The mission of BAI is to create opportunities for people to achieve their highest level of life satisfaction. BAI was established in 2004 by Nate and Lisa Boyack and is dedicated to assisting people to live productive, meaningful lives.

Administrative Team:

Nate Boyack - Owner/Executive Director:

Nate Boyack has been working in the Mental Health/Developmental Services (MHDS) field since 1998. He has over 10 years supervisory experience developing and running programs that promote self-reliance and individuality. Nate believes that with the support of an effective treatment team, optimal independence can be obtained. It is his desire for all people receiving services to reach their full potential. Nate has a BA degree from Brigham Young University and a MBA from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Jared Shoemaker – Program Director:

Jared Shoemaker is a certified Qualified Mental Retardation Professional (QMRP) and has been working in the disability services field since 2001. He has worked with individuals with both developmental disabilities and mental and emotional challenges. Firmly adhering to the person-centered approach, Jared believes that treatment plans and interventions must be uniquely tailored to the abilities, needs, and desires of each individual receiving services. To assess success and progression, all goals and plans must have objective criteria that can be measured and adjusted as necessary. Jared has a BS in psychology from Brigham Young University and a MA in criminal justice from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Chantell Davis – Assistant Program Director:

Chantell is originally from Chicago, IL and has been living in Clark County since September of 2005. She is a graduate of Wilberforce University with a BS in Political Science. She has been working in the social services field since 2000, with a strong emphasis on at-risk youth advocacy and youth with mental health diagnoses. Her experience includes working as a clinical case manager and as the Statewide Program Coordinator for Illinois Department of Children and Family Service. Chantell has volunteered for various non-profit groups, including the March for Dimes and Breast Cancer Awareness.

Valerie LaRocca – Assistant Program Director:

Valerie LaRocca, is a certified Qualified Mental Retardation Professional (QMRP) who also holds a BA in psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Although Valerie has worked in Southern Nevada supporting individuals with dual diagnoses for more than ten years, her experience also extends to five additional years in East Tennessee as manager of a job and day training service for disabled adults. Valerie's supportive approach is taken from the many perspectives to which she has been exposed in several different capacities over the years. She believes in problem solving as a team, and emphasizing health, safety, and quality of life as the fundamental priorities to effective support.

Steven Giles – Assistant Program Director:

Steven Giles has worked in the social services field in different capacities for over 13 years. Steven has worked as a direct care staff, manager, and administrator during that time. He has experience with juveniles and adults with developmental disabilities, troubled youth with behavioral and emotional problems, teens with psychiatric disorders, and teens with Aspergers Syndrome. Steven received a BA in political science from the University of Utah and actively seeks to expand his knowledge in the social services field. Steven is committed to encouraging positive life changes to increase the quality of life for the people he serves.

Courtney Heath – Human Resource Manager:

Courtney has worked for BAI since 2008 and has been the Human Resource Manager since 2009. Courtney came to Southern Nevada from Hemet, California in the summer of 2006. From there she gained invaluable experience working as a home health aide for two years. Courtney’s professional approach in working with individuals with developmental disabilities comes from personal experience as she has a niece with cognitive impairments and physical disabilities. Courtney has personal insight into the family dynamic that results from a child with special needs. Courtney’s professional and personal experiences serve her well with hiring and supporting BAI employees. Courtney is dedicated to ensuring that BAI employees are well trained with their main priority being to promote a safe and stable environment that best fosters independence.