CHC/SEK Names Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer

Press release

PITTSBURG, Kan. – The Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas (CHC/SEK) is pleased to announce Ashley Hopkins has been named senior vice president and chief human resource officer.

Ashley Hopkins

Hopkins joined the CHC/SEK team in January 2023 as the vice president of human resources. She has more than 10 years of experience in human resources and has served more than 19 years in the healthcare industry. Hopkins also currently serves as a member of the Southeast Technical Academy for Rural Students (STARS)

She holds a bachelor of science in business administration from Fort Hays State University and a master of business administration in human resources from Pittsburg State University.

“During her tenure at CHC/SEK, Ashley has been instrumental in the complete reorganization of our human resources division,” said Krista Postai, CHC/SEK chief executive officer. “She has spearheaded a variety of initiatives including improving recruitment and benefits, maximizing our payroll system, simplifying and tracking staff education, and increasing employee engagement.”

In her new role, Hopkins will continue to oversee the human resources division. Her new responsibilities will include serving on the CHC/SEK leadership team, participating in the board of directors meetings, and serving as coordinator of the board’s personnel committee.

“Our staff is our greatest asset,” said Postai. “It is imperative we have HR in the room during all key organizational decisions.”

“I'm excited to expand my role within CHC/SEK. Growing with an organization that empowers HR to be more than just completing tasks and checking boxes is truly inspiring,” said Hopkins. “Our team remains focused on supporting employees at every stage of their careers as well as strengthening the culture that makes CHC/SEK such a special place to work.

"When we take better care of our employees, they can focus more on the quality, compassionate care they are known for.”