Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) has been named one of Washington’s Best 100 Companies to Work For by Washington CEO Magazine.

KMHS was selected from over 200 Evergreen State companies nominated for consideration. The overall rankings and the names of 12 companies selected as the best in four categories – large, medium, small and non-profit – appears in the magazine’s July issue. KMHS placed as a finalist this year in the non-profit category. In both 1999 and 2005, KMHS won first place in the non-profit category and has placed as finalist almost every other year since the contest was introduced.

“The companies included in the list have demonstrated that they value their employees and their contributions to overall success,” said Bob Ritter, publisher and chief executive officer of the magazine. “Our evaluation is extensive. It included surveys of both employees and management and review by a distinguished group of human resource professionals.”

Hebert Research, Inc. tabulated all surveys and supplied analysis. Results were then reviewed by five judges who determined the final ranking. All 100 companies were honored last week at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center with dinner, music and a celebration of success.

Washington CEO Magazine covers business and economics on a statewide basis. It publishes 13 issues annually with reports on business and industry and public policy issues that impact the state’s economy. Its mission is to provide “essential perspectives for Northwest Decision Makers.”