Department: Administration

Jessica Snyder joined the Clinic for Special Children as its first Human Resources Generalist in 2023.

As the Human Resources Generalist, Jessica will coordinate all human resources (HR) functions of the Clinic. She will assist in recruitment, onboarding and training, performance review, implementing and enforcing internal policies, ensuring compliance with PA state and federal labor laws, personnel file management, and benefit management.

In her free time, Jessica likes to spend time with her husband and kids, work outside in her yard, and ride her bike along the Susquehanna River.

Why are you passionate about the Clinic?

I am passionate about the Clinic because as the parent of a child with a very rare genetic disease the mission of the Clinic – to serve those with genetic and complex medical disorders – is personal and important to me. I feel fortunate to be able to do something I love (Human Resources) for an organization that does such important work.

Jessica’s Credentials

Education/Certifications

• 2016  Society for Human Resource Management, Certified Professional
• 2007  HR Certification Institute, Professional in Human Resources
• 1993  Donegal High School, Diploma

Professional Experience

• Human Resources Assistant, Mennonite Home Communities
• Human Resource Manager, Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center
• Office Manager, Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center
• Senior Manager of People, Isaac’s Deli, Inc.
• Senior Manager of Stores, Isaac’s Deli, Inc.

Professional Associations

• Society for Human Resource Management (National and Lancaster Chapters), member

Kelly joined the Clinic for Special Children in June 2022 as the organization’s first Event and Volunteer Manager. As the Event and Volunteer Manager, Kelly works in the Administrative team with a focus on building and stewarding an organization-wide volunteer program and serving as the primary manager of CSC-sponsored events. While she’s primarily responsible for all aspects of fundraising events, she is also involved in event coordination organization-wide for events such as disease specific family days and employee focused internal events.

In her spare time, Kelly loves to garden, spend time outdoors, socialize with friends and family, and assist people in planning their weddings. She is a very proud Lancaster city resident living with her partner and two adorable cats, Uno and Yahtzee.

Why are you passionate about the Clinic?

Having the opportunity to work at the clinic has allowed me to combine my passions of events with my passion for helping people. I have served as a teacher, mobile therapist and camp counselor over the last 10 years in Lancaster County and I am so honored to be a part of the Clinic helping the Plain Community. 

Kelly’s Credentials

Education

• 2018  Millersville University, Bachelor of Arts in Social Work & Education, Minor in Music

Professional Experience

• Associate Planner, Stylish Occasions
• Behavioral Health Therapist, Pennsylvania Counseling Services
• Social Work Intern, Milton Hershey School

Jennifer joined the Clinic in 2020 as a Medical Receptionist. In this role, Jennifer will provide administrative support for the Clinic’s staff, patients, and visitors. She will help in triaging calls into the Clinic, scheduling patient appointments, updating records, and providing a welcoming environment for those who visit the Clinic. 

Dawn joined CSC as a Medical Receptionist in 2020. She received her Medical Office Specialist diploma from the Consolidated School of Business in 1997. Prior to working at CSC, she had 10 years experience working as a Medical Receptionist and Transcriptionist for local medical practices and 10 years experience working as an Administrative Assistant at a local construction company. She brings over 20 years experience in customer service with extensive interactions with members of the Plain Community.

Dawn was born and raised in Lancaster County. She’s a mother and grandmother who enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing board games, and enjoys reading and listening to Christian-based books and music.

Why are you passionate about the Clinic?

I am very honored to be part of a team of individuals who are truly devoted to their patients’ health and well-being. Knowing that I play an active role in the day-to-day operations of assisting in fulfilling the mission of the clinic is very rewarding. I am overjoyed to learn and share knowledge to help improve the health of children who suffer from genetic and metabolic disorders.

Bill joined the Clinic for Special Children in April 2019 as an Accountant and was promoted to Accounting Manager in October 2020. In his role, Bill manages invoicing, bank reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, and all facets of accounting for the organization. Bill earned his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Albright College in Reading, PA and his master’s degree in Accounting from Neumann University in Aston, PA. He spent several years as an auditor and is a Certified Fraud Examiner.

Why are you passionate about the Clinic?

With having a young daughter, I appreciate what the Clinic does for helping children, it’s as simple as that.

Kelly joined the Clinic for Special Children in 2018 as the Marketing and Communications Manager. In this role, Kelly manages the Clinic’s communications and marketing through public relations, community outreach, social media, advertising, and supporting the development team’s fundraising efforts.

Prior to joining the Clinic, Kelly was the Global Creative Brand Manager for a baby gear company where she was involved in all facets of brand marketing for the organization.

Kelly is a native of Lancaster County, having graduated from Manheim Township High School. In her free time, Kelly enjoys horseback riding, reading, traveling, spending time with family, and listening to podcasts.

Why are you passionate about the Clinic?

As soon as I learned about the Clinic, I knew I wanted to be a part of this team that’s at the forefront of genomic research and treatment. It is an honor to work in a role where I can help others as well as use my experiences to further the Clinic’s mission.

Kelly’s Credentials

Education and Certifications

• 2013  Elizabethtown College, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Marketing
• Pennsylvania College of Art & Design, Design Professional: Print Design Certificate
• Google Ads Search Certification

Professional Experience

• Global Creative and Customer Brand Manager, Nuna Baby Essentials
• Global Assistant Brand Manager, Nuna Baby Essentials

Professional Associations
Member of Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)

Awards

• 2013  Douglas & Victoria Meacham Award for Outstanding Marketing Student, Elizabethtown College
• 2011-2012  James B. Hoover Business School Scholarship Award, Elizabethtown College

Adam has been the Executive Director of the Clinic since 2016. He originally joined the Clinic in 2010 as a Laboratory Technician. In 2012, he was promoted to Laboratory Scientist and in 2014 he was appointed as the Administrative Director.

As Executive Director, Adam is responsible for financial management, strategic planning, collaborative relationships, facilities, and human resources. He is a member of the Clinic’s Leadership Team, still occasionally helps in the lab, and continues to serve on the laboratory on-call schedule.

As a Laboratory Scientist, Adam was responsible for running clinical and research assays including amino acid quantitation by HPLC, urine organic acids by GC/MS, and DNA isolation from whole blood. He was also responsible for Sanger sequencing, genotyping variants with probe-based assays, and coordinating research samples. Adam has contributed to research at the Clinic and has co-authored several peer reviewed papers with Clinic colleagues.

Why are you passionate about CSC?

When I was in college I learned about CSC and the work that was done. What struck me was that advanced scientific technologies were being used to directly impact patient care in a primary care setting. As someone who has an interest in genetics, it also struck me that genetic information was being generated and used in a very practical way. When I started working at CSC, it became even more evident to me that the lab and clinical staff worked hand in hand to try and reduce or eliminate the barriers (cost, lab turnaround time, distance, etc.) that prevent patients from receiving high quality, personalized care. It is an honor for me to support and be a part of those efforts.

Adam’s Credentials

Education

• 2018  St. Joseph’s University, Master of Business Administration
• 2012  Millersville University, Master of Science in Biology
• 2008  Franklin & Marshall College, Bachelor of Science in Biology

Professional Associations
Member of American College of Healthcare Executives

Awards
2020 Rare Impact Award, National Organization for Rare Disorders

Published Papers
To view Adam’s peer reviewed published papers, please visit our Published Papers page HERE.