Meet the CaringWorks Team

Professionals with a passion

CaringWorks’ staff is composed of highly qualified professionals with a heart that’s truly invested in this demanding work. Our people are both well qualified and deeply passionate about what they do, because we have seen that caring really does work. A large percentage of our team members have life experience in addition to their professional training and certifications.

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Alieizoria Redd, PhD, LCSW

Chief Executive Officer

Alieizoria Redd (DrA) brings more than three decades of experience in social work and nonprofit leadership to CaringWorks. Prior to become President and CEO of CaringWorks in October 2026, DrA served as CEO of Covenant House Georgia, following leadership roles at CHRIS 180 and Lutheran Services of Georgia (now Inspiritus). Throughout her career, she has led programs and services addressing homelessness, permanent supportive housing, behavioral health, and other complex needs among vulnerable populations. DrA earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Memphis and both a Master of Social Work and PhD from Clark Atlanta University. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2000, she has served throughout her career as a clinician, advocate, administrator, and executive leader.

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Monique Williams

Chief Financial Officer

As the Chief Financial Officer of CaringWorks, Monique is responsible for the development, management, and execution of the organization's financial strategy aligned with its overall goals. This includes financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning to ensure financial stability and growth. She has nearly 20 years of experience in nonprofit financial management within the healthcare and education arenas and specializes in financial restructuring and strategizing for growth and sustainability.  Monique received her Master of Business Administration from Savannah State University and Bachelor of Health Science from Georgia Southern University.   

Stephanie-Burkes

Stephanie Burkes, JD, LCSW, LICSW

Chief Programs Officer

Stephanie is a Licensed Attorney and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of clinical social work experience. She graduated from Marshall University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. In 2009, she graduated from Barry University with a master’s degree in social work. Stephanie has spent 15+ years as a social worker in various settings, including outpatient behavioral health; inpatient psychiatric care; hospital-based medical social work; policy and administration; medical home health; psychiatric home health; and hospice/end-of-life care. In her efforts to become a more well-rounded and efficient advocate, Stephanie entered law school in 2014, graduating with a focus in family law, healthcare law, and criminal law. Following graduation, she began a dual career in law and social work, applying legal skills and knowledge to the practice of social work to promote social justice for society’s most vulnerable populations.

Dominic-Johnson

Dominic Johnson

Director of Residential Services

Dominic Johnson has worked at CaringWorks for nearly 20 years in various roles that support the organization's mission to end chronic homelessness. In his current role, Dominic oversees the day-to-day operations of the organization's residential housing programs, managing a dedicated team that ensures clients have safe housing, and that they receive comprehensive supportive services that enable and equip them to achieve stability and self-sufficiency. 

CaringWorks Behavioral Health Clinical Director Nadine Oldham

Nadine Oldham, LCSW, MAC

Clinical Director - Behavioral Health

As Clinical Director of CaringWorks, Nadine directs the organization's behavioral health services. She is responsible for hiring, training and management of staff and contractors, policy and procedure development, adherence to regulations, fidelity to evidence-based practices, grant compliance, documentation and reporting, strategic partnership development, and outcome measurement. Nadine has nearly 20 years of diverse experience in case management, program management, and clinical oversight in the areas of homelessness, substance use, foster care, and mental health. Nadine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and she also holds a Master’s Addiction Counselor Certification (MAC). Nadine received her Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in African Studies from Binghamton University. 

PROGRAM STAFF

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Dornisha Freeman

Program Director
Bridget Fogle

Bridget Fogle

Program Manager

Ailene-Gordon

Ailene Gordon

Program Director
Marshall Marrotte

Marshall Marrotte

Program Manager
Kerry-Dean

Kerry-Dean Nugent

Program Manager

Karma-Russell

Karma Russell

Program Director
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Erica Surrell

Operations Manager

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

COURTNEY-SHOWELL

Courtney Showell

Chairperson

Principal,
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Richard Mackelfresh

Richard MacKelfresh

Vice Chairperson

Financial Advisor,
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Thurston Cooke

Thurston Cooke

Treasurer

Managing Partner - CFO,
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Leslie Marsburn

Leslie Marshburn

Secretary

Vice President,
Grady Health System

Jeff-Adams

Jeff Adams

Board Member

LLP, Partner,
Arnall Golden Gregory

Lawrence-Elder

Lawrence Elder

Board Member

Client Advocate/Employment Specialist,
City of Atlanta Public Defender's Office

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Rhonda Hight

Board Member

Principal,
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RAY-KUNIANSKY

Ray Kuniansky

Board Member

Real Estate Development Consultant

Addison Meriwether

Addison Meriwether

Board Member

Executive Director,
Cushman Wakefield

Sunil-Nicholas

Sunil Nicholas

Board Member

Tech Consultant

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E. Anwar Reddick

Board Member

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