Name: Rachel Walton

Years at CHS: 16

Current Position: Residential Therapist at BHCH

Tell us about your family, including pets.

My family consists of four siblings, a nephew, two nieces, five dogs, a cat, a fish, and several friends.

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in O’Neill, NE.

What are some of your favorites:

Movies? My favorite movies include “The Little Mermaid,” “The Color Purple,” “Newsies,” “Hocus Pocus,” “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” and many more!

TV shows? I enjoy “Supernatural,” “Bridgerton,” “Lucifer” and more.

Books? My favorite books include, “The Glass Castle,” “The Courage to be Disliked” and “Ask and it is Given.”

Musicians? Pink, Dolly Parton and more across genres. 

What are your hobbies?

Some of my hobbies are crafting, gardening, reading and attending/shopping seasonal festivals/markets.

What’s something that people would be surprised to know about you?

I have little to no patience when cooking.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?

Love and respect yourself and everything else will fall into place.

Please provide two truths and a lie about yourself.

I have been bitten by a rattlesnake. I have found multiple four-leaf clovers. People often find me humming or singing.

What are some of the changes you have seen over your years with CHS?

I have seen CHS become more of a trauma-informed organization.

Do you have any advice for newly hired employees?

It’s okay to not know and ask for help.