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BHCNC NEWS
Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County Newsletter
Go Green!
Diane Lowrance
Chief Executive Officer
May is National Mental Health
Awareness Month.
Nueces County Commissioners issued a proclamation
recognizing May 3-9, 2015 as National Children’s Mental
Health Awareness Week. Representatives from BHCNC
Youth Services were recognized for the work they do for
the community. On May 12, 2015 Corpus Christi Mayor,
Nelda Martinez, also issued a proclamation in observance of this special week raising awareness about
mental health and our youth.
Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Day Habilitation Center on 1602 Tenth Street
Employee
Outstanding Employees of the Year
Above And Beyond
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Recognition
February, 25th, 2015
With an great turnout, dozens of employees were recognized for their outstanding and steadfast service at the annual employee recognition luncheon. The work done by them, and the
entire BHCNC staff, was noted by not only the Board Members, but also City Leaders, the
State Legislature, and the United States Congress through official proclamation and certificates of special recognition. Their service highlights the vital and outstanding work all the
hardworking staff does on a daily basis!
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GOOD-BYE TO A FRIEND: We celebrated a bitter-sweet
moment when we bid Janie Gonzalez “good-bye.” Janie served
with us for 20 years, and is off to enjoy her well deserved
retirement. Her friendship and Employee Benefits expertise will be
missed.
Employee
Benefits
Lisa Molina
Employee Benefits Clerk
Lisa Molina has
taken over as the
Employee Benefits
clerk in Human
Resources. With 4
years of experience at BHCNC,
she is taking on
this new challenge
with determination
and enthusiasm.
With her proven
track record and
positive attitude,
she will add to the
synergy of an already outstanding
department. On
assuming the new
position, Lisa said
“I like to help employees and show
them the benefits
of working at our
Center.”
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Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities.
Yvonne Acuna
Program Supervisor l
A familiar face got
promoted to the Unit
Supervisor l position
for Texas Home living
Services within the
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Unit.
Yvonne Acuna was
has been with the
Center since 1985.
She brings a wealth
of experience from
her past positions and
as Direct Support
Professional lll
working with the
Foster Care Companion Program.
New Face in HR
Daniella
Gonzalez is
the new
Human
Resources
Clerk. In an
example of
promoting
personal
and
Daniella Gonzalez
profesHR Clerk
sional
growth, Daniella transferred from
the Brownlee Square facility to fill
her new position. A native Texan,
Daniella joined the BHCNC team
in April, 2014. She wants everyone to know “I am looking forward to supporting the staff as
well as interfacing with new
applicants.”
Center Promotions:
Congratulations on a job well done and a
well deserved promotion:
Jordan McDonald, Program Supervisor ll Waiver Services
Ana Salazar, LPC-l
Yvonne Acuna, Program Supervisor l
Carmen Salazar de los Reyes, Medical Technician lll
Valerie, Hernandez, Administrative Assistant l
Lisa Molina, Human Resources Assistant
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Maricela Torres is not only a valued member of Day
Habilitation Services she is a professional singer. With
her sister, she is part of Grupo Bezzo. In their 6 years,
the ensemble has received a nomination at the Tejano Music Awards
for their album’s title song Dimé. They
also had a hit single Mi Querido Amor which
topped the charts for 6 weeks. Her singing career
started one night when she tried Karaoke at a local
pub, right here in Corpus Christi. We were treated
to her talents at the Employee Recognition Celebration in February.
Accounting/Management Information Systems Luncheon at Café Maya
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Center employees wore blue in recognition of Autism Awareness Week March 27-April 02, 2015
Practicing our knowledge of
our Center and it’s policies
while making it fun.
The Behavioral Health Center underwent a
rigorous unannounced visit from The Joint
Commission Surveyors during the month of
March.
We are happy to announce that the Center
received the
Golden Seal of Approval ® in compliance
with the Behavioral Health Accreditation
program.
The Joint Commission Survey determines
the quality and safety of care being provided by center.
Thank you for all you do to make us a
Center of excellence!
Welcome Aboard!
New Hires...
Ignacio Trevino
January: Cynthia A; Connie C; Shannon
S; Michelle I; Lynne P; Na Gou B; Gilbert G; Caitlin W
February: Deanna G; Jill B; Amber M;
Roberto R; Jessica A; April T; Alexander
P; Laurel K; Andrea K; Lisa V
March: Sherry Z; Arthur R
Human Resources Director
Human Resources
is always seeking
qualified individuals
to fill our vacant job
positions. We encourage employees
to apply for promotions and refer
friends.
Get Involved:
Is there something you would like to see
in our newsletter? Do you have pictures
from a BHCNC event? Send them my way.
MMelton@bhcnc.org
Mary Melton
Community Relations
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HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Memorial Day—Monday, May 25, 2015
Independence Day—Friday, July 3, 2015 (July 4th is on a Saturday)
May 09, 2015 Employee Appreciation Picnic
Save the Date:
South Texas Family Support Conference—May 26th,
27th & 28th, 2015
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
April
Laura P. 1st
Miranda C. 2nd
George W. 2nd
Samantha K.3rd
Elenita C. 5th
Arthur R. 6th
Caitlin W. 6th
Debra A. 7th
Jessica A. 7th
Florence S. 9th
Daria C. 11th
Sergio G. 12th
Linda F. 13th
Christina C. 17th
Lisa A.
19th
Alicia S. 19th
Misti L.
20th
Cenaida S. 23rd
Jill B. 24th
Ronnie M. 28th
MAY
Valeria R. 1st
Arturo D. 2nd
Laura R. 3rd
Delia C. 4th
Lindsey L. 5th
Abigail M. 6th
Paula B.F. 9th
Megan B. 9th
Esmeralda L 13th
Yolanda G. 16th
Emily S. 18th
Michelle L.19th
Joshua M. 19th
Karen S. 19th
Debbie S. 21st
Hector B. 22nd
Taffanie H. 23rd
Linda L. 23rd
Maria S. 23rd
Joe M.
27th
June
Phillip S. 1st
Daniella G. 2nd
Dakota M. 8th
Irma P.
9th
Diana G. 10th
Joanna O. 10th
Rocco F. 11th
Jessica A. 12th
Paula P. 15th
Fiona H. 18th
Isabel O. 19th
Cassandra M 24th
Barbara C. 25th
Gregory R. 27th
Hector R. 27th
Christina H. 28th
Miguel G. 29th
Melissa A. 30th
Do you Need a Speaker for a special event?
In an effort to expand community awareness and encourage local involvement, Behavioral Health Center of
Nueces County has formed a Speaker’s Bureau comprised of employees who are available to speak about
services available.
These individuals tailor their presentation to your group’s
interest and needs, and provides information about current issues relating to mental health and intellectual disability disorder needs and services available through
Nueces County.
Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County
needs your help to fulfill its mission of community
Board of
Trustees
Dr. Tony Diaz, Chair
Abel Alonzo, Vice
Chair
Alicia G. Cuellar,
Secretary
Pam Brower, Treasurer
John E. Jackson
service.
Linda Fallwell-Stover
Associate Member ($25-$100)
Rachel Cox
Community Partner ($100-$500)
Elsa Adams
Corporate Sponsor ($500+)
Other. Please indicate your $ ______level of support.
Carolyn Wilson
Diane Lowrance,
Executive Director
Your generosity will enable us to
provide services to persons with special needs.
Send your tax-deductible contribution to:
Foundation
Board of
Directors
Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County,
Tim Clower, Chair
ATTN: L. Moon
Dr. Eve Layman
Please make checks payable to
Behavior-
al Health Center of Nueces County Foundation.
1630 S. Brownlee Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Jimmy Rodriguez
Name
Lamont Taylor
___________________________________________
Gina K. Prince
Address
_________________________________________
Thank You for your support.
Contact Us
Give us a call for
more information
about our services.
BHCNC
1630 S. Brownlee
Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX
78404
Our Mission :
“Working Together For Better Lives”
Behavioral Health Center of Nueces
County
1630 S. Brownlee
Corpus Christi, Texas 78404
(361) 886-6900
Visit us on the web at
www.BHCNC.org
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