Founder
Speaker
Author
Revenue cycle expert
recovery champion
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Jason is a living example of how anyone can overcome the biggest obstacles and lowest points when given the opportunity, understanding, and support to improve. He's lived on both sides of the behavioral health system and uses insights every day to streamline revenue management so the money gets back to the programs that help individuals and communities.
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Jason wants to share the knowledge that he's learned from years of being in the systems of recovery and healthcare. Believing that if he can pay that forward, and give back to the community that gave him a second chance, he can use his experience to create success for others.
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While promoting and speaking recovery into all of society at the loudest and highest levels, Jason works every day to remove the stigma, misunderstanding, and ignorance of addiction.
WHY
"I am who I am today because someone took a chance on me. Someone cared about me and loved me enough to want to invest in my recovery. My greatest desire is that everyone gains exposure to the tools and methods that create a meaningful and purposeful life, free of the crippling illnesses and ailments that come with any addiction."
"it's hard to beat a person who never gives up."
Babe Ruth
"My mission is to work with as many behavioral health organizations and professionals as I can, improving the ways we can better optimize efficiencies to create sustainable systems that contribute back to communities and societies. I work with regulators and legislators to help incorporate the humanity of the service delivery and its regulations. I work with investors, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurs to discover and uncover methods to maximize returns on investment."
THE JOURNEY
In Jason's Words
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Addiction, Trauma
Growing up, I struggled greatly with mental health and eventually found substances as a solution to those struggles. In 12 years of addiction, more than half was spent without a place to call home, without any basic needs and without meaning. After an overdose in 2010, a trip to the hospital, and one final stay in jail, I was granted a chance at treatment, perhaps my only chance.
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Recovery
Early in recovery, I was still without many of the basic needs and struggled to deal with the consequences of my past. A couple I met in recovery took a chance on me, housed me, and supported my enrollment in school, as well as establishing good habits and tools to live a life free of substances.
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An independent life
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After the early stage of recovery, I found my own place, purchased my own vehicle, and began building a life of independence. I worked several minimum wage jobs while in school full time, spending time in service to recovery groups and people within them.
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Entry into behavioral health
Near the end of my schooling, I obtained a job working at a recovery center, which ultimately turned into a six year journey with seven unique roles, in which I learned all functions of the operations of a behavioral healthcare business.
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Developing expertise in cash management
Ultimately, I landed in a position to support generating and managing revenue, working with insurance companies, regulators, and partners to optimize service delivery and cash management. From reducing insurance balances by a million dollars to reducing payment cycles from 100 days to 15 days, it became clear that many organizations miss simple opportunities to maintain positive cash flow.
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Radically transforming systems
Today, as an expert in the field, I've found several ways to radically transform the delivery and effectiveness of services. From public speaking and educating the world on my mission, to consulting and advising, my daily commitments always incorporate how to better our systems and the world in which they function.
"13 years in the field and many, many speakers I've seen - you are hands down the best. Thank you for the authentic experience. Life and program changing."
- MARATP convention attendee
MEMOIR
A Perfect Tragedy
A Memoir by jason lennox
For Jason, waking up in a jail cell wasn’t unusual, but on December 9, 2010, he found himself facing a wakeup call unlike any other. Without the drugs and alcohol that had been his only escape, forced to confront his deeply rooted pain for the first time, and facing the law at last after a year spent on the run, he wanted just one thing: an easy way out of this world. But backed into a corner for the final time, he made a desperate call for help that would give him one last chance.
In this raw and poignant memoir, Jason shares the true account of his journey to and through one of the deadliest diseases of our time: addiction. From heartbreaking tragedy to unimaginable salvation, his authentic account of addiction and recovery is an unflinching look at the reality behind one of the greatest public health crises our world has ever seen.
MArgo M.: Amazon
Thank you Jason, for sharing this important story, the highs, the gut wrenching lows and the way you have used your skills to make life better for many people. Addiction is a disease that affects the whole family, over and over again. It is reassuring and encouraging that you made it through and are making a positive impact on others. It is important work.
BAHL s: amazon
honest & Enlightening!
I enjoyed the honesty of this book. I am surprised and saddened by what addiction can do to a person. I am also extremely happy there is hope for everyone battling. I finished it feeling great respect for anyone who has overcome and with hope that others can and will. I will most definitely share this book with others who are fighting the good fight and their loved ones. Everyone needs hope and this book gives it!!
sheila: amazon
honest, captivating & inspiring!
We need to hear more stories like Jason's. The honesty and vulnerability with which he told the story of his life before, during and after addiction is so valuable to reframing the way society regards Substance Use Disorder. His story sheds light on 1) what is really happening when someone is struggling with addiction and 2) the fact that a successful and fulfilling life is possible on the other side. The former addresses stigmatization and the latter fosters hope - both of which are needed to more effectively battle this public health crisis. Well written and desperately needed.
TIM E: Amazon
Thank you jason!
Jason Lennox gave me a perspective in this book I wasn’t expecting. I was a police officer for nearly 25 years and a correctional officer for three years before that. I also had my own battles with alcohol abuse. Jason’s words describe his roller coaster ride of abuse and recovery in a powerful way that draws the reader in. I could feel his honesty, fears, frustrations, and joy. This is a fantastic book for first responders that will provide insight into some of the people they are called to serve. It’s also poignant for those who are facing their own demons, and let’s face it, we are all fighting something!
GREGORY W: amazon
A Must-Read Book!
Wow, I was completely blown away by Jason's story. He went from tragedy to triumph. From pain to purpose. And from loss to gain. Even if you are one who has not struggled with addiction you should read his book in order to be able to empathize and help others who might be struggling. This book is a powerful testimony of change though first making a personal decision to want to change and then surrounding yourself with others who will help you. So thankful and glad that Jason wrote this book and for showing me how important relationships are.
KENDRA: amazon
Phenomenally inspiring!
Jason’s story is nothing short of a miracle. His book is truly inspiring and deeply moving! His writing impeccably captures the essence of what it means to battle addiction, not only individually, but also how addiction can ravage the lives of all of those in the path of the addict and or alcoholic. Thank you for sharing your truth. Thank you for spreading your message of hope. I hope that people see themselves in your story, and I hope that they truly feel that there is a solution for them, too!