Celebrating Kristie Stevens’ 10-Year Anniversary of Service
Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness (OBHAW) is proud to celebrate the 10-year work anniversary of Program Coordinator Kristie Stevens, honoring a decade of dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to serving the Hot Springs community.
Since joining OBHAW, Kristie has been a driving force in fostering compassionate care and empowering her team to deliver high-quality services that reflect the organization’s mission and values. Known for her integrity, dependability, and client-centered approach, Kristie has played an instrumental role in strengthening OBHAW’s programs and expanding services to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Her supervisor, Michelle Kveum, praised Kristie’s leadership and contributions:
“Kristie is the go-to person when you want a task completed with excellence and integrity. She consistently instills a strong belief in putting the client first, ensuring that every decision reflects the mission and values of serving our community. Her leadership encourages her team to stay grounded in purpose and committed to compassionate care.
Over time, Kristie has grown in both her compassion and her drive to create meaningful, lasting improvements. Her dedication to doing what’s right and her unwavering focus on the people we serve make her an invaluable asset to our organization. We are excited to see Kristie develop her team and grow services to meet the needs of the community in Hot Springs. She is open and willing to try new things and encourages her staff to find trainings to match their style and the population they want to serve.
To describe Kristie in one word would be ‘empowering.’ She uplifts her team, leads with compassion, encourages growth, and always puts the clients first.”
Throughout her tenure, Kristie has built a reputation for being a leader who not only gets the job done but also fosters a culture of collaboration, growth, and empowerment. Her colleagues describe her as someone who leads by example and inspires others to serve with heart.
OBHAW extends its deepest gratitude to Kristie for her 10 years of service and looks forward to many more years of her leadership and vision.