Jim FitzGerald, MSW, MPA

Chief Executive Officer

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of California
• Master of Public Administration, University of Montana
• Master of Social Work, University of Montana

Jim FitzGerald, Chief Executive Officer, joined Intermountain in 1978, working as a cottage counselor in the residential services program. Prior to becoming Chief Executive Officer in 2001, Jim was Director of Operations, working in all facets of program development, training, policy, and finance. Throughout his career, Jim has focused the agency upon strengthening families and improving society’s ability to provide prevention, protection, treatment, and permanency for all vulnerable youth. A dedicated leader in youth advocacy, he has played a vital role in the state and national forum of child welfare, mental health, and public policy. Working with a dynamic Board and staff, he is responsible for guiding the vision and mission of Intermountain, and transforming Intermountain into a nationally recognized children’s mental health agency. Jim is also the CEO of ChildWise Institute, a Montana not-for-profit 501c (3) organization established by Intermountain. The mission of ChildWise is to elevate the well-being of vulnerable children through advancing awareness, accelerating knowledge, and advocating for positive societal change. ChildWise has garnered attention across the State of Montana and at the national level. Jim holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of California, a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Montana. Intermountain employee since 1978.

Dee Incoronato, PsyD

Chief Strategy Officer

Education:

• Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, Carroll College
• Master of Education, United States International University
• Doctor of Psychology, California School of Professional Psychologists

Dee Incoronato has served Intermountain in various capacities. She served as a member of the Board of Directors for more than ten years, including a two-year term as Board President. Now as Chief Strategy Officer, she is skilled in coaching, assessing, supporting, training, and facilitating organizational change, strategic intent, and continuous learning. Dee has owned and managed two businesses in Bigfork, Montana. She has served as Academic Director in two international schools; one in Japan, and one in Taiwan. She was also Director of International Programs and Associate Professor at Carroll College, Adjunct Faculty at Flathead Valley Community College, and a Higher Education Consultant. She was a Bigfork Montana School Board Trustee for two terms. Intermountain employee since 2013.

Elizabeth Saylor

Chief Financial Officer

Education:

• Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Meredith College School of Business

Elizabeth Saylor came to Intermountain in 2015, as Controller. Elizabeth has many years of experience in the nonprofit (healthcare) sector as well as public accounting. Elizabeth oversees all financial activities. Intermountain employee since 2015.

Daniel Champer, LCPC

Clinical Director

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Pastoral Ministry, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
• Master's of Arts, Counseling, Waynesburg University

Daniel Champer, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who currently serves as the director of school-based services for Intermountain in Helena. Daniel provides clinical leadership and oversight to teams of mental health professionals who provide therapeutic services in public school settings in the Helena area. His passion is restoring life and beauty in all that has been discarded and marked as waste. Intermountain employee since 2012.

Kimberly Gardner, LCSW, LAC

Clinical Director

Education:

• Bachelor of Social Work, Carroll College
• Master of Social Work, University of Denver

Kimberly Gardner, LCSW, LAC, has been active in advocacy and services for children and families for the last 25 years. She has extensive experience in program administration and development, clinical supervision, the legislative process, and residential and community-based mental health and substance use treatment services. She has provided respite foster care for several years.  Kimberly serves on the Board of Behavioral Health for the State of MT.  She also provides clinical supervision for MSW and graduate-level interns and  Licensure Candidates for Intermountain. Intermountain employee since August 2007.

Meegan Bryce, MSW

Director of Residential Services

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Carroll College
• Master of Social Work, University of Montana

Meegan Bryce began her work at Intermountain with children and families as a Direct Care Counselor. She has since been a Cottage Supervisor, Child and Family Therapist, the Residential Manager and now serves as the Residential Director. Meegan is a Montana native and enjoys all the outdoor activities that Montana has to offer, especially river rafting. Intermountain employee since 2004.

Ralph Yaeger

Senior Development Officer

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Business, Carroll College

Ralph Yaeger has lived in Helena since 1976 working in all areas of fund development. Ralph has most recently worked for the Montana Wildlife Association and the Montana Community Foundation. Intermountain employee since 2008.