel, not only to see and visit new places but to see the joy and shine in my daughter’s eyes.
Heather
Administrative Services Manager
Heather, Administrative Services Manager
My name is Heather and I have been at Round Lake since March of 2013. I am the Administrative Services Manager. I am so pleased to be a part of the Round Lake family and feel honored to be involved in any way I can with the healing that our clients do here.
I bring curiosity and positivity with me every day to work and do my best to keep healthy and live a balanced life. I am a wife of over twenty years and a mother of two wonderful children. I love to travel and stay active by walking, gardening and swimming.