FSAS 31st Annual School
July 15-19, 2012
Professional of the Year 2012
Since 1983, the Florida School of Addictions Studies, Inc. has annually recognized a professional in the field of substance abuse treatment and/or prevention. This effort is to promulgate a feeling that the student body is very important to the leaders, supporters, and sponsors of the School.
Nominations for this prestigious award are encouraged from any and all interested parties. Current/former members of the FSAS Board of Directors are not elligible to receive this award.
Please read the information below regarding nomination procedures before completing the Nomination Form.
2012 Professional of the Year
Your employee's picture and biography could be here!
Check out the information to the right and nominate one or more of your deserving employees for this prestegious award by completing the Nomination Form and submitting the Required Documentation before April 2, 2012.
Recipient Receives:
Complimentary registration for the 2012 Annual School Courses (workshops not included).
Commemorative Plaque
Recognition on FSAS Newsletters, Brochures, during the Annual School, and on the FSAS Website.
Eligibility Criteria
- A person who has worked in the addictions field for a minimum of five (5) years.
- Professionals who provide direct services to consumers and who have consistently contributed to the field of substance abuse, distinguished themselves beyond the requirements of their jobs and demonstrated excellence in the field.
- Those who manage direct care staff are also eligible if they routinely spend 25% of their time with the public.
- Individuals who provide some direct service through their job or through another job or part time activity (for example) would not be eligible.
- Current/former members of the FSAS Board of Directors are not eligible for this award.
Required Documentation
- Complete the Nomination Form, and Nominator's Letter setting forth justification for the nominee's selection as Professional of the Year.
- Provide a Current Resume for the person nominated.
- Provide 2 Letters of Recommendation from the nominee's colleagues, peers, supervisors, clients, or informed others who can attest to the nominee's achievements.
- All documents must be submitted to the Operations Manager before April 2, 2012 to be considered. No nominations will be accepted after that date.
Prior Professional of The Year Recipients
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| Joanna Johnson | 2011 |
| Jonathan Wade | 2010 |
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| David Harvey | 2009 |
| James Cornett | 2008 |
| Richard Sell | 2007 |
| James Bowden | 2006 |
| Sally Strong | 2005 |
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| Nancy Greenwald | 2004 |
| Emilie Lewis | 2003 |
| Jerry Wilson | 2002 |
| Clarissa Hersey | 2001 |
| Kay Doughty | 2000 |
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| Ronda Kay Zucco | 1999 |
| Jonathan Lofgren | 1998 |
| Susan Bridges-Tomkins | 1997 |
| Rene' Plummer | 1996 |
| George Myers | 1995 |
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| George Dewiliby | 1994 |
| Elizabeth Broughton | 1993 |
| Researching | 1992 |
| Ann Biddy | 1991 |
| Ray Roberts | 1990 |
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| Jay Schrader | 1989 |
| Brenda Dillon | 1988 |
| Agnes Furey | 1987 |
| Pam Petersen | 1986 |
| Ruther Carter | 1985 |
| Name of Recipient | Year |
|---|---|
| Jerry Kinzler | 1984 |
| Jean Mosier | 1983 |


