Blue Valley Behavioral Health (BVBH) is a private non-profit organization that provides outpatient behavioral health treatment to adults and youths in 16 rural counties in Southeast Nebraska.
Our Mission
To provide quality behavioral health services to people of all ages within our communities, that promotes healthy and productive lives.
Our Values
Compassion in our response to others
Adaptable in our approach to provide individualized treatment
Collaborative in how we work with all involved in the treatment process
Progressive in our services which are effective today and relevant tomorrow
Individualized in the way our services are delivered
Our Vision
As the lead behavioral health organization in our communities, Blue Valley Behavioral Health’s presence continues in its pursuit of excellence within an ever-changing health environment.
Administrative Staff
Jon Day, LIMHP, LCSW
Executive Director
Heather Kaster
Administrative Assistant
Greg Bernt, BA
Director of Community Support
Ashley Attoungble, LIMHP/LADC
Director of Performance Improvement
Lorrene Jurgens, APRN
Medication Management Coordinator
Amber Ferguson, LIMHP
Director of Mental Health Services
Arnold Remington, LIMHP
Director of TASC
Sandy Freese
Secretarial Supervisor
Carolyn Weaver
Director of Finance and Human Resources
Eric Thomalla, LADC
Director of Substance Abuse Service
Laura Koch, LIMHP
Joint Commission Coordinator
Board Members
A local board of directors governs the operation of BVBH representing the counties served by the agency. Blue Valley Behavioral Health is accredited by the Joint Commission of the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
Richard T. McDougall
Chairman
Jim Egr
Past Chair
Jody Vondra
Member
Kevin Stukenholtz
Member
Vicki Bromm
Vice Chair
Monica Braun
Member
Jeffrey Meade
Member
Russ Uhing
Member
Diane Courtney
Secretary/Treasurer
Vanessa Sherman
Member
Gerald Slezak
Member
Sherrill Wegele
Member
Accreditation
BVBH is accredited by the Joint Commission, an independent, not-for-profit organization. The Joint Commission accredits and certifies nearly 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting necessary performance standards. The Joint Commission can be reached at 800-994-6610 for concerns about client care or safety.
