Company Research Report: Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS)
Company Overview
Name and Mission of the Company
- Company Name: Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS)
- Mission: GCBHS seeks to make life better and brighter for individuals dealing with mental health or addiction issues, offering hope and helping people lead healthy and productive lives.
Founding and History
- Founded in: 2004
- By Whom: The merger of two long-running mental health agencies, Cincinnati Restoration, Inc., and Queen City Case Management.
- Subsequent Mergers:
- 2014: Merged with Clermont Recovery Center and LifePoint Solutions, further expanding its reach and capability.
Key People
- Jeff O'Neil: President and Chief Executive Officer
- Jeff Kirschner: Executive Vice President of Business Operations and Analytics
- Katherine Schmidt, MD: Chief Medical Officer
- Joce Arvisais: Chief Financial Officer
- Nikki Bisig: Chief Clinical Officer and Senior Vice President of Hamilton County Behavioral Health Services
- Board Chair: Susan Scherer
Headquarters
- Location: 1501 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206
Employees
- Number of Employees: 700
Revenue
- Reported Revenue: $45 million
Core Competencies
- Known For: Being the largest behavioral healthcare provider in the Greater Cincinnati region, serving individuals affected by mental illness and addiction issues, focusing on comprehensive mental health, psychiatric, addiction, and related services.
Products and Services
Services Offered
- Mental Health Services: Comprehensive mental health, psychiatric, and addiction services to address various challenges.
- Addiction Services: Supports individuals struggling with substance use disorders through various programs and treatments.
- Holistic Programs: Programs designed to help clients manage symptoms, develop social supports, and find employment.
High-Level Product Description
- Holistic Approach: Services focus on a holistic approach, addressing both mental and physical well-being by connecting with people struggling to be well within both mind and body in diverse settings including office locations, residential facilities, and community areas.
Key Features of Services
- Innovative Collaboration: Early adoption of new systems, technologies, and treatment approaches.
- Integrated Care: Services integrate mental health as part of overall health with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, counselors, care managers, employment specialists actively involved.
Recent Developments
New Products and Features
- Opioid Treatment Program: Expanding access to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders.
- Open Access Model: Continuous implementation of a service model known as Open Access (OA) to streamline treatment access.
Recent Expansions and Partnerships
- SUD Treatment Expansion: Opened Office-Based Medication Assisted Treatment services in Hamilton County to increase accessibility.
- Community Recognition: Recently honored at the OTR Community Housing “Walk Our Blocks” event, highlighting community engagement.
New Leadership
- Cassidy Lekan: Welcomed as the new Vice President of Recovery, supporting ongoing expansion efforts in the recovery programs.
Awards and Recognition
- 2023 "Best Nonprofit": Awarded in categories of Best Alcohol and Substance Use Disorder Education & Prevention by Cincy Magazine.
- Top Workplace Awards: Fourteen consecutive years of recognition by Enquirer Media.
- Recognition for Staff Excellence: Multiple recognitions for individual excellence, including awards for Dr. Katherine Schmidt as "Best Addiction Psychiatrist" and Dr. Tracey Skale in multiple roles over the years.
This comprehensive report covers the critical aspects of Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services, detailing its leadership, services, and recent activities aiming to maintain and enhance its status as a leading mental health and addiction service provider.
