Executive Management

Nichole’s bio coming soon.

Renee’s bio coming soon.

Donna’s bio coming soon.

Kristy Koffler started with Paramount Health Resources, Inc. in 2018 as the Director, Billing and Business Compliance. She oversees billing and billing compliance at all of the Paramount Skilled Nursing Facilities. Kristy comes to Paramount with over 10 years of billing compliance experience.

Luke Zigarovich is the Director, Dietary and Ancillary Services at Paramount Health Resources, Inc. Luke became a member of Paramount in November of 2008. His Paramount career began as the Dietary Manager at the Paramount Senior Living at Cranberry location. Soon thereafter, Luke assumed the role as the Dietary Manager at Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. After 3 years at Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township, he was promoted to the Director of Dietary Services where he developed and implemented the dietary processes and procedures that are used at all Paramount Health Resources communities today. Currently, Luke oversees all of the dietary and ancillary operations for the company. Luke is a graduate of the International Culinary Academy and came to Paramount with 9+ years of experience in hospitality.

Mackenzie is the Director of Marketing and Admissions where he facilitates the overall marketing plan and strategy for the company. Mackenzie has been a part of the Paramount team since 2009. Prior to his role as the Director of Marketing and Admissions, Mackenzie held various positions within the company, including multi-departmental operational staff level positions and several facility level management positions. As a result of this time spent with Paramount, he has developed a deep understanding of not only the Paramount organization, but the seniors housing industry abreast. Mackenzie graduated in 2011 from Duquesne University with a B.S. in Business Administration. Mackenzie enjoys keeping up to date on the local real estate market and spends his free time working out, skiing, golfing, and staying active.

James “J” Cox is the owner and CEO of all Paramount Health Resources business entities. He was initially introduced to the healthcare industry by working as an orderly in the emergency room in his early twenties. Mr. Cox achieved his Bachelor’s in Accounting with a minor in Computer Science from the University of Pittsburgh. After just two years of working in finance, he was drawn back to health care and returned to school to obtain a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Carnegie Mellon University. James’ professional experience includes a VP position in a Pittsburgh hospital as well as two VP of Operations roles, in which he ran Skilled Nursing Facilities on the east coast of the United States. James Cox, also a Nursing Home Administrator, started Paramount in 2004 as a result of his displeasure with the care being provided to the senior population. As such, Mr. Cox has built Paramount from the ground up with the utmost importance on aesthetically appealing, high quality of care nursing facilities.

Mr. Goldbach joined Paramount Health Resources in May 2008 and is responsible for the financial reporting and treasury functions of the various Paramount entities.  He has over thirty years of experience in finance and accounting, serving as a senior audit manager with an international public accounting firm and, during two separate periods, as CFO and Treasurer for software companies which he helped to grow from start-up to publicly-held.  He earned his CPA license after graduating with a Bachelor of Science – Accounting degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Greg Sorba started with Paramount Health Resources in September 2005 as the Vice President of Facilities Management. He oversees the building systems which include mechanical (HVAC), electrical, plumbing, elevators, fire and life safety as well as ground maintenance at our four Paramount Senior Living properties. Mr. Sorba also represents Paramount Health Resources in overseeing renovations, building modifications at the existing facilities while also assisting with the design and construction of our new developments.

Chase Darmstadter started with Paramount in August of 2014 as a Manager of “People Operations” in the Human Resources Department. His main responsibilities included overseeing employee recruitment and retention for all Paramount entities, management of workers’ compensation claims and compliance with employment law issues such as FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEOC and more. Chase graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2013 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Organizational Development. Mr. Darmstadter, a Chicago native and avid traveler, also speaks fluent Spanish. In 2016, Chase assumed a new role as a Director in Company Operations, focusing on establishing and implementing objectives related to both growth (acquisitions & development) and strategy. In this senior management role, some of his responsibilities include strategic planning, policy creation and approval, senior staff personnel planning/recruitment, overseeing Business Development initiatives, and serving as the Company’s authorized signatory as well as primary contract negotiator for purchasing. In April 2019, Chase assumed a Regional Director position, overseeing Operations in Paramount’s Eastern Region, comprised of senior living campuses in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Delaware. Chase recently completed his MBA at Carnegie Mellon’s Tepper School of Business.

Jennifer joined the Paramount team in March of 2017. Along with 22 years of nursing and management experience, she also holds degrees in Education and Behavioral Science. She has worked in various levels of healthcare, including skilled nursing, trauma, and behavioral health. Jennifer originally came to Paramount as the Admission Manager at the Peters Township location. Jennifer is now responsible for overseeing the admissions and marketing activity of the Mid West region.

Stephanie joined Paramount in 2016 as the Director or Human Resources. Prior to her current role, Stephanie was with the company in similar Human Resources capacities from 2008-2011. She has over ten years of human resource experience with a specialization in talent management and employee relations including performance management, employee development and engagement, benefits, compensation, and compliance issues. Stephanie has a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master’s Certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University. In 2015, Stephanie obtained her Master’s in Management from Carnegie Mellon University.

Becky’s bio coming soon.

Ron’s bio coming soon.

Rocco Palladini joined Paramount Health Resources in May 2011 and has held several titles on the facility level as well as within Paramount Home Health.  Rocco currently serves as the Director of Operations and is responsible for the development, design, operation, and improvement of the systems that create and deliver Paramount’s various services.  Mr. Palladini attended Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania graduating with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy.  Prior to joining the Paramount team, he worked within the Allegheny Health System as a Chief Physical Therapist specializing in restoring clients to maximum functional capacity and quality of life.

Mike is a Certified Public Accountant who joined Paramount Health Resources in January of 2018 and is primarily responsible for the financial reporting and regulatory compliance of the various Paramount entities. He also plays a key role in the financial planning and analysis function of the company. Mike joined Paramount after beginning his career in the financial services industry working for a major financial institution where he held numerous roles within corporate finance, most prominently working in the Corporate Controller’s office. He received his Bachelors of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Accounting from Duquesne University.

Janet’s bio coming soon.

Rocco Palladini joined Paramount Health Resources in May 2011 and has held several titles on the facility level as well as within Paramount Home Health.  Rocco currently serves as the Director of Operations and is responsible for the development, design, operation, and improvement of the systems that create and deliver Paramount’s various services.  Mr. Palladini attended Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania graduating with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy.  Prior to joining the Paramount team, he worked within the Allegheny Health System as a Chief Physical Therapist specializing in restoring clients to maximum functional capacity and quality of life.

Karen Camesi has worked for Paramount Home Health since 2010 as the Director of Nursing for Paramount Home Health. She transitioned to the Administrator of Paramount Hospice and Palliative Care during the second half of 2015. Karen holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Chatham University and recently completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from California University of Pennsylvania. Karen Camesi brings a wide variety of home health and acute care experience including emergency medicine, surgical, telemetry, intensive care and more to Paramount.

Barbara Butter joined Paramount over ten years ago, in August 2005, and has held several crucial business roles during that time. Her current title is the Director of Business Services and Finance for both the Paramount Home Health and Hospice entities (“Paracore”). Barbara is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Paracore which include billing, accounting and providing support to staff. She obtained a business degree from Robert Morris University and was previously in charge of payroll and benefits administration for all Paramount entities.

Janet Stockhausen is a Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN). She is also certified as a Rehabilitation Nurse (CRRN) and a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator ( NHA). Janet has been with the company since its inception in 2005 in various leadership roles, most recently as the Administrator of Paramount Hospice and Palliative Care and NHA at Paramount Peters Township. She has 45 years of nursing experience including acute care, long term care, assisted living and hospice nursing.