GOSHEN – Darcie Miller, Commissioner of Orange County’s Departments of Social Services and Mental Health, has been named May’s Citizen of the Month.
Miller has served for thirty-six years in County Government, with the last 23 in Orange County. In October 2016, Miller, then Commissioner of Mental Health and acting Commissioner of Social Services, became the permanent Commissioner of both departments. Commissioner Miller is retiring from County Government next month.
“It’s an honor to be named Citizen of the Month, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month,” said Miller. “It’s also been such an honor and a privilege to serve in Orange County government these past 23 years. I’m grateful for the fulfilling and humbling experiences, the wonderful staff in both departments and for the opportunity to make a positive impact in our community.”
Just a few of Miller’s responsibilities include leading the development and assisting in facilitating WELCOME Orange, Orange County Court Connection Projects, serving as the Principal Investigator for the Children’s Mental Health Initiative System of Care, Mental Health Juvenile Justice Projects, supporter of Crisis Intervention Training for Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice, and participating in bringing evidence-based initiatives to Orange County. She serves on many local and statewide committees and teams, including the multi-disciplinary County Team which focuses on youth needs in the community, SUNY Orange Advisory Committee, the Medical Reserve Corp, and the Cultural Equity Task Force.
Miller has been a successful partner in grant writing and has played a significant role in securing funding from federal, state, and private sources throughout her career. Lacey Trimble, currently Deputy Commissioner of Mental Health, will take over as Commissioner of both departments when Miller retires toward the end of June.
“I appreciate County Executive Steve Neuhaus’ trust and support through the years, and I know that Lacey will continue the work of improving the quality of programming and care both Mental Health and Social Services provide to the population they serve.”
“Darcie is more than deserving of the gratitude and accolades that come her way as she retires,” Neuhaus added. “She has always been reliable and professional and cares deeply about her work and the Orange County residents that she serves. Darcie is well-liked and respected by her colleagues and has done wonderful work during her admirable career. I congratulate her and wish her all the very best on her retirement.”
