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Awarding Excellence at Annual Employee Appreciation Celebration

Administr - 1
Tuesday, October 01, 2024

The ODMHSAS Employee Appreciation Celebration is an annual event held to recognize the fantastic contributions of our staff across the state. EAC is a way for the agency as a whole to express its deep gratitude for all the amazing ways our employees impact Oklahomans. Below you will find each award, the finalists, and a short description of how their work has been elevated this year.

EAC Administrative Professional

This award honors an individual whose tireless efforts and commitment ensure excellence in support of the agency’s mission and success within their own respective programs. Below are the finalists for the Administrative Professional Award:

Congratulations to Jamie Marsh for winning the Administrative Professional Award!

EAC Breakthrough Innovation

This award is presented to an outstanding group of employees having a significant role in the implementation and effective delivery of a highly innovative idea, program or sustainable systems change initiative. Below are the finalists for the Breakthrough Innovation Award:

Congratulations to The CACMHC Children's Team for winning the Breakthrough Innovation Award!

EAC Central Office Synergy

This award stands for teamwork and innovative efforts. These team members are able to work together to break down silos and foster a spirit of team work to accomplish their goals. Below are the finalists for the Central Office Synergy Award:

Congratulations to The Managed Care Team for winning the Central Office Synergy Award!

EAC Customer Service Direct Care

This award is given to an individual or group of employees working in the direct care setting that provide exceptional customer service to internal or external clients. Below are the finalists for the Direct Care Customer Service Award:

Congratulations to David Mon Louis for winning the Direct Care Customer Service Award!

EAC Customer Service Support Staff

This award is presented to an individual or team in a support or administrative role for delivering outstanding customer service, whether to internal or external clients. Below are the finalists for the Support Staff Customer Service Award:

Congratulations to Hunter Scott for winning the Support Staff Customer Service Award!

EAC Excellence in Wellness

This award honors an employee who embraces the journey of self-awareness and making positive, healthy choices. Below are the finalists for the Excellence in Wellness Award:

Congratulations to Lindsey Piepenbrok for winning the Excellence in Wellness Award!

EAC Quality Enhancement

Innovation is the key to succeeding in our ever-changing world, and it is through innovation that this agency has been able to expand its services. This award is presented to those who are committed to encouraging collaboration and making modernization a core value. Below are the finalists for the Quality Enhancement Award:

Congratulations to The "Code Blue Bags" Team for winning the Quality Enhancement Award!

EAC Recovery Role Model

This award is all about highlighting someone who excels at being a role model for recovery. They show what it means to lead the way with understanding, respect, and empowerment, inspiring positive change by sharing their own unique journey toward overall well-being. Below are the finalists for the Recovery Role Model Award:

Congratulations to Jeremy Payne for winning the Recovery Role Model Award!

EAC Commissioner's Award for Excellence

This prestigious award honors an employee that embodies innovation, customer service, commitment to prevention and recovery, and qualities that exemplify our ICARE values and contribute to the mission of ODMHSAS. Below are the finalists for the Commissioner's Award for Excellence:

Congratulations to Dwayne Moore for winning the Commissioner's Award for Excellence!

EAC Facility of the Year

This award is presented to an ODMHSAS facility that consistently demonstrates its commitment to the agency’s mission by providing exceptional service to consumers, performance improvement, stigma-reduction measures in the community, and employee satisfaction. Below are the finalists for the Facility of the Year Award:

Congratulations to OCCIC & OCRU for winning the Facility of the Year Award!

Congratulations to OCCIC & OCRU for winning the Facility of the Year Award!

EAC Employees of the Year

This prestigious award recognizes individuals from each facility and Central Office, highlighting their commitment and exceptional performance in upholding our mission to excellence. Below are the ODMHSAS Employees of the Year: