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May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness about mental health and celebrate the individuals who dedicate their careers to making a difference. At Carson Tahoe Behavioral Health Services (BHS), we’re proud to have an extraordinary team of professionals committed to providing compassionate care to our patients and community.
This month, we’re spotlighting some of the incredible individuals who make BHS a special place to work. Their stories are a testament to the passion, purpose, and resilience that define our team.
Michaela Golden
Position: Certified Peer Recovery and Support Specialist
Years of Service: 1.75
Q: What encouraged you to be in Behavioral Health?
A: Struggling with my own mental health and recovery—and then getting on top of my mental health, substance abuse, and alcoholism. I want to be there for others who are struggling or who think that there isn’t hope. If I can do it, you can do it. We are here as a team, and we can support you.
Q: What do you enjoy about BHS?
A: I enjoy being able to meet people where they are at while having supportive management. I feel like I can go to my supervisors or anyone in a lead position with concerns—with no fear of judgment—and that I can also go to them with things to celebrate.
Q: Why Carson Tahoe Health?
A: My therapist actually told me about this job. He believed I could use my experience to support others. If I can get through it, so can they.
Isabel Meza
BHS Therapist Intern
Years of Service: 5.5
Q: What encouraged you to be in Behavioral Health?
A: Having overcome challenges with the help of mentors and education, I feel like I do well at providing that safe space for others to grow.
Q: What do you enjoy about BHS?
A: I really enjoy my coworkers and the positive energy we all have. It’s a high-stress job, but having each other to lean on gives it meaning and makes it more than just a job.
Q: Why Carson Tahoe Health?
A: I started working here right after graduating college. It felt like a great environment to learn and grow professionally.
Joe Kanter
Lead Safety Educator
Years of Service: 17
Q: What encouraged you to be in Behavioral Health?
A: I’ve always had an empathic approach with vulnerable populations. I enjoy the challenge of engaging with someone who may struggle to express their needs and concerns.
Q: What do you enjoy about BHS?
A: I enjoy being a part of the care for vulnerable individuals and appreciate the many opportunities Carson Tahoe and BHS have given me.
Q: Why Carson Tahoe Health?
A: Carson Tahoe Health is an excellent organization. I’ve been here 17 years, and it’s a great place to work—and a great place to seek treatment.
Danny Collins
Mental Health Tech II
Years of Service: 4
Q: What encouraged you to be in Behavioral Health?
A: I started in psych as a security guard in Oregon, then moved back to Nevada and joined BHS security. The techs and nurses here encouraged me to become a Mental Health Tech. Working more closely with patients has been incredibly rewarding.
Q: What do you enjoy about BHS?
A: I love working the holidays—the festive spirit creates a fun, supportive environment. Leadership is great about encouraging time off and scheduling vacations. What keeps me here is the incredible support from my team. It feels like a true community.
Q: Why Carson Tahoe Health?
A: It’s close to home, with good pay and great PTO. The work-life balance is a huge plus.
Daniel Jara Muro
Registered Nurse
Years of Service: 9
Q: What encouraged you to be in Behavioral Health?
A: Helping individuals improve their mental health and overcome addiction is rewarding. I also enjoy advocating for this underserved population and helping break the stigma around mental health.
Q: What do you enjoy about BHS?
A: I appreciate the teamwork and the opportunity to work with professionals who are passionate about mental health.
Q: Why Carson Tahoe Health?
A: I love working here because of Carson Tahoe’s commitment to improving health in our rural communities.
Join the Carson Tahoe BHS Team Today
Mental Health Awareness Month reminds us that healing is possible—and at Carson Tahoe, no one walks the journey alone. Be part of the change by joining our Behavioral Health Services team.
Together, we’re creating pathways to hope, healing, and brighter futures for our community.
Caleb Vasquez
