Updated 1-27-09

The Department of Mental Health is governed by the members of the S.C. Mental Health Commission, who are appointed for five-year terms by the Governor, with advice and consent of the State Senate.  The Commission has jurisdiction over the operations of the Department of Mental Health.

Alison Y. Evans, Psy.D. , Chair

Dr. Evans is a licensed professional counselor. She received her bachelor's degree from Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, her master's degree from Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, and her doctor of psychology degree from California Coast University. She has been a member of the Mental Health Association of South Carolina since 1994, and was chairman of the Board. She is also a member of the Mental Health Association of Darlington County, serving since 1986. She is a member of numerous organizations and has received many distinguished service awards. She and her husband, Dr. Kenneth Evans, live in Hartsville, SC.

Jane B. Jones

Ms. Jones received her bachelor's degree from Winthrop University. She has served on the Board of Trustees and the Council of Ministries at Bethesda United Methodist Church. She and her husband, Charles, live in Easley, SC.

Joan Moore, Vice Chair

Ms. Moore received her continuing education certificate from Trident Technical College in Charleston. She is a member of numerous civic and service organizations, having served as president for the Berkeley County Republican Women. She and her husband, B.W., live in Goose Creek, SC.

Everard Rutledge, Ph.D.

Dr. Rutledge, the former vice president of Bon Secours Health System, has held key leadership positions since the beginning of his health care management career in 1972. He helped pioneer the first community care provider model in the Midwest and the development and building of the Urban Medical Institute in Baltimore, as well as overseeing the integration of the Liberty Health System with the Bon Secours Baltimore Health Corporation. He received his bachelor’s of science degree from Florida A&M University, his master’s degree from the University of Minnesota, and his doctorate from La Salle University.

James B. Terry

Mr. Terry is a retired banking executive, with extensive experience in the management and leadership of a commercial banking operation.  He received his bachelor’s degree in economics and psychology from Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC.  He serves on numerous boards and commissions throughout South Carolina.