![Christal Halseth](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Christal-Halseth.png)
Christal Halseth, LCSW
Executive Director
Christal began her career at Easter Seals Goodwill of ND as a program coordinator and then became ESGW ND Assistant Director. After completing her Master of Social Work degree from Florida State University, she began her clinical supervision as forensic interviewer at the UND Northern Plains Children’s Advocacy Center. She was a CPS worker for Ward County Social Services for a short time and after the NPCAC became its own non-profit organization, she returned, and became its Executive Director in 2015.
She now oversees agency operations and writes state, federal, and community grants that support the center’s programs. Christal sits on the board of directors for the Children’s Advocacy Centers of ND and is a member of ND’s Alliance for Children’s Justice Task Force. In 2023, she was appointed by Governor Doug Burgum to serve on the Commission on Juvenile Justice. She speaks publicly about issues and dynamics related to crimes against children. Christal enjoys spending time with her husband and their 8 children, as well as traveling to Northern Michigan to be with her extended family.
![Shannon Hilfer](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Shannon-Hilfer.png)
Shannon Hilfer, LPCC
Forensic Interview Program Coordinator
![Jessica Evans](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/01/Jessica-Evans-e1705582948110.jpg)
Jessica Evans
Forensic Interviewer
Jessica enjoys family game nights with her husband and four children. She also likes to crochet, complete puzzles, and diamond art.
![Heather Waller](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Heather-Waller.png)
Heather Waller, LBSW
Family Advocacy Program Coordinator
![Jenna Hurt](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/Jenna-Hurt-e1703698853205.jpg)
Jenna Hurt
Family Advocate
Jenna enjoys spending time with her sons and her two dogs. She also likes drinking coffee, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
![Benjamin Parker](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Benjamin-Parker.png)
Benjamin Parker, LCSW
Clinical Supervisor
![Donetta](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Donetta.png)
Shari Lunde, LMSW
Child & Family Therapist
![Cassandra Badke](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Not-Sure-Cassandra-Maybe.png)
Cassondra Badke, LAPC
Child & Family Therapist
![Jesse Crosby](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Jesse-Crosby.png)
Jesse Crosby, LCAC
Clinical Addiction Counselor
![Kaycee Verlinde](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/04/Kaycee-Verlinde-e1712180381469.jpg)
Kaycee Verlinde, LMSW
Child & Family Therapist
![Tammy Ness](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Tammy-Ness-Picture-672x672-1.png)
Tammy Ness, LCSW
Program Evaluation Consultant
![Connie Wilson](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Connie-Wilson.png)
Connie Wilson
Director of Finance
In 2020, she handled all the finances for the NPCAC and in 2021 joined the staff full-time. She advocates our mission within our community and assists the Executive Director with day-to-day operations. Connie enjoys spending time with her husband and children and is a very active volunteer in the Minot community.
![Tressa Blake](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Tressa-Blake.png)
Tressa Blake
Intake Specialist/Office Coordinator
![Janelle Warren](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/Janelle-Warren.png)
Janelle Warren
Administrative Assistant
![NP - 1 It has a calming atmosphere, and the people were very kind.](https://www.northernplainscac.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/NP-1-1024x298.jpg)