Ranch Recovery Staff

The road to recovery is far from a solo journey for our residents, who receive strong support from our multi-disciplinary, experienced and highly skilled staff, many of whom have won their own battles with addiction recovery. They have been selected because of their training, sensitivity and commitment, as well as their understanding of the disease in its behavioral manifestations.  Sunrise Recovery Ranch has a 1 to 1.5 staff to client ratio.  We also employ 24 hour a day certified counselors.

Keith Miller, Program Administrator :: BS, CADC II, RAS
Keith holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services and is also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II with the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors.  Keith brings many years of experience in addictions counseling as well as several years of management experience to Sunrise Recovery Ranch.  At the helm of the Ranch since its inception, Keith is the heartbeat of Sunrise and is fully dedicated to the recovery of our residents.  He is responsible for the day to day operations of the facility and is involved in all operational and clinical decisions that affect Sunrise and our clientele.  Keith is a hands-on leader, who often interacts with clients during the course of treatment, taking great satisfaction in hearing about their progress.  Keith is always ready to assist in any concerns they may have.  Keith’s greatest reward comes from hearing success stories of our hundreds of alumni who have gone on to rewarding sober lives.

Scott Hoage, Program Manager :: BS, CADC II, CADAC II
Scott earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from the University of Phoenix and is also Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II with the California Association of Drug and Alcohol Counselors. In addition, Scott is a certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II in the state of Indiana.  Scott is a 20 year veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a graduate of the U.S. Naval School of Health Sciences.  With more than 12 years of experience in counseling, Scott has provided substance abuse services in both the military and the private sector. Scott has worked in inpatient as well as outpatient settings and specializes in relapse prevention, communication and defense mechanisms.  As Program Manager, Scott leads the clinical team by providing training, direction, and guidance in all core functions of counseling.  A skilled facilitator and educator, Scott conducts treatment lectures and process groups for residents and he is responsible for the daily treatment schedule. Scott takes pride in ensuring that a high level of professionalism exists in all treatment activities.   Active in the community, Scott also teaches a substance abuse counseling course at a local community college.

Todd Wall, Case Manager :: CADC II
Todd graduated from California Paramedical and Technical College with a certificate in Addictions Counseling and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Todd is also currently an Orals Board Examiner for the California Association of Drug and Alcohol Counselors (CAADAC).  Todd is a Certified Parenting Instructor. Todd has been working in the drug and alcohol recovery field for more than six years.  Todd has over 4 years of experience in counseling dual diagnosis clients in a residential treatment setting.  Todd brings a myriad of skills to the team at Sunrise Recovery Ranch. Todd is a skilled group facilitator and educator with extensive knowledge of 12 step recovery programs and is adept at establishing therapeutic alliances with his clients.  Avid in sports, Todd also assists in coordinating outside recreational activities for Sunrise Ranch clients. 

Juan R. Acedo, Jr., Case Manager :: CADC II, CAS
Juan earned his Drug and Alcohol Counseling Certificate from California Paramedical and Technical College and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors. Juan is also a Certified Addictions Specialist with the California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources.  Juan has over seven years of experience in counseling recovering individuals. Specializing in life skills and relapse prevention, Juan combines this knowledge with his vast knowledge of 12 step recovery programs to provide excellent counseling services to clients of Sunrise Ranch.  He establishes strong therapeutic bonds with those residents for whom he provides services. Juan is active in the recovery community and is President of Alumni with the Recovery Opportunity Center in Riverside. Scott also assists in coordinating Sunrise recreational activities for our clientele. 

Devon Wayt, Operations Manager :: BS
As the Operations Manager, Devon manages all daily non-clinical aspects of the program.  Devon supervises and trains all operational staff in areas such as staff to client interaction, supervision of clients and proper conduct of clients when interacting with the public at outside functions.  As the Safety Officer, Devon is responsible for overall Sunrise Ranch safety including the coordination of all vehicle safety and maintenance.    While he wears many hats, Devon seamlessly addresses his challenging and varied duties with motivation and dedication.  His positive attitude and well developed sense of discipline make Devon an example and role model for Sunrise Ranch residents. 

Other personnel

Edwin Suarez, Chef
Edwin is a native of South America and brings almost over two decades of food preparation and experience to the Sunrise Recovery Ranch kitchen. He is experienced in preparing and serving a variety of cuisine from several cultures, including America, South America, Europe and the Orient. Edwin provides a nutritious and varied menu as well as creating delicious desserts from several continents.