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Shout your praise! nominatE a peer for the odyssey house cornerstone award today!
click here to nominateI would like to nominate Kenny for the Cornerstone Award because he is one of those people who may not always be in the spotlight, but whose work makes a tremendous difference throughout Odyssey House. Kenny is an incredibly hardworking, dedicated, and talented member of our family, and I believe he deserves recognition for the impact he has on both our staff and the clients we serve.
One of the things that stands out most about Kenny is that he never seems to do what he does for recognition or credit. He simply sees what needs to be done and gets to work. He consistently goes above and beyond to make sure that the things he creates, organizes, and contributes are done with care and purpose. His work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact can be seen throughout the agency.
Kenny has an incredible eye for detail. He takes the time to make sure things are accurate, organized, professional, and presented in a way that reflects the quality of Odyssey House. Whether he is creating content, helping develop resources, supporting staff, or working on something that will ultimately benefit our clients, he approaches everything with the same level of care and attention.
His contributions also have a lasting impact on our new hires and employees. The things Kenny creates and the work he puts into our agency help people better understand Odyssey House, our programs, and the work we do. In many ways, he helps set people up for success before they even realize how much work went into making those resources available to them.
Kenny is also someone people can count on. He is well organized, dependable, and always willing to help when someone comes his way. He doesn't make people feel like they are bothering him or that their request isn't important. Instead, he takes the time to help find a solution. He is the kind of person who will often go the extra mile simply because he knows it will make someone else's job easier or make the end result better.
The content Kenny creates is another example of the value he brings to Odyssey House. He has a talent for taking ideas and turning them into something that represents our agency incredibly well. His work helps tell the story of Odyssey House, showcases the incredible work being done here, and ultimately helps us connect with the people and communities we serve. He takes pride in the quality of what he creates, and that pride reflects positively on the entire agency.
Kenny has so much to offer, and I don't think his impact is always recognized as much as it should be. He is an incredible asset to Odyssey House, and his willingness to work hard, help others, pay attention to the details, and continually strive to make things better truly makes a difference.
I am nominating Kenny because he represents what a cornerstone of an organization should be. He is dependable, hardworking, talented, generous with his time, and committed to doing things the right way. He may not seek the credit, but he absolutely deserves it.
1. Morghan is always so helpful. He trained me very well on my job description and he is always willing to guide me and direct me when I have any questions. He cares for his coworkers as well as the clients. He runs many grups and makes time to meet with all his clients and follow up with each client who is in his group and helps them understand and complete the necessary homework. Morghan is a great team player and he is a very good mentor to anyone needing it. He steps up wherever we need help. He is attentive to the clients and advocates for them when necessary.
2. Morghan consistently shows up for both our clients and our staff. He is a role model for all staff on how to build genuine, meaningful connections while maintaining strong healthy boundaries. Our clients feel seen and valued by him, and our team is stronger because of the support and example he provides.
This month has brought a large number of new BHT hires, and Gabriel has taken on the responsibility of training each new employee with an incredible level of patience and consistency. He deserves to be recognized as this month’s Cornerstone Award recipient because of the dedication, patience, and leadership he has demonstrated at Lighthouse.
Gabriel has gone above and beyond simply showing new employees how to do their jobs. He takes the time to explain the program, expectations, and responsibilities thoroughly, helping new BHTs feel welcomed, supported, and confident in their roles. He has been especially diligent in walking each new employee through UWITS step-by-step, making sure they understand the process rather than simply rushing through the training.
To help ensure that every employee receives complete and consistent training, Gabriel even created a spreadsheet to track each person's training and make sure that no important area is overlooked. This demonstrates his commitment not only to the employees he trains, but also to maintaining the quality and consistency of the program.
Despite taking on the additional responsibility of training so many new employees, Gabriel has continued to fulfill his regular BHT and CPSS duties without complaint. He has been a true team player and a good sport throughout what has undoubtedly been a demanding month.
Gabriel’s willingness to invest his time and knowledge into others has helped retain employees and strengthen the overall team at Lighthouse. His respectful approach, patience, reliability, and commitment to helping others succeed embody what it means to be a cornerstone of the organization.
For these reasons, Gabriel Goldner is highly deserving of this month’s Cornerstone Award.
1. I am nominating Teuila “T” because she consistently builds genuine connections with clients and leads by example through compassion, patience, and sincere interest in their well-being. As a newer employee, she has also helped me develop the interpersonal “soft skills” that cannot be learned from a manual.
T recently demonstrated the significant impact those skills can have on client retention. On August 29, Nicole became extremely emotional and decided she was going to go LACA. I knew T had developed a strong rapport with Nicole, so I contacted T while she was off work. Without hesitation, T offered to speak with Nicole and use the relationship she had built with her to help.
When I went to Nicole’s dorm, she was already packing her belongings and preparing to leave. Several other clients had tried to convince her to stay, but their efforts were unsuccessful. While Nicole was packing, she stated that she intended to go back to living on the streets. When I asked Nicole if she wanted to talk to T, she immediately stopped packing and agreed.
During their conversation, Nicole expressed that she felt alone, friendless, and unable to connect with or trust anyone in the program. T took the time to listen, provide reassurance, and offer the compassion and connection Nicole desperately needed. T was not on duty, yet she willingly sacrificed her own personal time to support a vulnerable client at a critical moment.
T’s willingness to go above and beyond her responsibilities had a direct and meaningful impact on retention. Her intervention helped Nicole step back from a decision that would have resulted in her leaving treatment and returning to homelessness. More importantly, T demonstrated the profound value of genuine human connection in recovery. At a moment when Nicole felt alone and was preparing to walk away from treatment, T’s willingness to give her time, listen, and remind her that someone cared made the difference in Nicole choosing to stay. Without T's intervention, I have no doubt that Nicole would now be out on the streets.
2. T (Teulia goes by T) has always had a way to tell the clients, especially the female clients, who are struggling. There is a specific client who has been having issues with feeling bullied by a few other woman. The client has been struggled quite a bit, and has talked about wanting to LACA on different occasions. T has taken the time to stop what she was doing and pull the client aside to talk with her. This particular client, in my opinion has a hard time connecting with others, but very clearly feels safe enough to trust T and listen to her. I was not there but I know that just yesterday this client was in the process of packing their belongings to leave, another staff member knew the T and the client had a repour so he suggested the client talk to T, and T took her time, off the clock, to talk with the client for about 15+ mins and talk the client out of leaving the program. T just has a way of talking with clients and making them feel safe.
There was a time recently when I was being extremely hard on myself and struggling with feelings of imposter syndrome. When Paylocity notified me that I had a review scheduled with Jaison, I was grateful for the opportunity to speak with him again. I had not seen Jaison since working together at the adolescent program, and reconnecting with him had a much greater impact on me than I expected.
Our conversation reminded me why we do this work and why the mission of Odyssey House matters. Jaison has a unique ability to reach people, particularly through his positive, uplifting, and genuine approach. His words made me feel comfortable and heard, and reminded me that the work we do has value.
Jaison has always had an incredible ability to connect with teens and children. During my time working with him at the adolescent program, I saw firsthand how much the kids trusted him and responded to his guidance. However, I believe the impact he is now having with adults is just as substantial. He has a rare ability to connect with people from all different backgrounds and personalities. For some individuals, Jaison is the person they will actually listen to when they may not be receptive to anyone else.
I believe Jaison is an exceptional leader because his compassion for the employees he supervises is genuine and evident. That compassion does not stop with the staff. It ultimately impacts the clients we serve. When employees feel supported, respected, and valued by their leadership, that positivity carries into the way they interact with clients and contribute to the program.
Jaison brings an energy and level of leadership that elevates the entire organization. He has a way of making people believe in themselves and reconnect with the purpose behind their work. I believe he should always be in a position of leadership because of the positive influence he has on the people around him.
For me personally, Jaison's leadership has made a meaningful difference during a time when I was questioning myself and my abilities. I am grateful that Odyssey House has leaders like him who can recognize the person behind the employee and provide encouragement when it is needed most.
Jaison Jensen embodies what it means to be a cornerstone of Odyssey House. His compassion, positivity, leadership, and ability to inspire and reach others make him highly deserving of this award.
Ezra has gone out of his way to help me tremoundously and for that I am super grateful and in awe of his leadership and work ethics. Ezra will help elevate you and meet you where you are at even you have no clue where you are at. He has helped me in so many difficult situations and helped me problem solve so many times- I can't thank him enough! Thank you Ezra for always being there and being a listening ear. If you dont know Ezra, I would highly recommend that you get to know him ASAP! Not only is he a great team member, but an amazing and truly one of kind person through and through.
1. Kara started helping out WMH when we were short . She was kind enough to start moonlighting to help us out which was very much appreciated. She did it quietly with kindness and so much support, integrity, and with humility. She then joined us and is now our clinical director and has been the biggest LIGHT in this house. Kara is not only an amazing clinician; she is also an amazingly kind and supportive non judgemental human being. We could not be luckier to have her as our clinical director. She is always helping, always on the floor if and when needed. She is always available to ask questions and she is never unkind. She is never hurtful or judgmental. She has been a constant source of knowledge, support and lifts the entire house up just by being here. She does things without being asked and not because it is her job; but because she is just that kind of amazing human being who we are lucky enough to be able to work with and share space with. Please give her the recognition she deserves and never even asks for. She deserves it very very much. Thank you for your time.
2. Kara is literally the sweetest soul to exist!! She puts her everything into her role and is an incredible example to clients, AND staff! She deserves cornerstone, I want her to know I recognize her hard work and dedication to creating the best treatment community for our house! Thank you for everything you do Kara, you are so accommodating and generous.

1. Lizz has been wanting to connect with her peers in a way that feels meaningful to herself and others, so she decided to create an event for the team. She created, organized, gathered, and planned for a team picnic. This was based on information that she had intuitively gathered and observed in a staff meeting. Lizz increased retention by creating a time where new student therapists and the rest of the SBP team were able to spend some time connecting at the park. Due to the team being spread out over Salt Lake county and five school districts, time to connect is extremely limited, which can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness. This gathering allowed the team to see each other outside of work responsibilities, as well as share some of our favorite picnic foods with each other. Casual conversations were had, laughing was heard, and some of the team saw each other in person for the first time since they were hired (months for some folks). This was all due to the effort of Lizz organizing this without (to my knowledge) prompt from anyone but herself. Thanks, Lizz.Marisol has stood out in the school based program by managing a large case load while providing top tier care to her clients. Marisol goes out of her way to provide individualized care for each of her clients. Marisol always has a smile on her face even when under pressure. Recently she has provided incredibly helpful tips that has made many clinicians provided treatment more impactful to clientele. She offered tips for play therapy and provided resources on how to make telehealth more interactive for young clients. She goes out of her way to help the team and as such she is deserving of recognition.Kelsey is a dedicated member of the team. She is the only case manager at parents and juggles a variety of task including case management, driving people to appointments, and group sessions. As I am recently new to parents she has been a great help at teaching me how things work and the different roles. She is also dedicated to supporting the clients with their needs which as parents with kids there can be a lot of needs. She responds to encounters in a kind way even if the encounter is not necessary her fault. She has helped me on a variety of occasions especially with court related things and is patient with me and clients. I don't know how things would run without her here and there are probably a variety of things I am missing.
2. She is an amazing coworker and great leader! She took initiative to plan a great picnic for all of our entire program in order to foster and promote community. She is amazing at her job and you can tell that she is very passionate about helping others. I can see that she truly is wanting to learn and continue to better her skills in order to best support her clients. I believe that she is an amazing candidate for this award!
I am honored to recommend Jessica for this month’s Cornerstone Award. Jessica has been an incredible source of support for me during my time with Odyssey House, and I believe she represents the qualities this award is meant to recognize.
When I lost my position in the adolescent program, I experienced a significant amount of disappointment and uncertainty about whether I wanted to remain with the company. During that difficult time, knowing that Jessica was still with Odyssey House and that I could reach out to her for guidance, encouragement, and support made a tremendous difference for me. Her presence within the organization has genuinely influenced my decision to remain with the company.
Jessica has a unique ability to make people feel supported, valued, and understood. She is someone I can turn to when I need encouragement or perspective, and she consistently makes the people around her better. She brings positivity into every room she enters and has a way of creating an environment where people feel comfortable, respected, and motivated.
What makes Jessica especially deserving of this recognition is the impact she has beyond her specific job responsibilities. She is someone who strengthens the people around her, contributes to employee retention, and helps create a sense of connection within the organization. Her influence has personally made a significant difference in my experience at Odyssey House.
I am incredibly grateful that I had the opportunity to meet Jessica and to have her as a source of support. I truly believe Odyssey House is a stronger organization because she is part of it. Her presence matters, and I know I would be deeply disappointed if she ever left the company.
Jessica is a true cornerstone—not simply because of the work she does, but because of the positive impact she has on the people around her. I wholeheartedly recommend her for the Cornerstone Award.