RiverValley Behavioral Health

03/06/2026

💙 Congratulations to Douglas Dotson, one of our Heart of Care award recipients!

Doug serves as a peer mentor in our MAT clinic and brings both professional knowledge and lived experience to his work, allowing him to connect with clients with compassion, respect, and understanding.

He consistently goes above and beyond for clients and coworkers. Recently, he stepped in within minutes to help a client facing eviction find resources and reassurance during a difficult time. This example is just one of many that demonstrate Doug’s willingness to go the extra mile to support clients when they need it most.

Thank you, Doug, for the heart and dedication you bring to our team and the people we serve every day. 👏

03/06/2026

Now Hiring: Family Nurse Practitioner📋

Join a mission-driven team delivering whole-person, integrated behavioral health care. This Owensboro-based role offers balanced caseloads, productivity incentives, strong clinical support, and comprehensive benefits.

Ready to make a meaningful impact? ✨ Apply today at https://ow.ly/MxGO50YnkaH.

03/05/2026

Seeking help is a sign of strength and your care is confidential. If you need support, we’re here to walk alongside you, both privately and compassionately.💙

📞 Call us at 270-689-6879 to make an appointment today. For immediate support, call, text, or chat 988 anytime.

03/04/2026

Take a look at what’s happening this March at RVBH @ The Crowne! 🍀✨

From creative outlets and self-care opportunities to meaningful conversations and educational events, there’s something for everyone this month. Whether you’re looking to relax, learn, or connect, we’d love to see you there! 💙

03/04/2026

Our 2026 Youth Mental Health Art Contest is happening now! ✨🎨

Last year’s Division IV winner, Tess Hayden, wowed us with this stunning painting about resilience and overcoming the challenges life puts in front of us. 💚

Now it’s your turn! Show us how you can “Be Kind to Your Mind” for a chance to win $500 in your division. Art looks different for everyone. Whether you’re a painter, sketch artist, or love to color, we can’t wait to see your creativity shine!

🗓️ Deadline to enter: April 16! Learn more at rvbh.com/artcontest.

03/03/2026

Join us in congratulating our President & CEO, Dr. Wanda Figueroa-Peralta, on being named a 2026 ATHENA Award nominee! ✨

Her leadership continues to open doors, create opportunities, and make a lasting impact across the communities we serve. We are grateful for the example she sets and the lives she touches!

A heartfelt thank you to Girls Inc. for recognizing her outstanding leadership and dedication. ❤️

🌟The ATHENA Award recognizes those who lead with excellence and empower others along the way. Today, we are honored to spotlight one of our 2026 ATHENA Award Nominees: Dr. Wanda Figueroa-Peralta 🌟

Dr. Wanda Figueroa-Peralta serves as President and CEO of RiverValley Behavioral Health and its affiliates, a multistate behavioral healthcare organization operating in Kentucky, New Mexico, North Carolina, and Texas. Under her leadership, the organization provides a comprehensive continuum of prevention, treatment, recovery, and crisis services in behavioral health. Throughout her career, advancing and supporting women has been a defining priority. Dr. Figueroa-Peralta views mentorship, opportunity creation, and equitable leadership development not as optional acts of goodwill, but as essential responsibilities of leadership. Her approach has been both personal and systemic - investing in individual women while intentionally building organizational cultures where women can lead, thrive, and advance. She has championed initiatives that expand leadership and STEM opportunities for girls, securing private partnerships to increase access to STEM programs, mentoring, and scholarships for high school students. Dr. Figueroa-Peralta was instrumental in opening The Amethyst Center for Women, a long-term residential chemical dependency treatment program serving women and their infants. She secured funding to establish Recovery Housing for Women across seven counties in Western Kentucky, providing recovery support, parenting and life-skills development, and employment assistance. She also led the expansion of Pearl Recovery Homes, a post-treatment housing program designed to support women and their children as they transition from structured care to independent community living. A signature initiative under her leadership is Roses for Moms, an integrated program that combines substance use treatment, behavioral health services, parenting support, peer mentorship, workforce readiness, and leadership skill development - empowering women not only to recover, but to rebuild and lead. She is actively involved and holds leadership positions in many local, state and national organizations, including Brescia University, American Hospital Association Policy Board, Owensboro Health Foundation, Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce, Kentucky Association of Regional Programs, Kentucky Health Disparities and Equity Technical Advisory Committee, Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Treatment and Access, and Alliance for a Drug Free Owensboro-Daviess County.

Dr. Figueroa- Peralta’s work reflects a deep commitment to strengthening families, advancing women, and transforming communities. ❤️

Join us for a morning of celebration and inspiration at the 2026 ATHENA Awards!
📅March 24, 2026
⏰11:30 a.m.
📍Owensboro Convention Center
🎟️Get your tickets here: https://onecau.se/athena2026

03/03/2026

We were grateful to attend the annual Bryant Stiles Firefighter Event and join fellow community vendors in celebrating our local firefighters. 🚒

Thank you to the brave men and women who serve our community every day. We believe supporting the mental health and well-being of first responders is just as important as recognizing their courage and dedication. 💙

03/02/2026

✨ Don’t forget to vote for RiverValley for Best Mental Health Provider! You can vote daily through March 8!

Voting ends soon 3/8! 💙🏆

We’re honored to be nominated for Best Mental Health & Counseling Service and we’d love your support! From patient care to community events and outreach, we’re proud to serve our community in many ways.

You can vote daily in Health & Beauty → Mental Health at messenger-inquirer.com/readerschoice 💙

03/02/2026

Emerald Lodge Hiring Fair – Open Interviews! 🚨

We’re hiring for multiple roles at our 16-bed men’s residential substance use treatment program in Hawesville. If you’re looking for a meaningful career in behavioral health and want to make a difference in Hancock County, we encourage you to attend.

📍 Hancock County Career Center
⏰ 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM

We’re proud to invest in local talent and build strong teams in the communities we serve. 💙

03/02/2026

RiverValley was proud to sponsor this year’s Farm City Breakfast, celebrating the strong partnership between agriculture and our community. 🌾

We’re grateful for the dedication of our local farmers and leaders and we know that supporting mental health in rural communities matters just as much as the work done in the fields. ☀️

Thank you to the Chamber for bringing everyone together and strengthening connections across Daviess County. 💙

02/28/2026

Voting ends soon 3/8! 💙🏆

We’re honored to be nominated for Best Mental Health & Counseling Service and we’d love your support! From patient care to community events and outreach, we’re proud to serve our community in many ways.

You can vote daily in Health & Beauty → Mental Health at messenger-inquirer.com/readerschoice 💙

02/27/2026

✨ Calling all Port members!! Join us for our very first Port Prom on May 1!

We will have resources to assist you with hair, makeup and attire, if needed! Stop in at The Port or for us a call for more details! 🎈

We are having Prom at the Port in May! Please see information below.