Staff

Jill Mann - Executive Director

Jill has been the Executive Director of Turning Point Child Advocacy Center since 2019 and has over 12 years of experience working with survivors of abuse. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish from Monmouth College. As Executive Director, Jill handles all the administrative duties for Turning Point, from grant writing and budgeting to hiring, training and overseeing staff and CAC processes. Jill is certified in ChildFirst and is a secondary forensic interviewer for the CAC. She has extensive training in Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault advocacy and has provided trainings to community members, volunteers, medical professionals and law enforcement on various topics. Jill is passionate about helping the children and families who present to the CAC for services. She also strives to make our communities a safer place for everyone by creating awareness of abuse through community events and educational presentations. She sits on CACI’s Public Policy Committee to learn about and shape legislation effecting child victims and child abuse and is currently the Coordinator of the Blue Ribbon Task Force of Knox and Warren Counties.

John M. Mabon - Forensic Interviewer & MDT Coordinator

John M. Mabon holds a Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration from Western Illinois University, with minors in History and Graphic Communications. Since earning his degree in 2013, John has worked in various roles focused on community engagement, child welfare, and program coordination. Most recently, he served as a Family and Community Engagement Specialist at the Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies, where he built connections and ensured family voices were central to decisions. Prior to that, John worked as a Child Welfare Caseworker with The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, and as a Teen REACH Coordinator at the Peoria Family YMCA, where he helped youth succeed academically and socially. John has honed skills in program development, community outreach, and team leadership. And holds certifications in CPR, child welfare, and trauma-informed care. He is also a National Geographic Certified Educator and an advocate for social and emotional learning in after-school programs.

Maggie Corlew- Advocate/Case Manager

Maggie has been with Turning Point Child Advocacy Center since 2022 as the Advocate/ Case Manager. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Services from Knox College. Maggie is continuing her education with a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialty in children and adolescents. As an Advocate Maggie meets with families during their visit to provide support. She answers questions and discusses next steps and resources needed. She also advocates for clients with our partner agencies at MDT meetings and with outside agencies. Maggie attends trainings from CACI, NCA, the Attorney General’s Office and others to further her knowledge regarding best practices for the families that she works with at Turning Point. As Case Manager, Maggie updates all the client files. She notifies families of developments in their investigations. She also attends meetings and events in the community to be aware of all services offered in our service area so she can provide guidance and referrals to local services for children and families. Maggie is passionate about helping our clients through the CAC process. She keeps in touch with families through their entire case as a valued resource and compassionate voice of support.