Public Health workers encouraged to Go the Extra Mile in Mobile County



MCHD's simulated rubies, emeralds and diamonds weren't going anywhere

 on Jan. 6, 2014, under the watchful eye of Vernon Williams, also

known as MCHD's Chief of Security. Dozens of employees

got an up close and personal look at the bling that will become a daily

reminder of those who Go the Extra mile on the job.

MOBILE, Ala. -- With an armed guard keeping watch over hundreds of shimmering gems, Health Officer Dr. Bernard Eichold announced the launch of a new employee appreciation program “Going the Extra Mile” or GEM,  which will replace the David Previto Employee of the Year award at MCHD.

Employees sipped hot chocolate and shared slices of cake during a kick off for the new program held at 251 N. Bayou Street in the historic Keeler building on the downtown campus.  Disco music boomed in the background as Dr. Eichold talked about how the new program works.

Everyone is encouraged to nominate colleagues they see going the extra mile. There is also a team category for groups of workers who go above and beyond their normal duties.  Nomination forms will be avilable online to make it easier to recognize dynamic performance, MCHD leaders said.