Our Team

Andrew Powers, PSH Case Manager

Andrew is a Permanent Supportive Housing Case Manager with Jaydot. He is passionate about working to solve homelessness, and is especially interested in the intersection between housing instability and severe and persistent mental illness. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, and he looks forward to continuing his education in the Social Work field. 

Chapman Todd, Principal / Director of Housing Development

Chapman has 30 years of experience working on homelessness and housing issues in the Washington, DC area. He is an appointed member of the District's Housing Production Trust Fund (HPTF) Advisory Board and the Board of Directors for the Coalition for Non-Profit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED). He is a graduate of Connecticut College and the George Washington University Law School. 

Jacqueline Vélez Lippman, Project Manager

Jacqueline manages Jaydot’s administrative systemsincluding data tracking, workflow management, and internal system organizationand supports Jaydot's leadership with project management, administrative support and business operations. She is a graduate of Georgetown University and completed a full year of AmeriCorps VISTA service in 2021. 

Jaqueline Vela, Resident Engagement Coordinator 

Jaqueline manages resident engagement programming and community partnerships at The John and Jill Ker Conway Residence and HELP Walter Reed. She helps connect residents to resources as needed, and works to improve residents overall well-being. She is a graduate of Trinity Washington University.

Leah Reese, PSH Case Manager 

Leah manages Jaydot’s Housing Navigation engagements, helping both families and individuals locate and move into housing of their choosing as efficiently as possible. She has worked on homelessness issues in the District since 2016, including as a case manager for individuals in PSH settings, and regularly participates as a member in the Committees of the DC Interagency Council on Homelessness. Leah is a graduate of Norfolk State University.

Matthew Allen, PSH Case Manager 

Matthew is a Permanent Supportive Housing Case Manager with Jaydot. Since 2016, he has served a diverse population of at-risk youth and adults who live with mental health and substance use disorders, providing advocacy and support as they navigate their journey to self-sufficiency. Matthew has assisted individuals and families facing housing challenges, most notably as a Youth Re-Housing Manager, overseeing the multi-regional youth services program for a Massachusetts based non-profit. He is a graduate of Prince George’s Community College and is pursuing a degree in Social Work. 

Nicole Jean, Director of Programs

Nicole is a Washington, DC native who has worked with underserved populations and managed residential programs for over 15 years. Nicole oversees Jaydot’s Permanent Supportive Housing and Resident Services programs with a focus on implementing strategies to enhance program outcomes. She has a passion for providing clients with respect, dignity, and the right to a self-fulfilled life. Nicole is a graduate of Trinity University. 

Ondjo Okundji, PSH Case Manager 

Ondjo is a Permanent Supportive Housing Case Manager at Jaydot. She has experience working with diverse populations who live with mental health and substance use disorders by helping them achieve their goals and live a meaningful life of their choosing. Ondjo is a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte and wants to further education with a Masters in Social Work.

Sharlene Castle, Director of Operations 

Sharlene has worked on homelessness since 2010. She oversees Jaydot's operations with a particular focus on fostering an inclusive, person-centered organizational culture. She also helps developers and nonprofits navigate District processes related to the development and operation of site-based PSH and integrate property management and supportive services. Sharlene serves as co-chair of the CNHED Supportive Housing Working Group, is a graduate of San Diego State University, a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, and has a Master's of Public Administration from Cornell University. 

Sydney Searles, PSH Case Manager 

Sydney is a Permanent Supportive Housing Case Manager for Jaydot. She has a passion for social justice and a strong commitment to helping unhoused populations. Sydney has worked with a diverse range of at-risk populations from children in foster care group homes to families in refugee transition sites. She is a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University and is pursuing her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at George Washington University.

Willa Day Morris, Clinical Consultant  

Willa is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with experience in social work, program development, and administration. She established the local branch of Pathways to Housing DC, bringing the first implementation of the Housing First model to the District. In addition to her clinical work, Willa has managed both small and large programs, focusing on the development of affordable and sustainable housing programs. She is a graduate of Williams College and has a Master of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. 

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