Cascade Health
Eric Van Houten, MSW, MBA has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Eric served as the CEO of Cascade Health Solutions from October 2018 until the present, where they provided executive leadership and direction to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services. Prior to this, they were the Chief Operating Officer of Cascade Health Solutions from July 2014 to October 2018.
In addition, Eric Van Houten has been a member of Vistage Worldwide Inc. since July 2018. As a Vistage member, they are committed to elevating their company and community through peer advisory and executive coaching.
Earlier in their career, Eric Van Houten worked as the CEO/Division Manager of the Community Health Centers of Lane County from September 2012 to June 2014. Eric oversaw four primary care clinics providing comprehensive medical services.
Before that, Eric Van Houten served as the Program Director of Looking Glass Youth and Services, Inc. from March 2004 to December 2009.
Eric Van Houten, MSW, MBA (he, him, his) holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Western Governors University, which they obtained between 2021 and 2023. Eric also completed a Master of Social Work (MSW) at Portland State University from 1994 to 1996, with a specialization in social work. Additionally, Eric earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Beloit College, graduating from 1985 to 1989. Prior to their college education, Eric attended South Eugene High School from 1982 to 1985. In terms of certifications, they accomplished a certification in Primary Health Care Administration from the University of Washington School of Public Health in 2011, although the specific month is unknown.
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Cascade Health
Cascade Health is a local, nonprofit health care organization founded to meet the unmet health needs of our neighbors and make life better for those we have the privilege to serve. We make life better at work. Our occupational health programs keep people in our community working, safe and well at more than 3,000 local businesses. We make life better by guiding people through difficult emotions, conditions and situations. Our behavioral health department helps people develop strong relationships, overcome adversity, learn healthy communication skills and make personal changes that contribute to more fulfilling lives. We make life better by helping people become healthier. Our home health, diabetes and nutrition education and physical therapy services give people the tools, education and support they need to take control of their conditions and make healthy choices. And we make life better by providing comfort. Our palliative care, home hospice and Pete Moore Hospice House teams provide compassionate physical, emotional and spiritual care to help people manage the symptoms of serious illnesses or comfortably find meaning and peace in the final phase of life. Our people are caring, qualified professionals. Our programs are innovative, patient-centered and focused on outcomes. Together, we touch lives and create a stronger, healthier community.