New Executive Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Harrisonburg Rockingham Community Services Board Announces New Executive Director

Harrisonburg, December 14, 2022. The Board of Directors of Harrisonburg Rockingham Community Services Board (HRCSB) is pleased to announce Ms. Rebekah Brubaker, LPC as the agency’s seventh Executive Director. The Board is pleased that HRCSB, local provider of mental health, substance use and developmental services, will have someone of Ms. Brubaker’s credentials and experience at the helm. Ms. Brubaker succeeds Ellen Harrison, who vacated the position in early September. The Executive Director serves as the principal liaison with City and County officials, and works closely with other community partners, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) and Community Services Boards across the state.

Ms. Brubaker has been with HRCSB in various leadership roles for the past sixteen years. She served as a licensed counselor in Children’s Services, and then was supervisor in that area. She has served as a senior level Director for seven year, including most recently as the Director of Behavioral Health Services. She brings with her a wealth of organizational knowledge and expertise.

JM Monger, Chair of Harrisonburg Rockingham Community Services Board said, “The Board is pleased to have someone of Ms. Brubaker’s caliber in this role. We are fortunate to have a seasoned professional as we continue to provide valuable services across the area.”

Ms. Brubaker holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University 2006.  Ms. Brubaker will assume her new role on December 15, 2022.