Employee Spotlight: Christopher W. Woodward

We are very excited to highlight one of our most valuable assets, our employees! Each month, get to know the HPC team in a fun, new way!

Name: Christopher W. Woodward, MA, LMAC

Department: Behavioral Health

Title: Substance Abuse Specialist

Primary work location: Olathe

How long have you worked at HPC?  

I have been with HPC for four years.

How did you get into your field of work?

Eighteen years ago, I was in another profession and worked part-time as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor and I never left the profession.

Do you speak any other languages? If yes, which ones?

Do movie quotes count as a language?

Do you have a favorite quote? If yes, what is it?

“Not the victory but the action; Not the goal but the game; In the deed the glory.” -Hartley Burr Alexander

What values are important to you?

Values that are important to me are hard work, teamwork and coffee.

What is something about you that would surprise people?

My high school GPA would surprise people…

What is on your “bucket” list?

I would like to go on a Holy Land tour and a tour of the United Kingdom. I would also like to see my kid graduate.

What is your favorite food?

My favorite foods are steak and potatoes.

What is your favorite movie?

My favorite TV show is “Ted Lasso”

What is your favorite hobby?

My favorite hobby is fishing with my family.

Are you an animal lover?  If yes, how many pets do you have and what kind are they?

I am not an animal lover. No pets allowed.