Originally from California, James worked in the addiction treatment field for many years following his educational pursuits. James worked at several well know agencies around California. The Etowah Program, Crossroads Program of Eureka and Care Unit of California. After moving to Florida James continued to work in the health care field. In 1993 James opened Genesis House Inc. in Palm Beach County. The agency has grown into a well respected provider of addiction and dual diagnosis treatment. James has personally been in recovery since 1980.

George Briggs is currently the Director of Residential Program at Genesis House and oversees daily intakes, operations, and insurance approvals for the agency. George has been involved with program development and is a vital employee of Genesis House. George is presently working towards his Masters Degree in Psychology at Barry University. George has an extensive background in Engineering and has been in recovery for the past ten years. Commonly known by his nick name Rusty, he has completely upgraded the intake department at Genesis House so that admissions run more smoothly and professionally.

Anita Amundaray has been working for Genesis House Inc. for the past twelve years. She is the Director of Spanish Treatment Services and the Quality Assurance Specialist for the agency. Anita has helped to develop Genesis policy and procedures, implement DCF mandates and oversees quality of care at Genesis. Anita believes in maintaining a respectfull, loving enviorment for the patients at Genesis House. She is presently working on her Masters Degree in Psychology at Barry University.

Erica is originally from Central New Jersey. She is a long term employee of Genesis House. Her core functions include crisis intervention, admissions, coordinating psychiatric / medical care and responsible for other day to day operations. She has a deep knowledge of the 12 step recovery process. Erica has many years of hands on experience and is an asset to our interdisciplinary team.

Kim is originally from New York City and has been working in South Florida for over 12 years with Dual Diagnosis clients. She has also work as a substance abuse counselor. Kim facilitates the smooth operation of the admissions process, coordination of Psychiatric & Medical care and oversees day-to-day office operations. Kim is currently working towards her BA in Psychology with a minor in Substance Abuse at Kaplan University as well as her CAP certification.

Tim has worked at various addiction treatment centers throughout South Florida for many years. Tim is the supervisor of the Genesis House support staff. Tim oversees daily staffing needs, patient care and safety, and security of Genesis House. Tim has many years of personal recovery, and is a vital team member at Genesis.