Administrative Services Staff

Bob started working for SCBS in 2005 as a direct care staff. A Hastings native and Hastings College graduate, Bob received his Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from Trident University International and is currently the CEO for SCBS.

Dr. Sood joined South Central Behavioral Services in May 2023 as a Co-Medical Director. He is board certified for adults and has been working in psychiatry since 1997 in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He completed his medical school in India and further training in Illinois.

Dr. Saxena joined South Central Behavioral Services in May 2023 as a Co-Medical Director. He is board certified for treatment of both adults and children and provides general psychiatric services. He has been working in psychiatry since 1996. He completed his residency in India and received further training in Richmond, Virginia.

Susan started working at SCBS in 1979 and has served as CEO from 2009-2022. She grew up in Broken Bow, and received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from UNO. Susan is a licensed clinical social worker and lives in Hastings. She advocates for responsive mental health, substance use and child welfare services at the local and state level. Susan currently serves as Program Director for our CCBHC initiative.

Amy started working at SCBS in the Children’s Services program in 2001 as a Youth and Family Specialist. Later in 2008, Amy became the Program Director for the Children’s Services program. Following the Children’s Services program’s closure in 2026, Amy became the Operations Director for SCBS. Amy grew up in Barnard, Missouri and graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Family Studies. Amy is a certified Forte trainer and certified trainer, and coder, for Motivational Interviewing.

Kelli started working at SCBS in August 2005. She held the Administrative Assistant position in the Administrative Services Office from October 2008- December 2021. Kelli’s primary responsibilities include the supervision of staff, oversight of fiscal operations, Human Resources and Accounts Receivable. Kelli earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Communications from the University of Nebraska at Kearney in May 2005.

Donna began her employment with SCBS in December of 1998 and held the Administrative Services Director position from March of 2005 through December of 2021. She received her Masters of Business Administration degree from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Donna is responsible for oversight of employee benefits and payroll. She is also a member of the information technology group.

Michelle began her second round of employment with SCBS in 2010. She had over 15 years of experience with SCBS across various rehab programs, prior to transitioning into the Administration team in August 2020. Michelle received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Special Education from Hastings College in 2006. Michelle has a passion for helping individuals grow and learn new skills.

Tammy grew up outside of Oshkosh, Nebraska and graduated from University of Nebraska at Kearney with a Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Management. She started at SCBS in May 2017 and serves at the IT Coordinator and Corporate Security Officer. Tammy is also a Child Passenger Safety Technician, offering assistance to our Children’s Services program as needed. Tammy lives outside of Kearney with her family and enjoys camping and the outdoors.

Brooke joined SCBS as Administrative Assistant in May of 2023. Brooke also received a Bachelor of Science in both Accounting and Economics from the University of Nebraska at Kearney in May of 2023.