Rick Jagels honored in Rich Hill today

An enthusiastic crowd was on hand at the Rich Hill Youth Development Center as well as county and state dignitaries to honor Rick Jagels, who was named the “Most Outstanding Older Worker” of Region 8 in Missouri. He was honored by Experience Works which is a national, charitable, community based organization that helps people over the age of 55 get the training they need to find jobs in their communities.

Rick Jagels and Senator David Pearce

Jagels, who serves as a youth supervisor and has the responsibility for the safety, personal conduct, care and therapy of the youth during a shift, he implements group and individual treatment plans as well as maintaining security in the buildings, grounds and other posts. He also intervenes during emergencies or altercations to prevent escapes and gain physical control of the youth.

Those presenting plaques to Mr. Jagels this afternoon were Senator David Pearce, Representative Barney Fischer, the Bates County Commissioners and Jimmy Kithcart, Mayor of Rich Hill proclaimed October 26th as “Rick Jagels” day.

-story & photo by FM 92.1 the Bullet