Executive Director Announcement, Covid FAQs, New Team Member, and a Peeple Search

Asana Recovery Weekly Team Update

Here is this week’s update for Asana Recovery team members:

New Executive Director at Asana Recovery!

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Yesenia Umana to the position of Executive Director at Asana Recovery.  Yesenia has been dedicated to Asana Recovery since its opening in 2017 and has been instrumental in the development of the Finance and Human Resource Departments.  Over the past five years, Yesenia has led the implementation of Health Benefits and assisted in the acquisition of PPP Funds at the start of the pandemic, which was critical to our continued successes during this time.

As Executive Director, Yesenia’s main focus for 2022 will be to implement an effective training program for all new employees and provide ongoing, industry relevant training for all current employees. Asana Recovery will also be reviewing a 401k plan for tenured employees and working on additional employee retention programs.

Please join us in congratulating Yesenia on a job well done, and wishing her lots of luck in the new position and years to come.

Covid-19 FAQs

You may have questions about the protocols and practices related to Covid-19 at Asana Recovery.

With the current spike in Covid-19 cases, please note that it is Asana Recovery's policy that masks are MANDATORY for all employees when you are working with staff and clients. No exceptions.

Here is a list of FAQs to help you learn more:

What should I do if I have been exposed to Covid-19?

If you are vaccinated there is no need to quarantine unless you develop symptoms. Watch for symptoms for 10 days after you last had close contact with someone who tested positive.

Where can I get an at-home Covid-19 test?

Beginning Wednesday, Jan. 19, Americans will be able to request four free tests per household online at COVIDTests.gov. The US Postal Service will deliver kits in the continental US through First-Class Package Service.

What should I do if I feel symptoms?

If you have been exposed or are experiencing any symptoms, please immediately notify your supervisor and coordinate with Tania to be tested with a rapid kit test. 

What should I do if I tested positive for Covid-19 with a rapid kit test?

Please immediately notify your supervisor. They will send you to our lab to get a PCR test completed.

What should I do if I test positive for Covid-19 with a PCR test?

If you tested positive for Covid-19 you will need to stay home for 5 days and isolate from others. Isolation may end after 5 full days if you are fever free for 24 hours and your symptoms are improving. If you are severely ill with Covid-19, you should isolate for at least 10 days. 

Will I be paid for the time I am off?

You may choose to use your PTO time for any missing days. HR will reach out with information about your options. 

Where can I get a booster shot

If you are interested in getting a booster shot, there are many options available. The federal government is providing free booster shots to anyone who is living in the US. Many pharmacies are offering walk-in services, without an appointment needed.

Visit www.vaccines.gov for more information.

New member of the Asana Recovery team

We would like to welcome Anna Gist to our team!

Anna loves being a mom to her three children. She is proud of the woman and mother that she is and that she is becoming. She says, “I have gone through many hurdles in life and where I am at today makes me very happy.”

She got started in the addictions industry because she is also in recovery and can relate to the people in treatment. Her empathy and compassion for those in recovery, and goals to continue progressing in the field, make her well suited for her role.

As a Behavioral Health Technician at at Asana Recovery, Anna works closely with medical staff and clients. She offers assistance with observing, charting, and monitoring clients, and has a thorough knowledge about detox medications and substance abuse withdrawal symptoms. Anna is also responsible for inventory checks and collecting samples for the lab.

Where are all the peeple?

This week, Asana staff were on the hunt for peeple!

One of each color was hidden at the each of the houses and the OP location. Those who were lucky enough to find them won a $5 Starbucks gift card! Winners were asked to take a photo of themselves with their peeple, with an additional prize for the most creative photos. While the game is still ongoing, and the photo prize has yet to be awarded, here are a few of our lucky winners of the $5 Starbucks gift card: