A Side of Hope Podcast - Compass Cares

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A Side of Hope Podcast

A Podcast for Human Service Professionals

If you are a human service professional, social worker, or one in the making, you’re in the right place. We’re here to help you navigate the messiness of human services with inspiration, tools, and support. Join our podcast community and listen today.

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Melanie Bazile

I’m Melanie Bazile, a long-time professional in the human services arena. It seems like just yesterday when I was getting my serendipitous start in human services discovering the messiness that comes with working with people. Years of challenges and learning led to the emergence of hope and grit.  I have experienced a spectrum of human service organizational culture, finally landing at the work family and career home that I was destined for.  At Compass, we created A Side of Hope to give you inspiration, tools, and support as you navigate your career in human services.

Season 2

Season 2 is almost here!

We’re bringing bold ideas, inspiring voices, and game-changing conversations to Side of Hope.  New season, new voices, same mission. Join us as we unpack the power of inclusion, leadership, and personal growth with incredible guests like Peter Leidy, Sarah Manuel, and Danny Silk!

Season 2 Sneak Peek 

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Zach Anner

Season 1

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Melanie Bazile

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Find out the first time Melanie was fired and why she has served this industry for over 30 years.

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Sadie Hess

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Sadie founded Compass in 1996 at 23. With 500+ clients and 600+ staff, she’s passionate about hope transforming lives.

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Cassandra Sales

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As ILS program manager, Cassandra explores interdependence and community in supporting people with disabilities.

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Eric Hess

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Eric dives into challenges, innovation, and the balance between heart and head in the disability services industry.

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Aaron Zint

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Aaron shares lessons from his journey, starting at 18, and the patience, humor, and empathy caregiving requires.

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Jenelle Copenhaver

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Jenelle shares her experience receiving Supported Living Services and the impact of strong social work support.

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Dr. Andy Flaherty

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Andy’s journey spans social work, addiction recovery, and now, data analysis in the human services field.

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