Meet Our Team

Our experienced caseworkers provide 24/7 support to foster families across Nebraska. Team member profiles will be populated from the CMS.

Brandon Wengler

Owner & Chief Executive Officer

MiKayla Wengler

Chief Development Officer

Stephanie Wengler

Chief Operations Officer

Kris Silva

Human Resources Director

Melissa Misegadis

Foster Care Director

Cari Brunner

Family Preservation Director

Anna Hunter

Family Support Supervisor

Ricky Wright

Family Support Supervisor

Susanne Shald

Family Support Supervisor

Tony Ketcham

Family Support Supervisor

Sandy Willard

Billing Specialist Supervisor

Sonia Almodovar

Executive Assistant

Amantha Moseley

Family Support Mentor

Anna Hernandez

Family Support Mentor

Bobbie Reynolds

Family Support Mentor

Jessica Goodall

Family Support Mentor

Sarah McHenry

Family Support Mentor

Charmaine Morton

Family Support Mentor

Sara Hermelbracht

Family Support Mentor

Trina Orellana

Family Support Mentor

Maddie Ketcham

Family Support Mentor

Savannah Godina

Family Support Mentor

Carol Sherman

Family Support Mentor

Heavin Thaden

Family Support Mentor

Dixie Hampton

Family Support Mentor

What does professional development look like at GLFS?

Guardian Light invests heavily in employee development. All staff receive paid onboarding training, and ongoing professional development is built into the role. Foster care and family support specialists complete regular continuing education, and the agency supports tuition reimbursement for those pursuing relevant degrees or certifications.

Does GLFS hire across all of Nebraska?

Yes. Guardian Light operates statewide with offices in Scottsbluff, Sidney, North Platte, Kearney, Lincoln, and Omaha — and serves all 93 Nebraska counties. We regularly have openings across the state, including rural areas. If you don't see a role near you, apply and note your preferred region.

Do I need a degree to work at GLFS?

Requirements vary by role. Therapist and skill builder positions typically require relevant degrees or licensure. Other roles — including family support workers and visitation supervisors — may have different requirements. Each job posting on our careers page lists the specific qualifications needed.

What benefits does GLFS offer employees?

Guardian Light offers paid training, weekend pay differential, mileage reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, referral bonuses, and MASA emergency air transport coverage.

What positions does GLFS hire for?

Guardian Light hires foster care specialists, family support workers, in-home therapists, skill builders, visitation supervisors, drug testing specialists, and administrative staff. We operate statewide, so openings exist across Nebraska — from the Panhandle to the Omaha metro.

My husband and I did foster care to provide a safe home for children — but it didn't seem like enough. I ventured to the other side of the fence to help parents make changes so they never have to be in this situation again.
Amantha Moseley
FSW/Mentor, Cozad
Many parents who enter our services have only one tool — if any — in their toolbox. Our goal is that by the time they leave GLFS, they've built a full set of tools they can rely on moving forward.
Tony Ketcham
Family Support Supervisor, Ogallala
Most families involved in services truly love their kids — what they need is support, not judgment.
Amiya Puterbaugh
Family Support Worker, Omaha
I'm living proof that these services can truly change lives. My own family received Family Support services when I was growing up — and that experience changed the direction of my family for generations.
Ricky Wright
 Family Support Supervisor, Norfolk

Why Choose Guardian Light Family Services?

Targeted Help for Nebraska Families
Family Support workers partner with parents and caregivers to enhance protective factors within their households using evidence-based practices — aiming for safety, permanency and well-being.
Comprehensive Service Offerings
Services include parenting-time/supervised visits, drug-testing services and broad family-support outreach across Nebraska, helping families navigate multiple needs in one place.
Trusted Public-Sector Partnership
The program works under contract with the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) for referred clients, which reinforces credibility and regulatory alignment.
Local Access and Statewide Coverage
While based in North Platte, GLFS's Family Support services reach families throughout Nebraska — providing accessible support whether you're urban or rural.
Holistic Support, Not Just Crisis Intervention
Rather than only reacting to issues, the program supports parents and guardians proactively with coaching, resources and education to strengthen the overall family system.
Mission-Driven Impact and Measurable Reach
The agency reports having served hundreds of families in recent years, showcasing both experience and community commitment.