Jim Mobley

Jim became a CASA volunteer for SEI Voices for Children in December 2019. In September 2021, he became the Staff Advocate at CASA of Jefferson County, where he advocated for 65 children. In October 2023, Jim began the role of Staff Advocate at SEI Voices for Children, returning home after two years. The role of full-time Staff Advocate allows him to directly serve as a Court Advocate for up to 30 children at once. Before volunteering for Voices, Jim worked as an engineer at Hill-Rom and Wittrock Healthcare for 39 years, where he developed a solid problem-solving and analytical mindset. He is an active member of the Community Church of Batesville and holds an elder position. Seeing how drug use affects kids and families, Jim joined the Start-Up/Leadership team to bring Celebrate Recovery to Batesville. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program for all Hurts, Habits, and Hang-ups. Jim believes that we need to protect our most innocent, to be their voice in the darkness of abuse and neglect.

 

Harmony Keck

Harmony, who has a personal connection to child advocacy, oversees up to twenty volunteers and serves multiple child victims directly. She demonstrates her ability to support our volunteers in best interest advocacy for child victims.  Harmony started as a volunteer with SEI Voices for Children before accepting the position of Volunteer Coordinator.  

Harmony’s academic achievements are truly impressive, serving as a testament to her dedication and expertise. She graduated from Indiana University Southeast with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology, focusing on child development, social work, and human trafficking.

Jocelyn Xenophontos

Jocelyn’s journey with SEI Voices for Children is a testament to her dedication and passion. She joined as a CASA Volunteer in March 2018, serving the children of Ripley County for two years. In April 2020, she took on a new role as a full-time Volunteer Coordinator, seizing the opportunity to make an even greater impact. In 2022, Jocelyn transitioned to Program Coordinator for SEI Voices for Children, which supports staff in best interest advocacy. She is also our annual Lemons event’s community outreach/recruiter and Chair. Before involvement with Voices for Children, Jocelyn lived in her husband’s home country of Cyprus and returned to Batesville to help run her family business. This personal journey adds a unique perspective to her professional roles and her passion for supporting other organizations within her community, which is evident in her role as a board member for the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce and Batesville Main Street.

Jocelyn’s academic journey is as diverse as her professional one. She graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, a testament to her commitment to advocating for children’s best interests. Her minors in Psychology and Sociology further enrich her understanding of the complex issues she deals with.

 

Angie Bolser

Angie’s journey at SEI Voices for Children is a testament to her dedication and passion for child advocacy. Starting as a CASA volunteer in November 2018, she quickly proved her capabilities and transitioned to a full-time Staff Advocate in October 2019. Her hard work was further recognized when she was promoted to Lead Volunteer Coordinator in December 2021, a role where she supports and guides up to fifteen CASA Volunteers, directly impacting the lives of multiple children.

Before volunteering for Voices, Angie had volunteered for various organizations. Angie has been an active member of her community in Ripley County for 20-plus years, and she was compelled to volunteer to help meet the needs of the children in her community. As a mother and a long-time resident, she felt a personal responsibility to advocate for the abused and neglected children in Ripley County.

Melissa Herzner

Melissa Herzner has always had a passion for children and their best interests.  She started volunteering with CASA of The Heartland in Kentucky in 2014 while her husband served in the military. After her husband retired from the military, they relocated closer to family in Guilford, Indiana. Melissa became a volunteer for SEI Voices for Children Inc. in July 2018 to continue advocating for children.  She seized the opportunity to pursue her passion for child advocacy by accepting a Volunteer Coordinator position in Ripley County in October 2018. Melissa managed up to 30 CASA volunteers and served as a Court Advocate on her cases. In 2021, Melissa grabbed hold of the opportunity and accepted the role of Executive Director.

Melissa currently serves with the State of Indiana (CSBP) Certification, Standards, and Best Practices Committee, Ripley County (AEP) Attend and Engage Program, Ripley County (JDAI) Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative, Batesville Drug Coalition, Ripley County  (CPT) Child Protection Team and National CASA Rural Leadership Council.