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9/8/2025 12:00:00 AM

Hope Harris

Case Manager, Adult Substance Use Disorders Services

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, there was a scheduling error which caused Hope Harris’ intake slot to be triple booked. Hope had three individuals scheduled for one slot. Hope managed to get all three clients coordinated for services. Hope consistently delivers case management services with a high level of compassion and patience for our clientele. Hope performs job duties in a "go for the gold" manner; goes beyond job duties and shows initiative by doing extra tasks, is especially resourceful and creative when dealing with less-than-ideal circumstances and devises more efficient and effective processes within her job responsibilities and within RBHA in general.

7/1/2025 12:00:00 AM

LeeAnn Evans

Adult Support Coordinator, Developmental Services

LeeAnn exemplifies a “Go for the Gold” mindset through her quick thinking, strong advocacy, and unwavering dedication to those she serves. She consistently goes beyond her job duties – not only to ensure her individuals receive high-quality, person-centered care, but also to support her team, peers, and leadership. LeeAnn regularly steps up to take on additional cases to help cover staffing shortages across the unit. She is resourceful in building strong relationships and community partnerships, ensuring her individuals access the full array of services available under the Developmental Disability Waiver. Her commitment to excellence and teamwork truly reflects the gold standard in service.

4/30/2025 12:00:00 AM

Jennifer Perkinson

REACH Lead Technician

Jennifer consistently goes above and beyond in her role, demonstrating a "go for the gold" attitude in every aspect of her work. She not only fulfills her job duties with excellence but also takes the initiative to support both staff and individuals in meaningful ways. One outstanding example of her dedication occurred when an employee experienced a medical emergency while on shift. Jennifer immediately stepped in, staying with the employee to provide comfort, contacting their emergency contacts, and assisting emergency personnel to ensure the best possible outcome. Her quick thinking and compassionate leadership in this critical moment exemplify her commitment to going beyond her expected duties. Beyond crisis situations, Jennifer continuously fosters a positive work environment by implementing morale-boosting initiatives. She finds creative and cost-effective ways to show appreciation for her team and tries to make staff meetings meaningful and engaging. She sets high expectations for her staff while leading by example, ensuring all documentation and processes are completed accurately and providing ongoing education to enhance their skills. Jennifer extends this same level of care and dedication to the individuals and families we serve.

3/4/2025 12:00:00 AM

Debra Fleshman

RICH Clinic Nurse Practitioner

Debra Fleshman has been a full-time prescriber in the RICH Clinic since 2021. She has helped us in supporting our individuals through COVID, Electronic Health Record transitions, water crises, and snow days. Normally a team of two, Debra has, since December, been acting as the sole Nurse Practitioner in the clinic. She has exhibited an increased level of commitment and dedication to the individuals we serve each day covering ongoing primary care services. Office Based Addiction Treatment services, pharmacy refill requests and scheduling last minute patients.

2/25/2025 12:00:00 AM

Rita Gray

Office Associate II, Administration/General Services

Rita Gray is recognized as Employee of the Month and for her outstanding 51 years of service to RBHA. Rita started her career with the City of Richmond on July 1,1973 and then moved to RBHA, formerly Richmond City Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services, in 1974 holding various positions. In 2006, Rita moved to the front desk/lobby at 5th Street and remained there until October of 2022 when she and the switchboard moved to the Cary St. location. Rita has been the heart and soul of our front desk, providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors. Rita has been an unwavering pillar of excellence for over 50 years. Rita's dedication, professionalism and exceptional communication skills have made a profound impact on our individuals and, her colleagues and organization as a whole. From her ability to connect with our individuals and efficiently guide them to the right solutions, to her proactive approach in resolving issues before they escalate, Rita exemplifies the gold standard in service. Rita's "go for the gold" mindset has set a benchmark for excellence that inspires everyone around her. She's truly an invaluable part of RBH. Rita’s unwavering dedication and commitment to her work, along with her excellence makes her an outstanding candidate for this award. Rita has made a lasting impact on everyone who has had the privilege to work with her.

1/10/2025 12:00:00 AM

Jennifer Jones

Mental Health Support Services Case Manager, Adult Mental Health

Jennifer has proven to be an asset to her team. She is resourceful and prioritizes collaborative care. Jennifer goes above and beyond to advocate for her clients internally and amongst community providers. Jennifer's clients never miss an opportunity to let her supervisor know the help that she is to them and her dedication to their skill development. Jennifer continues to score 95 or higher on monthly chart audits. Jennifer is always willing to assist her team with understanding trainings and suggesting interventions that may be helpful to her peers.

11/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ella Robertson

Adult Transition Home Clinician, Developmental Services/REACH

Ella has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to the program, making her an outstanding candidate for Employee of the Month. With the Adult Transition Home (ATH) currently down two critical positions, Ella has stepped up and gone above and beyond to ensure smooth operations. She consistently arrives early and stays late, making sure all tasks are completed without hesitation or complaint. Her unwavering support extends to both the residents and direct care staff, offering 1:1 education and coaching when needed. Ella’s excellent communication with community providers further strengthens the program, leaving a lasting, positive impact on everyone she encounters. Her proactive approach and tireless efforts exemplify the spirit of teamwork and leadership.

10/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tiffany Cook, LCSW

Clinical Supervisor II, Crisis Stabilization Unit

The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) has been working with a complex client admitted for psychiatric stabilization since July 2024. The intricacies of the client's case management needs left him without a point of contact and the inability to care for himself if discharged from CSU without considerable assistance. Tiffany rallied local, regional, and outside regions to support the client in beginning the process to apply for Medicaid, navigate Department of Social Services, and liaise with community partners to ensure the client can meet all of his basic needs. With an average length of stay at CSU being 5-7 days, this case is exceptionally atypical. Tiffany has modeled the way and maintained momentum for a client who has no one else to advocate on his behalf. Tiffany has also been identified as the CSU's subject matter expert to assist with the development, training, and roll-out of the new Electronic Health Record.

7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Alice Robison, LPN

Nurse, Assertive Community Treatment Team

Alicé is a great team player who is always willing to assist others. She helps keep morale high by telling jokes and she always has a smile on her face. She works well with other providers in the community and maintains strong relationships with the assisted living facilities. Alicé has been a steadfast member of the ACT team for several years. She is compassionate and driven to provide quality services to our individuals. She demonstrates patience and empathy when providing services and goes above and beyond to meet the needs of the individuals and the team.

5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

NORA WOODWARD

Agency Advocate, Quality and Standards

Nora transitioned to the Quality and Standards (Q&S) Division in January 2023 as our agency advocate and hit the ground running. Part of her role is communicating with individuals, staff, and stakeholders regularly for any concerns and complaints. Nora has received complimentary feedback from other divisions for her excellent work in creative problem solving and patience with re-occurring individual complaints. Nora has also initiated updates to our investigation process, to include updates to documents used for clarity and ease of use as well as revamping our quarterly report for the Access Committee. Nora continues to be a valued team member and we are grateful she is part of the Q&S division.

3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

DARA LEWIS

Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Human Resources Department

Best known for her exceptional contributions to increasing employee appreciation initiatives at RBHA. Dara’s “go for the gold” mentality has made her the ideal leader for all agency-wide appreciation initiatives. From her role in leading the agency employee appreciation committee, to the brilliant details she brought to life at our latest all-staff events, including the 2023 Annual Employee Appreciation Event at The Park RVA and 2023 Benefits fair and Block Party, there is no project too big or small for Dara. Dara’s attention to detail and unique ability to problem solve have truly been an asset to our teams. As a respected team player, Dara always jumps in to help without questions and is committed to providing exceptional customer service and her professionalism is only matched by her helpful, honest, and caring spirit. As an aspiring HR professional, Dara is committed to expanding her excellence beyond the workplace and was recently recognized as the 2023 Rising Star for the Richmond Chapter of The Society of Human Resource Management as well as several professional development grants.

2/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

Daphine Woodson, AAS, R-CPRS

Administrative Coordinator, Adult Substance Use Disorders Services

In December 2023, Chelsea Hill had to be shut down due to building issues. Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Outpatient Services had to relocate their services to the 5th street location within another SUD Department. Daphine answered the call for help by securing office and group space as well as parking passes. Daphine had the offices cleaned and outfitted with the basics. She assisted in establishing a workflow for us to escort 10-15 individuals through the building for group and communicated with reception and security to alert them of this change. Frequently, Daphine assists SUD Outpatient Services in ordering various supplies and with submission of receipts for reimbursement. Daphine does all of this outside of her regular work duties with the Adult SUD Unit.

1/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Jenny Kelly, LPC LSATP

Region 4 Hub Manager, Regional Programs

"Thank you for your partnership; I appreciate you wholeheartedly." This is a small sample of the tone Ms. Kelly sets as she delivers outstanding internal and external customer service. In the rapid-paced development of the regional crisis hub, 988 lifeline rollout, mobile crisis response dispatch, and Marcus Alert initiatives, Ms. Kelly has worked to educate herself and others about multi-faceted change, communicate clearly and consistently and be responsive to an abundance of partners. She has demonstrated deep commitment to all partners by establishing many workgroups, check-in meetings, presentations, and other means to inform, train and support all parties. Ms. Kelly committed to becoming a subject matter expert in the Virginia crisis connect data platform, mobile crisis and community stabilization regulations, and provider training expectations. She not only helped develop, message, and drive new processes but rallied the teams with her morale boosting energy!

12/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

Mary Richards

Waiver Resource Specialist, Developmental Services

Mary has served as a dedicated employee to RBH for twelve years. Mary has served as the Waiver Resource Specialist for the division since its creation in January 2017. Her position is both unique and invaluable in that she supports the entire division regarding all things DD waiver, guardianship, housing, and long-term Medicaid. She serves as a liaison with both our external waiver providers as well as DBHDS and DSS to ensure services, supports and benefits for the individuals and families we serve remain intact. Mary also serves as a direct support role for our Support Coordinators (SC) by reviewing and authorizing ALL waiver services authorizations. Mary is extremely dedicated and a strong advocate for both the individuals we serve and her fellow co-workers. Her job and oversight ensures the continuation of the supports and services our individuals need and she takes that job very seriously. Providers and fellow colleagues have praised Mary on multiple occasions about her hard work ethic, friendly disposition and helpful, positive attitude.

10/17/2023 12:00:00 AM

Nikai Carter

Reach Maintenance Worker, Developmental Services

Nikai consistently goes above and beyond in his role by ensuring that the homes under his care meet all the necessary licensure requirements. He conducts thorough monthly inspections to make sure that the facilities are in compliance and adhere to the standards set forth by the organization and regulatory bodies. He displays a swift response to maintenance issues, promptly attending to and resolving them. This dedication contributes to the overall smooth functioning of the facilities and the comfort and safety of the residents. His ability to communicate and coordinate with external partners contributes to the overall operational effectiveness of the program. His ability to work collaboratively and his friendly attitude contributes to the positive work environment. His contributions as a Facility Maintenance Worker for the Regional Education Assessment Crisis Services Habilitation (REACH) program demonstrate his dedication, skills, and commitment to the organization's mission.

9/29/2023 12:00:00 AM

Kenneth Harris

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, Adult Substance Use Disorders Services

Kenneth Harris has worked for a number of years as a peer recovery specialist. Kenneth is assigned to the Alternative Sentencing Project which helps peers who are recently released from incarceration. Kenneth has been overseeing all of the case managers’ clients due to being the only peer on the unit. Kenneth calls all of the clients at least once a month and if there is a problem with the client, he gives information to the case managers. Kenneth is serious about his job, just as he is serious about his recovery. Kenneth will go out of his way to help the clients he serves. Kenneth will talk to the clients even when he is off of work. Kenneth is known to talk to the clients and assist them after hours and on the weekends. Kenneth helps clients get furniture if needed through Caritas. Kenneth also helps clients fill out forms to get their rights restored.

8/8/2023 12:00:00 AM

Sadie Hasenfus

Discharge Case Manager, Adult Mental Health, Crisis Stabilization Unit

Since Sadie was hired as the Crisis Stabilization Unit Discharge Planner, she has increased our communication with referral sources throughout a client's admission. Sadie communicates regularly with Region 4 stakeholders, Managed Care Organizations care coordinators, and is routinely recognized by her peers for her excellent work. She is quick to return phone calls to collaborate with partners and is always eager to assist where she can to create a better treatment experience for clients. Sadie is patient and listens closely to client needs. Sadie has also developed a streamlined discharge document for all clients at discharge that provides exceptional detail and person-centered services for wrap-around services.

12/05/2023 12:00:00 ص

روبينيت ريفز

مدير حالة العائلات المشردة

بدأت روبينيت حياتها المهنية في RBHA منذ ما يقرب من 36 عاما. لقد قدمت الدعم والتعاطف لأجيال من العائلات حرفيا خلال هذا الوقت. في دورها ، تعمل بشكل وثيق مع ملاجئ الطوارئ الشريكة في المجتمع وتربط العائلات التي تعاني من أزمة التشرد بالسكن الدائم. إنها تواجه كل تحد لوجستي بابتسامة وموقف إيجابي وهي قادرة دائما على تحقيق ما تحتاجه. روبينيت هي المنقذة وهي الأكثر استحقاقا لجائزة موظف الشهر.

14/04/2023 12:00:00 ص

بيغي بيج، CPRS

Peer Counselor

Peggy reaches out to patients meeting them where they are and taking the next step to getting them to their scheduled appointments. She makes reminder calls one week before their appointment and then a day before their appointment. If patients miss their scheduled appointment, she calls them to see how RBHA can assist them in making and keeping their next appointment. Peggy is also instrumental in helping patients who do not have a Case manager take the next steps to help with housing assistance and food assistance. Peggy will do what it takes to get the patient the resources they need, including assisting Case Managers in connecting with patients.

15/03/2023 12:00:00 ص

العنبر سبيفي ، LCSW

مدير برنامج العلاج المجتمعي الحازم (ACT) II

هذا الترشيح فريد بشكل خاص من حيث أن فريق Amber بأكمله رشحها لهذه الجائزة. شعر فريق ACT بقوة أنه يجب الثناء على Amber لقيادتها ومثابرتها وشغفها ومبادرتها ومستوى مشاركتها ودعمها. كافحت ACT مع التوظيف على مدار السنوات الثلاث الماضية وخلال هذا الوقت تحملت Amber عددا كبيرا من الحالات ، وقدمت تدخلات يومية ، وعملت في عطلات نهاية الأسبوع والعطلات لتقليل مقدار العبء والضغط على فريقها. تقوم آمبر بذلك بالإضافة إلى واجباتها الإدارية العديدة. لقد دعمت وطورت أحد أكثر فرق ACT وظيفية وصلابة حتى أثناء مواجهة العديد من التحديات والحواجز.

16/11/2022 12:00:00 ص

هيذر نيمان ، RN

ممرضة فريق العلاج المجتمعي الحازم (ACT)

هيذر هي موظفة مثالية في فريق العلاج المجتمعي الحازم (ACT). وقد ساعد تنظيمها واهتمامها بالتفاصيل في تحسين نظام إدارة الأدوية لدينا في الفريق. وهي تساعد في قيادة فريقنا الطبي وتضمن إجراء جميع المختبرات والحقن المناسبة في الوقت المحدد. هيذر مستعدة دائما لمساعدة أعضاء الفريق عندما يكون لديهم أسئلة طبية تتعلق بمستهلكينا. شكرا لك يا هيذر على التزامك.

21/10/2022 12:00:00 ص

مادلين غراي

منسق الجودة والتدريب للخدمات التطويرية

مادلين عضو في قسم الخدمات التنموية (DS) منذ أبريل 2017 وانتقلت مؤخرا إلى منصبها كمنسقة للجودة والتدريب في DS في فبراير 2022. منذ أن تخطو إلى دورها الجديد ، أظهرت أنها مرنة وذات دوافع ذاتية وإضافة إيجابية إلى فريق الجودة DS. وهي عضو في العديد من اللجان الداخلية لتشمل مجلس الإنصاف ولجنة الاحتفال DS وفريق EHR الجديد. وعلى الصعيد الخارجي، فهي ممثلة DS للجنة تنسيق دعم المنطقة الرابعة، وفي لجنة المنطقة الرابعة التابعة ل DD CSB. مادلين مستعدة دائما لدعم ومساعدة زملائها في الفريق.

15/09/2022 12:00:00 ص

أليسون رو ، LCSW

Clinician II الوصول السريع / خدمات العيادات الخارجية

كانت أليسون موظفة متفانية في RBHA منذ ما يقرب من 10 سنوات. أليسون موجهة نحو العمل. تسمح لها كفاءتها ودافعها و "موقفها العام الذي يمكن القيام به" بمواجهة التحديات دون شكوى. إن التزامها تجاه أولئك الذين نخدمهم رائع. وقد قدمت خدمات لبعض الأفراد ذوي الاحتياجات السريرية العالية الخطورة والعالية وأخذت على عاتقها دورها بنعمة وهدف، وتسعى للحصول على التغذية الراجعة والدعم عند الحاجة. يمكن وصف أليسون على أفضل وجه بأنها موثوقة ومرنة ومتسقة وعضو فريق ذو قيمة عالية.

04/08/2022 12:00:00 ص

ياشيما دوغلاس

مساعد فني الصحة السلوكية

يطور ياشيما علاقة ممتازة مع الأفراد في العلاج ولديه علاقات استثنائية مع جميع الموظفين. وهي تضمن الترحيب بالأفراد الذين يدخلون العلاج بشكل مناسب في غرفهم مع البياضات المطلوبة وغيرها من العناصر اللازمة. ياشيما "يذهب للذهب" من خلال مساعدة العملاء في البحث عن عمل وإعداد مقابلات افتراضية. تؤدي وظيفتها بشكل مستقل وتقدم نفسها بشكل احترافي في جميع الأوقات.

24/06/2022 12:00:00 ص

كريستال ديتون

مدير الامتثال للمواهب والموارد البشرية

كريستال هو فرد مشرق وواضح ومنفتح ومبدع ومجتهد. إنها تمتلك الموقف النهائي "يمكن أن تفعل" أثناء القيام بمهام متعددة بطاقة إيجابية وابتسامة. شخصيتها المتفائلة ، وسهولة الوصول إليها ، وأسلوبها المهني الجذاب يمكنها من التفاعل بفعالية مع الموظفين وآفاق التوظيف. من الضروري أيضا ملاحظة أن Crystal متحمسة للغاية لتوظيف "الأفضل من الأفضل".

فريق الشهر

10/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

REACH ADULT CRISIS THERAPEUTIC HOME DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

The Adult Crisis Therapeutic Home (CTH) faced an unexpected challenge when the water temperature could not stay within regulations for more than 1–2 minutes. This required staff and guests to relocate immediately to another home — on a Friday afternoon, no less, when such transitions are especially difficult to coordinate. Thanks to the support of our sister program, the Child CTH, which was unoccupied at the time, our team was able to mobilize quickly and make the best of less-than-ideal circumstances. Within just two hours of learning we had to move, staff had packed, organized, and safely relocated all guests to the Child CTH. What is most impressive is that staff ensured continuity of care throughout the entire process. Therapeutic groups, medication administration, and community outings all proceeded as scheduled, without disruption. The team even accommodated a new admission during this time, continuing our mission of reducing hospitalizations despite the upheaval. Every staff member stepped in without hesitation, showing resilience, teamwork, and dedication.

9/8/2025 12:00:00 AM

Procurement & Region 4 Mobile Crisis RFP Team

This team demonstrated exceptional dedication, professionalism, and teamwork throughout a process that required hundreds of hours from each person to read, review, and score over 200 proposals that were submitted from vendors wishing to deliver mobile crisis and community stabilization services across all Region 4. The work was not only time-intensive but also detailed and often tedious, requiring a high level of concentration, critical thinking, and consistency. For each person, this was work above and beyond their regular duties. Despite challenges, the team maintained a high standard of excellence, ensuring that every proposal was given the thoughtful, thorough, and fair consideration it deserved. Special recognition is also due to the procurement team whose expert guidance and steady support were instrumental in navigating the complexities of the process efficiently and with integrity. Though it is unusual to include non-RBHA partners in a team nomination, it is critical to acknowledge the contributions of the Region 4 partners in this process. These staff and partners are more than deserving of this recognition.

5/12/2025 12:00:00 AM

North Campus Kitchen Team

The entire Kitchen team, with George Palmer being the lead, goes beyond what's required to cook and serve the entire North Campus, Crisis Stabilization Unit and Catering even when short-staffed. The Kitchen team will come in extra early to meet the feeding needs of the clients and George Palmer will pick up Men’s Residential Treatment Center staff when there is bad weather without complaints. The Kitchen team never complains and continues to push forward. They work well together teaching and supporting one another in all tasks. All meals are prepared on time never late and back-up meals are always ready to be provided for clients who may come into or return to treatment late. The Kitchen team makes sure that the Kitchen is always neat and clean without problems. The Kitchen team earned "Employee of the Month" with the Men’s Residential Treatment Center (MRTC).

4/8/2025 12:00:00 AM

Hospital Community Liaison Team

The Hospital Community Liaison team is consistently under pressure to assist clients in discharging from the state facilities as fast as possible due to the bed crisis that the state psychiatric facilities are experiencing. Despite often operating with limited resources, especially as it relates to housing, and facing challenging situations, the team frequently adapts, finds solutions and delivers exceptional care to their clients and makes sure that they are being set up for success in the community. The team is able to stay calm under pressure and think outside the box to find practical solutions. Their commitment of delivering quality services, even when experiencing challenges, is worthy of recognition.

3/31/2025 12:00:00 AM

Community Response and Community Focus Teams

To efficiently connect individuals to the most appropriate care and reduce cycles of crises, the Community Response (CRT) and Community Focus Team (CFT) continually strategize new ways to partner with each other, other departments within RBHA (e.g., Emergency Services, CReST/REACH), Region 4 crisis services (e.g., Crisis Stabilization Unit, Crisis Receiving Center), and organizations outside of RBHA (e.g., Health Brigade, Daily Planet). In doing so, the CRT and CFT demonstrate their dedication to effective referral and collaboration processes. RBHA partners with Richmond Police Department and Richmond 911 to ensure that the mental health-related 911 calls are getting the most appropriate response with the least intensive intervention. Leadership of CRT/CFT can confidently rely on the clinical and public safety knowledge, perception, and analyses from the CRT/CFT members when making key process and operations decisions.

Staff who worked on-site during the City's Water Crisis

3/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

We would like to recognize our amazing employees who went above and beyond under adverse conditions during the City's Water Crisis. These employees - 165 - continued working on site despite lack of running water, functioning toilets, showers, and, in some cases, heat. All to make sure that the people we serve could continue to receive the services they need. We thank you.

10/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Outpatient Services Team

This team quietly works across programs to help our individuals navigate the twists and turns of recovery. They help individuals carry messy, heavy trauma and all of the feelings that come with it. They manage intense groups with participants who are often emotionally stunted and avoidant. They are often on the receiving end of someone’s displaced anger. Our individuals’ burdens are heavy, but this team perseveres day in and day out trying to creatively engage them in managing their own recovery. This is pretty incredible considering they have maintained a 65% show rate for Outpatient Therapy over the past 3 years (consider the population) and increased participation in Intensive Outpatient Services by 19% in the last year. Since May, we have had a new Admin start who is revolutionizing the office with organization, color and support services. The SUD Outpatient Services team is supportive of one another, creative and a pure joy to supervise.

9/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

Richmond Integrated Community Health (RICH) Clinic Team

During the past several months, this team dedicated significant time and effort to holding a celebratory recognition of the RICH Clinic's 10 years of service. Over the course of several months, which culminated in 2 events in July 2024, the team created unique ways in which to educate the individuals we serve, our staff as well as our community partners on the important services delivered by the RICH primary care clinic and combined office-based addiction treatment and care coordination services. Through funding primarily received from a RBH Foundation mini-grant, this team was able to provide educational activities related to healthy living, raffle prizes, health-related giveaways, family-focused goody bags, and the opportunity for clinic staff to spend time with clients outside of the exam room. Activities promoted wellness for our clients including blood pressure checks, harm reduction tools, Narcan education, and recipes and shopping lists for healthy eating on a budget. Also, ways of self-care, chair exercises and a mediation demonstration.

4/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

Outpatient School Based Team-Access, Resilience, and Connection

It is a pleasure to nominate the Outpatient School Based Team for their exceptional service in the Intake, Assessment, and Outpatient Psychotherapy department with our partner Richmond Public Schools. Earlier this year, they identified a new vision for their work: Access, Resilience, and Connection, naming themselves ARC. Since then, they have been transforming challenges into opportunities to serve Richmond's schoolchildren with unparalleled dedication and creativity. Despite limited spaces and budgets, they've creatively adapted, holding sessions in classrooms and closets and personally funding resources like dollhouses and soft furnishings to create welcoming spaces for therapy. They have taken initiative to create a successful approach with new staff to ensure our relationships with RPS are strong and children receive the highest quality services by designing their own best practices training manual and dedicating personal time to professional development.

3/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Marshall Center Team

Marshall Center staff have truly embodied the notion of being team players and teamwork over the last year. Like in many of our programs, the Marshall Center experienced staff shortages, to include two very critical positions, a van driver and our program cook. During this long period of shortage, staff members volunteered daily to drive vans and pick up our members for programming, sometimes even having to drive two routes in the mornings and afternoons. Staff also took turns preparing and serving breakfast and lunch each day. All these extra duties were in addition to the regular duties facilitating unit meetings and groups, monitoring members, and completing clinical documentation.

1/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mental Health Staff Appreciation Committee

The mental health appreciation committee has revived itself "post" COVID, specifically after the division's return to in person office work. New and existing members collaborate to bring joy, gratitude and creative ideas to the division. They meet consistently to keep celebrations on the calendar at a regular frequency. They hare inclusive of all programs and think of ways to celebrate staff for off-site and on-site programs. They have fresh ideas, outside of the normal "treat cart" that we dearly love and appreciate. They are bringing people together socially to help unite the division in group events, but also going a step further by choosing to consider the general well-being and morale of employees. For example, they hosted a series of self-care events, which included meditation, creating personalized "self-care kits" and sensory candles. This committee serves as a hidden leader for the division. Though we all benefit from their efforts, they are without a doubt positively impacting our culture.

12/31/2023 12:00:00 AM

Executive Committee of the Senior Leadership Team

In early 2020, the Executive Leadership team endorsed the creation of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The purpose of the SLT is to lead the operations of RBHA identifying and solving problems, collaborating across Divisions and teams, influencing positive change, driving implementation of key initiatives, and strengthening communication throughout the organization. Circe, Crystal, and Kim decided that to empower the SLT there needed to be an executive committee to lead the SLT towards realizing their purpose. The executive committee consisted of a chair, vice chair and a communications chair. After no other members volunteered to take on these positions, Circe agreed to be the chair, Crystal the vice chair and Kim the communication chair. The terms are 1 year from July to June. All three of them are serving a second term. Circe, Crystal & Kim believed in the purpose of the SLT and stepped up providing exceptional leadership empowering the team to work together to improve operations.

10/17/2023 12:00:00 AM

Early Intervention/Part C, Developmental Services

Over the past year, the Early Intervention team has developed and implemented an ongoing community-based play group for toddlers and their caregivers in the City of Richmond that supports social communication and learning. The ITC of Richmond supports the development of children, birth to three, primarily in an individualized setting with few opportunities to consistently practice language and social skills within the context of peer interactions outside of those made with siblings and other household members. Young children in the City of Richmond with developmental differences are often left out of community-based activities because of their need for therapeutic support to engage fully and appropriately with their peers and because of the family’s inability to pay for such activities. Parents of EI eligible children often voice concerns of isolation, finding it difficult to connect with other parents of young children experiencing similar developmental delays. A play group was established with these children centered as the target group enabling their parents to find and establish a community of parents with similar challenges helping them to find solutions and access available resources together.

10/6/2023 12:00:00 AM

Region 4 Regional Education Assessment Crisis Services Habilitation (REACH) Residential Nurses in Developmental Services

These Registered Nurses work for the REACH program's residential sites. This team of nurses has demonstrated initiative that went beyond expectations, benefiting both the Region 4 REACH program and RBHA. A youth diagnosed with Autism as well as with medical support needs, was referred to the Child-Crisis Therapeutic Home for a crisis stabilization admission. This youth presents with high behavioral needs but what has complicated his ability to receive care is the fact that he also requires straight catheterization twice daily. The Crisis Therapeutic Homes do not have round the clock nursing, however in an effort to be able to offer these services to this youth and his family (and to prevent his psychiatric hospitalization) our nurses pulled together to provide this medical care throughout his 8-day CCTH stay. He was successfully discharged back to his family home. This was a huge feat as we have thus far been the only program site in the Commonwealth that has been able to accommodate this specific need.

8/8/2023 12:00:00 AM

Substance Use Disorders - North Campus Leadership Team

This leadership team has defied every odd and obstacle thrown at them over the last 3 years to keep the programs open and running. Often, they have worked shifts, including overnights due to ongoing staff shortages. They have facilitated groups and intervened in crises while continuing to work on managing census and intakes/discharges. This team does it all and their efforts symbolize their dedication to the difficult population they serve and to RBHA as an agency. Words don't do justice to everything these individuals have done to continue residential programming.

01/03/2023 12:00:00 ص

فريق التدريب الإقليمي المتنقل للاستجابة للأزمات

في إطار الجهود المبذولة لدعم توسيع سلسلة الأزمات ، اجتمع موظفو RBHA ضمن مختلف البرامج الإقليمية لتشكيل فريق فريد من المدربين للتدريب على الاستجابة للأزمات المتنقلة. أكمل جميع المدربين أنفسهم منهج الاستجابة للأزمات المتنقلة (MCR) التابع لإدارة الصحة السلوكية والخدمات التنموية (DBHDS'). عند الانتهاء ، طور هذا الفريق خطة تدريب إقليمية لتقديم هذا التدريب الإلزامي لكل من مجلس خدمات المجتمع (CSB) وموظفي مقدمي الخدمات الخاصة المرخص لهم بتقديم أزمات متنقلة في المجتمع. وحتى الآن، تم تقديم 12 مجموعة تدريبية، بلغ مجموعها 429 ساعة تدريبية. وقد أكمل ما مجموعه 212 موظفا التدريب بنجاح. لقد أظهر هذا الفريق تفانيا هائلا في دعم هذه المبادرة وتعاون حقا بشكل فعال مع بعضهم البعض. جميعهم من أقسام مختلفة داخل RBHA ، لكنهم اجتمعوا معا دون عناء ، ومثلوا كلا من RBHA والبرامج الإقليمية بأعلى مستوى من الاحتراف.

10/01/2023 12:00:00 ص

شركاء الدعم - أثناء الوباء

خلال الوباء ، أصبح إريك وبيث وبيفرلي جزءا من عائلة وحدة الخدمات الطبية. عمل الثلاثة بشكل جيد مع وحدة الخدمات الطبية من خلال التأكد من أن الأفراد يرتدون أقنعةهم ، والتحقق من المواعيد المجدولة ، وإذا أبلغ الأفراد عن أي مخاوف طبية أثناء فحص COVID ، فقد سارعوا إلى تنبيه مدير الممارسة / مدير البرنامج والممرضات الطبيات النفسيات. لم يكن بإمكان فريق الخدمات الطبية إكمال روتيننا اليومي دون مساعدتهم خلال ذلك الوقت العصيب ، ولهذا سنكون دائما ممتنين لهم.

10/01/2023 12:00:00 ص

مشاريع المساعدة في الانتقال من التشرد (PATH) فريق التوعية

عندما تم إرسال غالبية موظفي RBHA إلى منازلهم للعمل عن بعد في مارس من عام 2020 ، كان هناك عدد قليل من البرامج ، بما في ذلك فريق التوعية PATH التابع ل RBHA ، الذين طلب منهم زيادة عملهم في المجتمع. أدرك مركز السيطرة على الأمراض في البداية أن أولئك الذين يعانون من التشرد كانوا أكثر عرضة للإصابة بفيروس Covid-19 والموت. قام فريق التوعية التابع ل RBHA ، بالتعاون مع مقدمي خدمات المشردين الآخرين في المجتمع ، بالتعبئة والالتزام في مارس من عام 2020 ، والذي استمر حتى يومنا هذا ، للحد من الآثار السلبية للتشرد.

04/08/2022 12:00:00 ص

فريق المساعد الطبي المعتمد من عيادة ريتش

أثبتت كل من راشينا ولاتويا وساندي أنها أصول لا تصدق لفريق عيادة ريتش. لقد بنوا علاقة ممتازة مع عملائنا وزملائنا في العمل وساهموا في نمو خدمات العيادة خلال فترة وجودهم هنا. الثلاثة يعملون بجد وعلى استعداد للمساعدة حيثما أمكن ذلك. وقد بقي كل منهم في وقت متأخر للمساعدة في العيادة أو رؤية عميل تأخر في عدة مناسبات ، دون أن يطلب منه ذلك. انضموا جميعا إلى العيادة خلال فترة شهدت الكثير من التغييرات (عمليات COVID ، ونقل المباني في مرحلة ما ، وفتح مساحة العيادة الجديدة) وأخذوها في خطوة وضمنوا حصول عملائنا على أفضل رعاية ممكنة. نشكركم.

24/06/2022 12:00:00 ص

فريق العلاج المجتمعي الحازم (ACT)

واصل فريق ACT تقديم خدمات استثنائية وجها لوجه خلال فترة الوباء بأكملها. إنها تجسد العمل الجماعي والإبداع للمشاركة والمساعدة في تلبية احتياجات أولئك الذين نخدمهم. يظهر الفريق المرونة والالتزام والعمل الجاد والتعاون والموثوقية والتعاطف مع توفير عمل مجتمعي مكثف عالي الجودة لأولئك الذين يعانون من مرض عقلي خطير. في الصورة من اليسار إلى اليمين: الصف الأمامي - جيسيكا ويتون ، أخصائية معتمدة في استرداد الأقران ؛ الدكتور شين كاريلو، طبيب؛ كريستي والتال، مساعدة إدارية؛ أليسي روبنسون، ممرضة عملية مرخصة. الصف الخلفي - جيفري سياك ، مدير الحالة (CM) ؛ ماغي ساغان ، CM ؛ دونا ماكنتوش ، CM; دارجان ويستري ، طبيبة; كالفين أندرسون ، CM ؛ هيذر نيمان ، الممرضة الرئيسية ؛ لوسي شابيرو ، طبيبة. أمبر سبيفي، مشرفة البرنامج.

أضواء على الموظفين

5/19/2025 12:00:00 AM |

Faith Preston, LPC

Clinician II - Women's Residential Treatment Center

Originally from Atlanta, Faith began her career at RBHA in 2024 as a Clinician I in our Women’s Residential Treatment Center (WRTC). “I am passionate about sharing knowledge and wisdom to all my clients, so their mental health is clarified to live better in their environments.” Faith continues her work at WRTC and looks forward to furthering and being a part of RBHA’s mission, impact, and efforts to be #fearless in our community work. Thank you, Faith, and congratulations on earning your license as a professional counselor!

2/18/2025 12:00:00 AM |

Awtum Johnson, LCSW

Clinician I - Therapeutic Day Treatment

Congrats to Awtum for her achievement in becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Awtum started at RBHA in 2021 as a Support Coordinator in Developmental Services before transitioning to a Clinician position in our school-based Therapeutic Day Treatment Program in 2022. Her pursuit of excellence isn’t over yet – Awtum is currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky pursuing a Doctorate in Social Work. Continue to soar high Awtum!

2/17/2025 12:00:00 AM |

Naomi Brewington, LPC

Care Coordinator II - Women's Residential Treatment Center

Congratulations, Naomi, for earning your credentials as a Licensed Professional Counselor! Naomi completed her internship at RBHA in 2022 and officially joined the team at the Women’s Residential Treatment Center (WRTC) in October 2023. “I chose this field because I am passionate about making a positive impact in my clients' lives. Many people come to me during some of their most challenging moments, and my goal is to ensure they feel supported and never alone. A quote that deeply resonates with me—and one that I strive to embody every day—is, 'Be the change you want to see in the world.' Through my work, I am committed to doing just that.” We’re glad you’re here, Naomi, and congratulations on this tremendous achievement.

7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM |

Taylor Shea, LCSW

Clinician I, Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Services

Congratulations to our newest Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Taylor Shea! Taylor has been with RBHA as a clinician in the Substance Use Division since September 2021. She started her career here in the HOPE program at North Campus and transitioned to the Substance Use Outpatient team in fall of 2023. Taylor is passionate about making mental health and substance use services effective and available to all. In the future, she hopes to work in program development as well as teaching and supervising the next generation of helpers. We are lucky to have you as part of our team, Taylor! #fearless #LCSW

7/17/2024 12:00:00 AM |

Dara Lewis, SHRM-CP

Lead Talent Acquisition & HR Compliance Coordinator

Congratulations to Dara Lewis for completing the requirements to earn her designation as a Society for Human Resources Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP). In addition to this new certification, Dara begins her new position this week as Lead Talent Acquisition & HR Compliance Coordinator. Congrats, Dara!

5/17/2024 12:00:00 AM |

Chaniqua Jones, LCSW

Rapid Access School Based Clinician II

Chaniqua was recognized with the Outstanding New Field Instructor Award at the VCU 2024 Community Partners Awards Ceremony on May 15th. Chaniqua joined Richmond Behavioral Health as her first ever job in 2019, and since has consistently demonstrated a commitment to learning, professional development, and the students she serves. This year she took on her first field placement student and embraced the challenge with a genuine desire to impart knowledge and provide hands-on experience. Her motivation stemmed from her own gratitude for those who have supported her growth journey in her internship and here at Richmond Behavioral Health. It has been an exciting year for Chaniqua, obtaining her LCSW, TFCBT certification and being recognized for her excellent field instruction. She has already requested an intern for fall 2024 and we thank her for her commitment to the future of behavioral health.

2/15/2024 12:00:00 AM |

Dr. Elethia "Lee" Moore

Registered Nurse - Region 4 REACH Programs

Congratulations to Dr. Elethia “Lee” Moore for recently earning her doctoral degree in Nursing AND earning her credentials as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. These are outstanding achievements, and we are fortunate to call her a colleague. Her full title didn’t fit in the headline: Dr. Elethia Moore, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN, PMHNP-BC, QMHP, QDDP – goodness!

12/06/2023 12:00:00 ص |

أندرو إثيردج

مشرف جودة بيانات الرعاية الصحية

تم تكريم أندرو مؤخرا من قبل United Way of Greater Richmond و Petersburg خلال جوائز "خطواتنا نحو النجاح". أندرو هو الفائز بجائزة Community Impact: Individual لعمله مع مراهقي ريتشموند في توفير التدريب على مهارات الاستعداد الوظيفي. تمنح هذه الجائزة لشخص يشارك التزام United Way بتحويل الحياة في المجتمع. تهانينا أندرو! نشكرك على خدمتك لمنظمتنا ومجتمعنا!

27/04/2023 12:00:00 ص |

جيليان أولسون ، LCSW

منسق الرعاية ، أوبات ، عيادة ريتش

تهانينا لأحدث أخصائية اجتماعية سريرية مرخصة لدينا ، جيليان أولسون! تعمل جيليان كمنسقة رعاية في برنامج علاج الإدمان المكتبي (OBAT) التابع ل RBHA - وهي خدمة مقدمة من خلال عيادة RBHA RICH. يتطلب الأمر الكثير من الصعب الوصول إلى LCSW. مبروك ، جيليان!

27/04/2023 12:00:00 ص |

كاتي تشلان ، LCSW

مدير البرنامج الثالث ، الصحة العقلية للبالغين

منحت خدمات دعم الصحة العقلية في مقاطعة تشيسترفيلد مؤخرا كاتي تشلان من RBHA جائزة شراكة الخدمة في عشاء التقدير السنوي لعام 2023. مبروك كاتي! إنه لشرف دائم أن يتم تكريم أحد موظفينا لمساهماته في المجتمع.

11/01/2023 12:00:00 ص |

شينا غارنر ، SHRM-CP

مدير الإدارة والمزايا والأسهم

تهانينا لشينا على إكمال المتطلبات واجتياز الاختبار لجمعية إدارة الموارد البشرية كمحترفة معتمدة (SHRM-CP).

23/09/2022 12:00:00 ص |

هولي شراينر ، LPC

طبيب تقييم، جدول أعمال الصحة النفسية

تهانينا لأحدث مستشار مهني مرخص لدينا! هولي هي أخصائية التقييم السريري لجدول أعمال الصحة العقلية منذ أغسطس 2021. إنها مدروسة وواعية ومحسوبة في نهجها تجاه دورها. ونحن فخورون بعملها الشاق وهذا الإنجاز الهائل.

22/09/2022 12:00:00 ص |

شانون ريفيرا، CPRS

برامج اضطراب تعاطي النساء للمواد المخدرة

أصبحت CPRS لأن شخصا ما رأى شيئا في داخلي لم أره في. الهدف هو رد الجميل لما أعطي لي بحرية. تاريخ الرصانة: 2/06/2004

19/09/2022 12:00:00 ص |

بيغي بيج، CPRS

عيادة ريتش

أنا شخص في مرحلة التعافي مع اضطراب الصحة العقلية وتعاطي المخدرات. لقد أصبحت CPRS لأن لدي العديد من التجارب الحية التي أشاركها مع الأفراد لمساعدتهم على التنقل عبر بعض تحدياتهم الشخصية مع توفير دعم الأقران في عملية التعافي!

16/09/2022 12:00:00 ص |

كارلا هيث ، R-CPRS

المنسق الإقليمي الرئيسي لأخصائي تعافي الأقران

أعمل في RBHA كمنسق إقليمي رائد لأخصائي تعافي الأقران. أصبح عمل أخصائي الأقران شغفي بسبب الفرق الذي أحدثه في حياتي. دعم الأقران والدخول في هذا المجال أعطى حياتي معنى وهدفا في وقت شعرت فيه أنني عالقة. لقد كنت أعمل في RBHA منذ ما يقرب من 8 سنوات وكنت في مرحلة التعافي من تحديات الصحة العقلية لمدة 18 عاما. #recoverymonth #celebraterecovery

04/08/2022 12:00:00 ص |

آشلي ميكل ، LCSW

منسق الرعاية

تهانينا لآشلي - أحدث أخصائي اجتماعي سريري مرخص لدينا. عملت آشلي في RBHA لمدة 6 سنوات وتعمل حاليا في RBHA North Campus كمنسقة رعاية في مركز العلاج السكني للرجال. مجد ، آشلي ، على إنجازك.

23/06/2022 12:00:00 ص |

ويتني سيدنور ، LCSW

منسق الرعاية المعززة

اجتازت ويتني امتحان LCSW هذا الشهر وهي رسميا أخصائية اجتماعية سريرية مرخصة. تعمل ويتني في RBHA منذ 6 سنوات. بدأت حياتها المهنية في RBHA كمتدربة في MSW وأصبحت تعمل كمديرة حالة الصحة العقلية للبالغين في عام 2016. ومنذ ذلك الحين، انتقلت إلى دورها الحالي كمنسقة رعاية معززة (ECC). تهانينا ويتنى.

06/06/2022 12:00:00 ص |

فريق قيادة الصحة النفسية للأطفال

في بعض الأحيان يرتدي أبطالنا الخارقون الرؤوس. شكرا للقادة الشجعان في قسم الصحة العقلية للأطفال في RBHA.

التقاعد

4 نوفمبر، 1991 - 30 ديسمبر، 2022

لورا مينيك

منسق شؤون العملاء والأسرة

بدأت لورا في RBHA في عام 1991 كعضو في فريق الجوال (ACT). بينما عملت في مناصب مختلفة ، كانت معظم سنواتها في RBHA في منصب منسق شؤون العملاء والأسرة. تشتهر لورا بصبرها وسلوكها الهادئ ، ودائما ما تستغرق وقتا للاستماع أو تقديم الدعم أو الاحتفاظ بمساحة لمن يحتاجون إليها. إنها لطيفة ومجتهدة وكريمة. لقد وضعت لورا باستمرار احتياجات وحقوق أفرادنا في المقام الأول ، ولهذا سنكون دائما ممتنين. شكرا لك على سنوات خدمتك العديدة!

أبريل 15, 1985 - يونيو 30, 2022

تخطي كامينغز

مدير خدمات الطوارئ

37 سنة. ياه. خدمت Skip مجتمعنا كمدير لخدمات الطوارئ في RBHA لسنوات تلو الأخرى. إنه سيد التفاصيل وحافظ تاريخ الوكالة - كل ذلك في حين أنه نموذج للتفاني والرعاية والتعاطف. عدد الأرواح التي أثر فيها على مر السنين لا يعد ولا يحصى. نتمنى تخطي تقاعد بهيج ومريح ومرض. لقد استحق ذلك.

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