HSI RECEIVES STATE HONOR FROM NSPA (11/21/2006)
Reno, Nev. - The Nevada State Psychological Association (NSPA) honored HSI (High Sierra Industries) with the 2006 Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award in the small, non-profit category. By receiving the statewide honor, HSI will be considered by the American Psychological Association for the 2007 National Psychologically Healthy Workplace awards.
The award program was created to recognize organizations that understand and demonstrate the link between employee health and well-being, and organizational performance. Award-winners also must have implemented a variety of workplace practices in an active effort to create a positive work environment.
NSPA awarded HSI after an on-site visit and a series of surveys and interviews with HSI employees. HSI was judged on criteria including: employee involvement, health and safety, employee growth and development, work-life balance and employee recognition.
About NSPA:
NSPA advocates for the profession of psychology by supporting and training psychologists to provide ethical, informed, competent services to those in need and the community at large. Specifically, NSPA strives to provide public education and services, workplace training, and legislative involvement to promote the mental and emotional well-being of individuals, families, and society at large. NSPA will facilitate professional contacts, meetings, publications, and training for professional and academic psychologists, students, and the general public.
About HSI
HSI is a non-profit organization established in 1977 to serve people with disabilities in northern Nevada. HSI provides meaningful work, learning and supported living opportunities for more than 190 people with disabilities. HSI provides employment opportunities in light manufacturing and grounds maintenance contract services. HSI supports and encourages all employees to develop their skills and potential via effective training and development programs. HSI is recognized by local, statewide and national organizations for the service it provides to people with disabilities as well as excellence in their contracting services.