Our Employees
Meet our team! We are dedicated to serving the Mason County community with a wide range of health services. Click on our photos to learn more about each of us, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any health related questions or concerns.
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Curt Jibben
Public Health Officer
Curt Jibben Public Health Officer
Curt Jibben has over two decades of experience in rural health, housing, and community development and has served as the Public Health Officer for Mason County since 2005. He holds a Master’s degree and has been actively involved in various local, regional, and state boards, including the Illinois Rural Health Association. Curt’s work focuses on ensuring the vitality of rural communities through strategic partnerships, including a first-of-its-kind collaboration between a Public Health Department, Housing Authority, and Community Development Corporation. He has also worked to revitalize blighted areas and strengthen local partnerships to promote long-term community health.
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Jessica Towery
Director of Nursing & Assistant Administrator
Jessica Towery Director of Nursing & Assistant Administrator
Jessica Towery earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2003 from Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing in Peoria, IL. She started her career as a floor nurse at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield before joining Mason County Health Department in 2004. Currently, Jessica serves as the Director of Nursing and Assistant Administrator, providing leadership and support to the rest of the team. Her extensive experience at MCHD makes her an invaluable resource for staff, ensuring smooth operations and quality care across all programs.
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Jessica Towery, BSN, RN
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 235
Email: jtowery@masoncohealth.com -
Denise Smith
Senior Care Director
Denise Smith Senior Care Director
Denise has been with the Mason County Health Department since 2008 and currently serves as the Senior Care Director. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Human Services emphasis from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Denise has extensive experience in elder care, having worked in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and client homes as both a caregiver and case manager. She also spent several years as an Elder Abuse Case Manager, investigating allegations of abuse in a three-county area. In her role at MCHD, Denise is dedicated to promoting public health by ensuring quality care for seniors, helping them remain in their homes with dignity and compassion.
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Denise Smith, BS
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 224
Email: dsmith@masoncohealth.com -
Christina Lasswell
Senior Care Supervisor
Christina Lasswell Senior Care Supervisor
Christina has been with the Mason County Health Department since 2007 and currently serves as the Senior Care Supervisor. She brings over 11 years of experience as a homecare aide, giving her valuable insight into the needs of both caregivers and participants. Her hands-on experience allows her to effectively train homecare aides, coordinate care, and oversee scheduling. Chris is dedicated to ensuring that seniors receive the highest quality of care while remaining in their homes.
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Christina Lasswell
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 239
Email: classwell@masoncohealth.com -
Camryn Gann
Environmental Health Director
Camryn Gann Environmental Health Director
Camryn Gann graduated from the University of Illinois at Springfield in May 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Environmental Studies. She was hired at Mason County Health Department that same year as the Vector Control Intern and transitioned to a full-time Environmental Health Inspector. Now serving as the Director of Environmental Health and Coordinator for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) program, Camryn is also a Licensed Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP). Her goal is to be an approachable resource for the public, with a focus on education and awareness to help prevent foodborne and waterborne illnesses.
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Camryn Gann, BS, LEHP
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 240
Email: cgann@masoncohealth.com -
Arica Goodrich
Environmental Health Inspector
Arica Goodrich Environmental Health Inspector
Arica is the Environmental Health Inspector at MCHD. She is a 2009 graduate of Havana High School. Arica brings with her 13 years of experience working in the food industry with the last 10 in a management position. Arica’s goal is to be a valuable resource for the public with education on food safety, smoking risks, water wells, and septic systems.
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Arica Goodrich
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 228
Email: agoodrich@masoncohealth.com -
Jessica Poling
Office Manager
Jessica Poling Office Manager
Jessica Poling is a 2007 graduate of Spoon River College in Practical Nursing. With prior experience in long term care and reproductive health, she joined Mason County Health Department in 2017 as a Certified Lactation Counselor and WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. In addition to her role as Office Manager, Jessica continues to support moms and babies with breastfeeding and is also a Certified Car Seat Technician. She enjoys the challenges and rewards of managing daily office operations, ensuring client confidentiality, and adhering to policies and regulations for the best client care.
Contact info
Jessica Poling, LPN, CLC
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 221
Email: jpoling@masoncohealth.com -
Abby Fanter
WIC Clerk & BFPC
Abby Fanter WIC Clerk & BFPC
Abby Fanter graduated from Western Illinois University in May 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and has been with the Mason County Health Department since then. She previously worked in environmental health before transitioning to her current role as the WIC Clerk and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, where she combines her passion for nutrition education with supporting families in healthy eating and breastfeeding.
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Abby Fanter, BS
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 244
Email: afanter@masoncohealth.com -
Jessica Reith
Public Health RN
Jessica Reith Public Health RN
Jessica Reith is a graduate of Graham Hospital School of Nursing and previously
worked as an acute care nurse at Graham Hospital. Jessica is the Immunization and Communicable Disease Coordinator. She enjoys working with the community to ensure all children and adults are adequately educated and vaccinated against preventable diseases. As the communicable disease nurse she provides education to patients to minimize disease transmission and will keep the community informed of any communicable disease concerns.Contact info
Jessica Reith, RN
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 227
Email: jreith@masoncohealth.com -
Christie Towery
Public Health RN
Christie Towery Public Health RN
Christie Towery earned an Associate in Arts & Science from Spoon River College before completing her nursing diploma at Graham Hospital School of Nursing. She previously worked at Mason District Hospital in the Home Health Department and on the Med/Surg floor. Now serving as the Prenatal and Family Planning Coordinator at Mason County Health Department, Christie is also involved in immunizations, venipuncture, and the WIC program. She is passionate about providing quality care and supporting individuals and families in the community.
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Christie Towery, RN
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 245
Email: ctowery@masoncohealth.com -
Trisha Armstrong
Public Health RN
Trisha Armstrong Public Health RN
Trisha Armstrong graduated from Spoon River College in 2020 with an Associate Degree in Nursing. She currently serves as the BMCH Coordinator and Lead Coordinator, and is also involved in WIC, immunizations, and blood draws. Trisha is committed to supporting the health and wellness of the community through her varied roles at Mason County Health Department.
Contact info
Trisha Armstrong, RN
Phone: 309-210-0110 ext. 230
Email: tarmstrong@masoncohealth.com