Employee Spotlight

Kayla Binggeli

What is your Job Title / Role at RHS?

I am the Executive Team assistant, assistant to the director at Youth Crisis Center, and Office Manager of the psychological testing department.

How did you come into the Mental Health Field?

I was 23 and put my application into RHS with no mental health experience. I had an interview with Bruce Hampton and Tina Ricks. They found out I was a Bonneville cheerleader and asked me to do a cheer during my interview. I did the Bonneville Bee chant, and I got the job. I have never looked back and love my job.

Who inspired you to pursue this career choice?

There has been many at RHS in very different ways who has inspired me, however the one person I have constantly worked with me since I started was DeVere Hunt. He learned my personality, and I learn from criticism. Through him mentoring me I made the decision to go back to school.

How important is it for you to work with our Southeast Idaho Community?

Working with the community gives me meaning in my life. Seeing them smile or the relief when you helped them out or give them a resource is rewarding. I am excited for the Youth Crisis Center because they will have options to their treatment.

What is something someone might not know about you?

Ugh! Besides being under 5 feet. I am going to school and I am a super emotional person. My chorkie dog is my life. A weird fact is I can wiggle my ears.

What are some of your interests / hobbies?

My interests and hobbies are spending time with my family either that be camping, fishing and games. During the winter I spend my free time binge watching tv shows.

What is the best advice you would give to someone just coming into this field?

The best advice I can give is do what you enjoy. Work is enjoyable when it is surrounded by family and humor.