Specialists of the Month

Specialist of the Month is an award created to show our specialists how much we love and appreciate them. This recognition is given to Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) Specialists who consistently promote quality JMG program standards, and who have gone above and beyond expectations to help youth overcome barriers and succeed in education, employment and in life.

Meet our April Specialist of the Month: Sandra Gray

This month, we’re proud to recognize Sandra Gray , a dedicated Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) specialist at Roscommon High School. Now in her third year with JMG, Sandra brings passion, authenticity, and a deep commitment to helping young people discover their potential and build meaningful futures. She describes this role as something that “felt right in my bones”—and it shows in the impact she makes every day. Before joining JMG, Sandra spent six years as a substitute

Meet Our March Specialist of the Month: Joe Davis

This month, we’re proud to recognize Joe Davis , a dedicated Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) specialist with the Family Literacy Center in Lapeer, a program of GST Michigan Works! Joe brings decades of leadership, service, and real-world experience to his role and will celebrate two years as a JMG specialist this July. He is driven by a deep commitment to helping young people build confidence, overcome barriers, and realize their full potential. Before joining JMG, Joe b

Meet Our February Specialist of the Month: Chad Behl

This month, we’re excited to recognize Chad Behl, a dedicated Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) specialist from Waverly High School, Capital Area Michigan Works! Peckham. Chad brings more than 15 years of experience in social work and workforce development and will celebrate two years as a JMG specialist this April. He is driven by a deep passion for helping young people see beyond their circumstances and realize their full potential. Before joining JMG, Chad built a divers

Meet Our January Specialist of the Month: Susan Jewell

This month, we’re proud to recognize Susan Jewell, a dedicated Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) specialist from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! Luce County Service Center. Susan has spent six years as a JMG Specialist and ten years total with UP Michigan Works!, bringing deep experience, creativity, and heartfelt commitment to helping youth discover their potential and build meaningful futures. Before joining JMG, Susan built a diverse career rooted in education and commun

Meet Our December Specialist of the Month: Benjamin Leverette

This month, we’re proud to recognize Benjamin Leverette , a dedicated Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) specialist from West Michigan Works! Allegan County Service Center. Benjamin has been with JMG for a year and a half in his current role, bringing experience, compassion, and a genuine passion for helping youth explore their career paths and reach their fullest potential. Benjamin has spent nearly 10 years working in workforce and job development, building a strong founda

Meet Our November Specialist of the Month: John Dickerson

This month, we’re proud to recognize John Dickerson , a dedicated Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) specialist from Michigan Works! Southeast Hillsdale Service Center. Now entering his third year as a JMG specialist, John brings compassion, resilience, and a deep commitment to helping youth overcome challenges and discover their potential. Before joining JMG, John built his career in human services, working in roles that centered around supporting youth and families. He be