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Executive Director
Marie Pyper
Marie Pyper is the Executive Director for Onyx Community Services and has held the role since (2019). As a senior executive, Marie is responsible for ensuring the smooth operations of Onyx, and leads the Centre’s budgeting, human resources, and community partnerships, in addition to leading fundraising, and dealing with clients.
Prior to joining Onyx as Executive Director, Marie enjoyed over four decades of experience in the financial industry. She worked in multiple areas, primarily sales, administration, customer service, audit, and personal financial advice, helping clients with their personal banking, business accounts, investments, mutual funds, as well as loan and mortgage accounts. Marie’s experience serving a wide variety of clients across different business lines has well prepared her for managing at Onyx.
While Marie was excited to join Onyx in (insert date) following her retirement from the financial industry, she has always been actively involved in volunteering. Whether as a Legion member, as part of her local fair board, or assisting with youth sports, Marie greatly values giving back and getting to know her community. At Onyx she hopes to continue this passion by supporting the Centre as a " one-stop shop " for helping those in need.
Operations Coordinator
Josee Bergeron is the Operations Coordinator for Onyx Community services. She has held this role since April 2022 and works closely with Marie Pyper, Executive Director. Josee oversees the operational activities at every level of the organization. Her main duties include hiring, administration, client services, community partnerships and day-to-day operations. She is a motivated professional offering years of management, leadership and business experience. Josee has a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and is currently enrolled in the Social Work Technician Program at La Cite Collegiale. Recently retired from a career working in a large crown corporation, Josee feels that she has been very fortunate but now wants to give back to her community and help vulnerable populations. Over the past several years, Josee has been actively involved in volunteering in Ottawa and overseas in Africa. Having personally suffered from anxiety, she understands the challenges that this will bring to someone's life and strategies to overcome it. On a personal level, Josee enjoys travelling, playing guitar, doing yoga and spending time at her cottage with family and friends.
William Crawford M.Ed, CCC, RP(Q) Psychotherapist Onyx Community Services
Mental Health Counsellor
William is a graduate of the Counselling Psychology program at the University of Ottawa. In therapy William works from a person-centred approach and looks to build upon client strengths to create the best therapeutic outcomes. By creating a space for acceptance and empowerment he works with clients to reach their goals in therapy. Of special interest to William is working with the youth and young adult population. Most of all, William is looking to create a positive impact working at Onyx Community Services.
Yodanis Elias C.C.C. Mental Health Counsellor (CCPA)
I am originally from Cuba. I live in Canada since 2005. I genuinely enjoy working as a mental health counsellor. I hold a Master in Counselling and Psychotherapy from both Ottawa University and Saint Paul University. I am very committed to providing culturally sensitive care. I completed my Master thesis in the area of Integrating Canadian Aboriginal Spirituality and Healing practices into Western Models of mental health.
My theoretical orientation is eclectic with an emphasis on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy as well as Jungian approaches. My aim in therapy is to help individuals reach out into the strongest versions of themselves.
On Leave.
By Appointment.
Tom Jackson RPT ICADC CCCS Certified Alcohol & Drug Counsellor Registered Psychotherapist
Tom has joined our team with 27 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health & Addictions. He works with clients in both individual and group counselling settings.
In addition to his training in Mental Health & Addictions from Algonquin , an International Certified Alcohol & Drug Counsellor and a Canadian Certified Clinical Supervisor.
Jackie Zeng PhD, Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Mental Health Support Worker.
Mental health worker and traditional therapist
Jin Qi (Jackie) Zeng has been a practitioner of traditional medicine for over 15 years since she moved to Canada in 2011. She has training in integrative mental health with special interest by using holistic approach to help those with mental health conditions.
Jin Qi Zeng was born and raised in a family of traditional Chinese medicine. Before she moved to Canada, she had focused all her career in medical field. She holds M.D. as neurologist and Ph.D. degree in clinic medicine of combined traditional and western medicine as well as clinic post- doctoral neurologist certificate. She has more than a decade of experience in large hospitals practicing her specialty as neurologist and physician in China.
Jin Qi is passionate about the wellness of community and has been actively volunteered for community, non-profit and charity organizations.
Simao Mbaki
Claudia Kanziza
Claudia Kanziza
Addiction and Community Services Worker
Spirtual Outreach Pastor
Community Outreach
Claudia Kanziza
Claudia Kanziza
Claudia Kanziza
Community Service Worker
Intern
Donna Pearson
Claudia Kanziza
Donna Pearson
Intake Support Worker
Donna Pearson has joined us as an intake worker at Onyx Community Services. She works very closely with the Mental Health and Addictions Team. She has retired from working in Social Services with Young Offenders and primarily worked at Youth Services Bureau in Ottawa. Donna brings with her many qualifications and e
Intake Support Worker
Donna Pearson has joined us as an intake worker at Onyx Community Services. She works very closely with the Mental Health and Addictions Team. She has retired from working in Social Services with Young Offenders and primarily worked at Youth Services Bureau in Ottawa. Donna brings with her many qualifications and experience. To benefit the community, she has been involved in volunteer work since 1976 and is happy to continue to give back to the community and its vulnerable persons
Pastor Suzanne Landry
Pastor Suzanne Landry
Pastor Suzanne Landry
- Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist
- Family Court Matters
- Life Coach, Credit Counsellor
Always there helping those in need. Pastor Sue has always loved working at street level in our local communities.
Although on call after a major surgery, she remains committed to the organization and its message of hope and growth.
Sue is on the Bo
- Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist
- Family Court Matters
- Life Coach, Credit Counsellor
Always there helping those in need. Pastor Sue has always loved working at street level in our local communities.
Although on call after a major surgery, she remains committed to the organization and its message of hope and growth.
Sue is on the Board of Directors in good standing and as the former Executive Direcor.
Cassy-Lynne Sabetti-Vigneux
Pastor Suzanne Landry
Pastor Suzanne Landry
Addiction and Community Service Worker
SUPERVISOR / Thursday Night Meal Program
Cassy-Lynne comes to us from another community centre where she worked as the onsite addictions support worker, housing aid, as well as the outreach worker. She participated in the weekly dropi-ins and has done so for roughly 3 years. She came to us in May and
Addiction and Community Service Worker
SUPERVISOR / Thursday Night Meal Program
Cassy-Lynne comes to us from another community centre where she worked as the onsite addictions support worker, housing aid, as well as the outreach worker. She participated in the weekly dropi-ins and has done so for roughly 3 years. She came to us in May and has since participated in our Thursday drop-in’s, as well as provided her expertise in the realm of addictions and community services. She has always maintained a passion for the field of helping and certainly carries out her roles within the community with great pride.
She is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts at Carleton University, with a major in Forensic Psychology and a minor in the Neuroscience of Mental health. She also carries a diploma in Addictions and community services. Along with these, she carries various certifications, including First aid & CPR, Suicide Assist, Harm reduction and safe needle exchange and non-violent crisis and intervention.
We are certain her expertise and kind heart will a huge asset to the centre
Pastor Benoit Mubyayi
Pastor Suzanne Landry
Pastor Benoit Mubyayi
Thursday night and meal program Ministry
Haley Lee
Cody Lang Watson
Cody Lang Watson
Community Justice and Reintegration Worker
Haley Lee is a recent graduate of the Fleming College Community and Justice Services program and has since spent time aiding individuals in the vulnerable sector, specifically in a hospital setting. Haley also comes to Onyx with several hours of crisis management and conflict resolution skills in
Community Justice and Reintegration Worker
Haley Lee is a recent graduate of the Fleming College Community and Justice Services program and has since spent time aiding individuals in the vulnerable sector, specifically in a hospital setting. Haley also comes to Onyx with several hours of crisis management and conflict resolution skills in the residential group home setting. She also possesses several certifications such as;
•Ontario Security Guard License
•Mental Health First Aid
•Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
•Safe Talk Suicide Intervention
Cody Lang Watson
Cody Lang Watson
Cody Lang Watson
Life Coach
Cody volunteers at Onyx as a Life Coach, Reintegration Specialist, and Legal Researcher. He has previously obtained a Bachelors of Kinesiology and a Masters of Applied Health Science from Brock University.
Cody has also recently completed his Juris Doctor degree at the University of Ottawa.
Throughout his educational career, Co
Life Coach
Cody volunteers at Onyx as a Life Coach, Reintegration Specialist, and Legal Researcher. He has previously obtained a Bachelors of Kinesiology and a Masters of Applied Health Science from Brock University.
Cody has also recently completed his Juris Doctor degree at the University of Ottawa.
Throughout his educational career, Cody has received a number of academic awards and achievements, including Dean’s Honour List and various scholarships/fellowships. At Onyx, Cody combines his health and legal educational experience to create comprehensive life coaching and reintegration programs for his clients.
Kevin Macnamara
Cody Lang Watson
Kevin Macnamara
Marketing and Project management
Jennifer
Justyna Orawski
Kevin Macnamara
Administrative Asstistant
Reception
Remy,
Justyna Orawski
Justyna Orawski
Community Services Worker, Intern.
Justyna Orawski
Justyna Orawski
Justyna Orawski
Asst.Team Lead. ACSW
Sara Bernard
Carmela Argentino
Sara Bernard
Life Coach
Board Member
Carmela Argentino
Sara Bernard
Intake Support Worker
Donna Pearson has joined us as an intake worker at Onyx Community Services. She works very closely with the Mental Health and Addictions Team. She has retired from working in Social Services with Young Offenders and primarily worked at Youth Services Bureau in Ottawa. Donna brings with her many qualifications and e
Intake Support Worker
Donna Pearson has joined us as an intake worker at Onyx Community Services. She works very closely with the Mental Health and Addictions Team. She has retired from working in Social Services with Young Offenders and primarily worked at Youth Services Bureau in Ottawa. Donna brings with her many qualifications and experience. To benefit the community, she has been involved in volunteer work since 1976 and is happy to continue to give back to the community and its vulnerable persons.
Carmela Argentino
Carmela Argentino
Carmela Argentino
Addiction Community Services Worker