The Center for Health Workforce Development in Tennessee




Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute, Chattanooga TN
Staff Recognition Programs


Idea in Action Submission for the Center's What, When, Where, Why and How Guide to Recruitment, Retention and Workforce Development

Organization size

172 beds

Program/Initiative Description 

Caught Caring, Excellence and Spot Recognition awards recognize staff and volunteers who demonstrate caring acts beyond the level of courtesy, outstanding achievements beyond standard job requirements or employees suggestions that are utilized for improvement in the work process or customer service.

Establishment of Program/Initiative  

1997

Workforce Problem the Program/Initiative Was Designed to Address

Recognition for excellence above job expectations.

Major Objectives

Recognize employees and help with morale improvement.

Significant Results

Employees recognized by peers as well as management staff, a better work environment. 

Limitations or Problems Encountered

None identified.

Estimated Cost of the Program, to Date

N/A

Advice to Other Organizations That May Want to Start a Similar Program

Try it! It helps morale

 

Contact Name:  Cynthia Honeycutt 

Title:  Human Resources Director and Nursing Executive

Telephone: (423) 265-2271

Fax: (423) 785-3494

Email address: cynthia.honeycutt@state.tn.us

 

Contact Name: Charlynne Parson

Title:  Nursing Executive

Telephone: (423) 265-2271

Fax: (423) 785-3494

Email address: charlynne.parson@state.tn.us


 

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