Meet Our Staff
Melanie O'Neal, Executive Director
Melanie was appointed Executive Director with The Arc of Jackson County in January 2018. She previously worked in the judicial system for 10 years. Melanie is married to Jason O'Neal. They have four children, Elizabeth, Jenna, Josh, and Jorja. Melanie is a member of Seymour Christian Church. She serves on the Jackson County Drug-Free Council, Jackson County Community Service Council, Jackson County Transition Council, and Healthy Jackson County. ​
Jennifer Morrison, Assistant to Executive Director
Jennifer began as an Intern in November of 2022. She is a mother of two, Dustin and Drake. She attended college at Indiana Wesleyan University, graduating with a bachelor's degree in social work. She became paid staff on May 31, 2023. She feels blessed to be able to provide help to those in her community with special needs and learn more about how she can help those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.