Staff

Kelly Franklin

Executive Director

Kelly Franklin is the Executive Director of the Jefferson Day Report Center. 

Kelly brings a lifelong dedication to the criminal justice field and has extensive knowledge of legal and treatment processes in the state. Kelly is the former Regional Director for Parole & Probation in West Virginia. She previously served as a collaborator for the research and writing regarding corrections, leadership, oversight, and organization of the offender sanctioning process in West Virginia. Kelly’s previous experience includes acting as a victim rights representative, training coordinator, and legal assistant with the Department of Defense, US Army Corp of Engineers Middle East District’s Office of Counsel. She has extensive experience domestically and internationally, which has excelled her current profession. 

She is a graduate of Shepherd University and an honor’s graduate of American Public University with a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Kelly is a Doctoral candidate at Liberty University in the Behavioral Science program with an emphasis in Community Care and Counseling, focusing on trauma. 

Grants & Contracts Administrator

Jennifer Lyons is a social worker and a Recovery Coach Professional. Jennifer graduated from American Public University, receiving her Master of Arts in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Business Management. She also attended Shepherd University for her Bachelor of Social Work. She earned her Recovery Coach Professional Certification through Greater Recovery and Community Empowerment (GRaCE). Jennifer has worked in various areas of corrections and non-profit organizations for over 15 years. Jennifer’s role at JDRC is our Grant and Contracts Administrator.  

Case Management Coordinator

Corey Walton joined JDRC in October 2021, as a case manager. Corey attended North Carolina Central University for his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice in the Spring of 2015. He earned his Recovery Coach Certification through Greater Recovery and Community Empowerment (GRaCE). Corey has worked in the criminal justice field for over 8 years in various capacities.

Megan Wooley joined the agency in 2022 and serves as a case manager for the adult population. Megan graduated from Blue Ridge Community and Technical College and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in

Case Manager

Kirsten McCracken joined the agency in 2023 to serve as a Case Manager for the adult population. Kirsten brings a wealth of experience and knowledge working in the human services field for many years. She holds a master's degree from Marshall University. 

Kelsey Banks

Psychoeducational Group Facilitator

Kelsey Banks is our Psychoeducational Group Facilitator. Kelsey attended Shepherd University for her Bachelor of Arts in Family and Consumer Sciences with a minor in Office Technology. She received her Masters of Arts in Communication Studies from West Virginia University. Kelsey earned her Recovery Coach Certification through Greater Recovery and Community Empowerment (GRaCE). Kelsey worked as an educator for 15 years at various local high schools and colleges. Most recently Kelsey worked for the WV Department of Health and Human Resources.