KBBH Announces Kendall Alexander as Chief Executive Officer

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The following is a press release from Klamath Basin Behavioral Health.

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Klamath Basin Behavioral Health (KBBH), the largest behavioral health provider in southern Oregon and Community Mental Health Program in Klamath County, announced that Kendall Alexander, MSW, LCSW, has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer effective October 18, 2021.

Kendall brings over 30 years of experience in the substance abuse and mental health fields including extensive experience in executive level behavioral health management, most recently as an Administrative Director at North Range Behavioral Health in Greeley, Colorado. Prior to that, Kendall served as Executive Director of Island Grove Regional Treatment Center, Inc.

A vision-oriented changemaker, Kendall was selected by the KBBH Board of Directors for his proven ability to identify community needs, drive innovative program development, integrate care, develop interdisciplinary partnerships, and diversify funding opportunities. Kendall’s executive leadership experience and adeptness in service quality improvement and staff engagement will strengthen, standardize, and streamline operations at KBBH and uphold the organizational goals of well-being and quality treatment options.

Kendall has a proven ability to leverage his expertise in the strategic implementation of an exemplary, care-centric client experience. He is passionate about the integration of mental health, substance abuse, and primary care and believes strongly in the importance of providing and instilling hope through his core values of Compassion, Customer Service, and Collaboration. 

“I am honored to be selected to lead an organization of KBBH’s caliber and importance,” said Kendall.  “I recognize the strong leadership of Stan Gilbert and the entire KBBH Executive Team, staff, and Board, and am impressed with the array and scope of services available to the community. I look forward to meeting community leaders and partners along with all the employees of KBBH.  My wife Susan and I very much enjoyed our time in Klamath Falls this summer and are eager to get involved in the community.”