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Amy Gonzales
Accountant
Amy Gonzales serves as the Accountant at Sunny Dale Service Center, overseeing the organization's accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting. With more than 20 years of experience in bookkeeping and tax preparation, she brings extensive financial knowledge and a strong commitment to accuracy and accountability.
Amy holds an associate degree in Accounting and Business and a bachelor’s degree in Office Administration and Technology. Her education and hands-on experience allow her to effectively manage the financial operations that support Sunny Dale’s mission. Known for her professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail, Amy is dedicated to supporting the organization, its staff, and the individuals it serves.
Alicia Vickers
CRA Supervisor
Alicia Vickers is a graduate of Irwin County High School and earned a certificate in Office Support Specialist from East Central Technical College. She joined Sunny Dale Service Center as a part-time CLS employee in October 2017 and became the CRA Supervisor in 2020.
Alicia is deeply committed to helping individuals achieve their personal goals. She approaches her work with compassion, dedication, and a genuine desire to provide meaningful support to those she serves.
Christy Biggers
QA Clerk and Bookkeeper
Christy Biggers joined Sunny Dale Service Center in February 2025 and serves as the organization’s QA Clerk and Bookkeeper. Originally from Thomasville, Georgia, she now lives in Tifton.
Christy began working in the medical field more than 20 years ago and has developed a strong passion for helping others throughout her career. She is married to Eddie and is the proud mother of three sons: RJ Biggers, Landon Spires, and Joe Vafia. Outside of work, Christy enjoys spending time with her family, especially hunting and fishing.
Kaitlyn Rigdon
CLS Supervisor
Kaitlyn Rigdon is a native and graduate of Atkinson County and has served as a CLS Supervisor at Sunny Dale Service Center since May 2024. She is committed to providing care and support that enhance the daily lives of the individuals served by the organization.
Kaitlyn helps maintain safe and supportive home environments while encouraging individuals to develop important daily living skills. A strong advocate for community inclusion, she promotes opportunities for individuals to participate in activities, build relationships, pursue personal goals, and live meaningful lives.
Miranda Melton, HS-BCP
Assistant Director and DDP
Miranda Melton has worked in the intellectual and developmental disabilities field since 2010. She earned an associate degree in Business Administration in 2014 and a bachelor’s degree in Human Services in 2024.
Miranda joined Sunny Dale Service Center in June 2024 as Assistant Director and DDP. In this role, she helps oversee operations, support staff development, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered services. She is a certified DSP 2 and has been a certified Mandt instructor since 2013.
Miranda’s career is guided by a commitment to advocacy and empowering individuals to achieve their goals. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Keith, and their two sons, Kevin and Konnor.
Beverly Griffin
CAG Supervisor
Beverly Griffin is a native of Irwin County and a graduate of Irwin County High School. She joined Sunny Dale Service Center in October 1996 and currently serves as the CAG Supervisor.
Throughout her years of service, Beverly has demonstrated tremendous care and dedication to the individuals supported by Sunny Dale. She also serves as a mentor to her staff, encouraging them to provide compassionate and dependable care. Beverly is committed to helping individuals pursue their lifelong goals and dreams while living fulfilling and meaningful lives.
Jeanette Oliver
CLS Supervisor
Jeanette Oliver has dedicated 37 years of service to Sunny Dale Service Center as a CLS Supervisor. Throughout her career, she has consistently supported individuals in living meaningful and fulfilling lives within their communities.
Known for her caring approach and unwavering dedication, Jeanette encourages individuals to speak up for themselves, understand their rights and responsibilities, and advocate for their needs and goals. Her belief that every person deserves respect, dignity, and the opportunity to make decisions about their own life has guided her work for nearly four decades.
Lisa Bradford
CAI/SEI Supervisor and Mandt Instructor
Lisa Bradford began her career in the intellectual and developmental disabilities field in 2020. She joined Sunny Dale Service Center as the CAI/SEI Supervisor and a Mandt instructor in July 2025.
In her role, Lisa works closely with individuals, families, and staff to promote independence, dignity, and quality of life. She is committed to person-centered care and to creating an environment where individuals and employees feel supported and empowered. Her compassion, leadership, and dedication make her a valued member of the Sunny Dale team. Lisa is also the proud mother of three sons: Tyler, Lane, and Ashton.
Paige Harper, RN
Health Services Manager
Paige Harper is a registered nurse and healthcare leader with nearly 30 years of nursing experience. She earned her nursing degree from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in 1996 and began her career at Tift Regional Hospital.
After four years in the hospital setting, Paige spent four years providing in-home care through Care One Home Health. She then served the Irwin County School System for 17 years, supporting the health and well-being of students and staff.
Paige joined Sunny Dale Service Center as a part-time Nurse Supervisor in 2019 and became Health Services Manager in 2024. In her current role, she oversees health services and works to ensure that individuals receive safe, attentive, and high-quality care.
Raye Young, OTR/L
Executive Director
Raye Young has served as Executive Director of Sunny Dale Service Center since 2014. She brings steady leadership, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to supporting adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Before becoming Executive Director, Raye served on the organization’s Board of Directors and helped guide Sunny Dale through an important period in its history.
As Executive Director, Raye provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for Sunny Dale’s residential, day, and community-based services. Working closely with the Board of Directors, she helps establish organizational goals, maintain financial stability, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote high-quality, person-centered services. Under her leadership, the organization has strengthened its financial position, improved operational practices, and continued planning for the future.
Raye is a 1972 graduate of Irwin County High School. She earned an associate degree in General Education from Middle Georgia College and a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the Medical College of Georgia. Her career has included work at the Medical University of South Carolina, where she served in the Department of Psychiatry, later directed the Occupational Therapy Department, and served as a clinical faculty member. She also worked as an occupational therapist with the Irwin County School System for 20 years.
Raye is the mother of three sons and a devoted grandmother. Her leadership and dedication have made a lasting impact on Sunny Dale Service Center and the individuals and families it serves.