We’re excited to shine our employee spotlight on the fantastic Dickie Travinski!

What's your title at CADA?

Peer Support Specialist, Cada Mobile Response Team 

What do you do at CADA?

I use my own lived experiences in substance use recovery and mental health to support and encourage others facing similar challenges. 

How long have you been working at CADA?

A little over two years.

What surprised you about CADA, something you didn't know before coming here?

I WORK WITH THE POLICE. Law enforcement calls my team and I provide for assistance in crisis situations. The irony is palpable! 

Where are you from?

I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Tell us about your family.

I have three amazing children, an incredible niece and brother-in-law, beautiful Louisiana cousins and a rockstar for a sister! My sister's name is Billie Mack (yes, my dad wanted boys). 

What do you like to do in your free time? Hobbies/interests?

LSU baseball is my all-time favorite, but I really love all sports. I am a sophomore in college and active in a wonderful recovery community! 

Favorite books/movies/music?

Book - Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, movie is great too! I love any music live and am an avid concert goer. My favorite movie is Vision Quest.

Tell us something about yourself that might surprise us.

I was the first Alaskan to qualify and attend the World Championship Quarter Horse Show where I placed in the Top 10...IN THE WORLD!