Our Team
Meet the leadership behind CAD, and learn about the standards and evaluation practices that guide every member of our staff.
Leadership Team
Guiding CAD Forward
Niamke J. Etchene
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Etchene is a veteran leader with decades of experience in community-based education, social services, and leadership. He holds an MBA and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management, along with an Associate degree in Computer Science and Information Technology. He has served in roles including program director, education admissions coordinator, youth program specialist, and shift supervisor. He is known for his hands-on leadership style, strong organizational skills, and long-standing commitment to education, youth development, and community service.
Esther Etchene
Vice President
Esther Etchene holds a BSc in Human Services (Behavioral Science) from Walden University with 25+ years of experience in healthcare and human services. She has worked in hospitals, home health, primary care, and group homes supporting children, youth, and families. Her experience includes mental health care, labor and delivery, STD care, and HIV/AIDS counseling and education. She is a Certified Nursing Assistant, licensed phlebotomist, and certified doula and postpartum caregiver, known for her empathy, confidentiality, and patient-centered care.
Professional Standards
How Our Staff Conduct Themselves
CAD is committed to maintaining a professional team that demonstrates integrity, compassion, accountability, professionalism, and respect. Every CAD employee and volunteer is expected to:
Staff Evaluation & Development
Committed to Continuous Improvement
CAD uses regular staff evaluations to promote quality, accountability, and professional development. Staff performance may be evaluated in the following areas:
- 01Resident safety
- 02Professional conduct
- 03Resident rights
- 04Communication
- 05Documentation
- 06Teamwork
- 07Attendance and reliability
- 08Policy compliance
- 09Training and professional development
- 10Quality of resident services
Our goal is not simply to evaluate employees — it is to continuously improve the quality of care and services provided by CAD.
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