"We have an exceptional group of talented individuals at Cenpatico who are committed to our mission that 'Together we can inspire hope for a better life'," said Sam Donaldson, Ph.D., CEO and President of Cenpatico. "Our company is constantly growing and changing and we recognize that it's crucial to preserve a culture where our employees feel valued, encouraged and have room to grow."

This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Texas, benefiting the state's economy, its workforce and businesses.

Companies from across the state participated in the two-part entry process. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated company's workplace policies, practices, and demographics. This part of the process was worth approximately 25% of the total evaluation. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. This part of the process was worth approximately 75% of the total evaluation. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration and survey process in Texas and also analyzed the data and used their expertise to determine the final rankings.

Cenpatico will be recognized and honored at the Best Companies to Work for in Texas awards ceremony on Thursday, January 28, 2010 at the Texas Association of Business 2010 Annual Conference. The final rankings will be announced at the luncheon.

About Cenpatico

Cenpatico is a Managed Behavioral Healthcare Organization focusing on mental health and substance abuse benefits. Cenpatico offers health plans and state agencies a continuum of services for individuals at risk of, or suffering from, mental, addictive or other behavioral health disorders. Cenpatico has been in business since 1994 and is one of the nation's most experienced behavioral health companies in managing behavioral health benefits for individuals enrolled in Medicaid, Medicare Advantage and the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Cenpatico provides managed behavioral healthcare in Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Georgia, Kansas, Massachusetts, Ohio, Texas, South Carolina and Wisconsin. For more information, please visit www.cenpatico.com.

Source: Cenpatico