Mission:
Pathways Employment Services of Wisconsin strives to improve the quality of life for people with diverse abilities by providing consultative services to help them obtain fulfilling jobs in their communities. We work with each unique individual and create a plan that is consistent with their goals, skills and abilities.
Pathways Employment Services of Wisconsin strives to improve the quality of life for people with diverse abilities by providing consultative services to help them obtain fulfilling jobs in their communities. We work with each unique individual and create a plan that is consistent with their goals, skills and abilities.
Michael Jackson, MRC, CRC, CESP
Executive Director Michael has over fifteen years of experience in the Human Services field. During this time, he has worked with over 100 consumers throughout Wisconsin. Michael strives to implement effective strategies to help organizational growth and offer a variety of opportunities for individuals with disabilities to connect with their communities. He continues to drive consumers to meet their goals and ensure the best possible opportunities for all to grow and achieve greatness each day. Michael graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. Michael maintains a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor status with the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification and a Certified Employment Support Professional Certification with the Association for Persons in Supported Employment. |

Erin Booth-O'Rear
Employment Consultant
Erin has been with Pathways Employment Services of Wisconsin since 2018, but has over twenty
years of human services experience ranging from direct care to adults and children with disabilities, to managing juvenile detention. Currently Erin matches individuals with disabilities to work opportunities that actually resonate with their passion and needs and not just employ her consumers. Erin prides herself in going the extra mile to advocate for her consumers with her unique and tailored approach.
Employment Consultant
Erin has been with Pathways Employment Services of Wisconsin since 2018, but has over twenty
years of human services experience ranging from direct care to adults and children with disabilities, to managing juvenile detention. Currently Erin matches individuals with disabilities to work opportunities that actually resonate with their passion and needs and not just employ her consumers. Erin prides herself in going the extra mile to advocate for her consumers with her unique and tailored approach.

Rachel Barnickel
Employment Consultant
Rachel joined the Pathways Team in late 2020 but had 3 years' experience in the employment field working on the employer side of things. Rachel also has plenty of experience working with children, teens and adults as a caregiver. Rachel's passion is helping people learn new skills as well as gain the confidence to be successful.
Employment Consultant
Rachel joined the Pathways Team in late 2020 but had 3 years' experience in the employment field working on the employer side of things. Rachel also has plenty of experience working with children, teens and adults as a caregiver. Rachel's passion is helping people learn new skills as well as gain the confidence to be successful.

Daniel Wenzel
Employment Consultant
Daniel joined the Pathways Teams in Spring of 2021. With years of customer service experience, Daniel enjoys focusing on his consumers' individual needs, taking his time to make sure that he finds the right fit for every situation.

Katie Phillips
Employment Consultant
Work Incentive Benefits Analyst
Katie joined the Pathways Team in late 2021. Katie has a background in teaching and a passion for helping individuals achieve their long-term goals. Her approach is often patient and creative to ensure all possibilities are explored. Katie is also certified through DVR as a Work Incentive Benefits Analyst, helping her consumers understand their benefits and how to avoid an interruption in coverage.
Employment Consultant
Work Incentive Benefits Analyst
Katie joined the Pathways Team in late 2021. Katie has a background in teaching and a passion for helping individuals achieve their long-term goals. Her approach is often patient and creative to ensure all possibilities are explored. Katie is also certified through DVR as a Work Incentive Benefits Analyst, helping her consumers understand their benefits and how to avoid an interruption in coverage.

Oliver Killam
Employment Consultant
Oliver joined the Pathways Team in late 2021. With an interest in pursuing a Special Education degree, Oliver has a passion for meeting each of his consumers where they are and exploring every opportunity available to them. Oliver enjoys getting creative with what services he can provide in order to benefit the individuals he works with.
Employment Consultant
Oliver joined the Pathways Team in late 2021. With an interest in pursuing a Special Education degree, Oliver has a passion for meeting each of his consumers where they are and exploring every opportunity available to them. Oliver enjoys getting creative with what services he can provide in order to benefit the individuals he works with.