About Raise The Bottom Idaho

Jason began his career in behavioral health more than 25 years ago as a Registered Nurse and joined Raise the Bottom in 2010. In 2013, he became a co-owner and managing member, helping guide RTB through seasons of growth and change. What drives Jason most, however, is not only his professional experience but his personal journey with addiction and the spiritual calling he feels to serve others.

Those experiences have shaped RTB’s mission to provide hope, dignity, and second chances to people in recovery. Jason believes the heart of the organization’s success comes from building authentic relationships, empowering a strong team, and creating an environment where patients and staff can thrive.

As Executive Director, he focuses on supporting his employees with the tools and encouragement they need to deliver compassionate, effective care. Away from work, Jason enjoys time with family, Olympic weightlifting, movies and cooking.

Board-Certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine

Dr. Nina Abul-Husn is a dual Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician and Addiction Medicine Specialist. Her full-scope general medicine training provides her the ability to provide comprehensive medical care for people of all ages, though her passion and dedication lies in helping those with substance use and mental health conditions.

She has an extensive background in the life sciences, having graduated from Indiana University with a degree in biochemistry and microbiology, as well as a background in public health and tropical medicine, having graduated with a Master’s degree from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. She completed her medical training and has been practicing in the Treasure Valley since 2012.

Dr. Nina is passionate about helping patients navigate the complexities of substance use and mental health with a warm and understanding approach. She strives to create a safe and nurturing environment where healing and growth can flourish and believes that every step forward, no matter how small, is a success worth celebrating. Dr. Nina is committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals on their journey to recovery and is dedicated to supporting her patients every step of the way.

Kara Taylor serves as Raise the Bottom’s Clinical Director, overseeing treatment supervisors and clinical staff across Boise, Nampa, and Pocatello. She began her journey with Raise the Bottom in 2014 as a social work intern and quickly advanced through the roles of counselor, supervisor, and director. In 2020, she earned her Master of Social Work and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2023.

Kara ensures counseling positions are staffed with highly qualified candidates, provides training and chart reviews, and keeps documentation compliant with CARF, ASAM, and insurance requirements. She collaborates closely with medical and clinical teams on patient care and maintains a small caseload to stay connected to frontline challenges. She also supports the Customer Support Specialist team, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.

Dedicated for over a decade, Kara values helping patients reclaim their lives and appreciates the supportive, wellness-focused culture at Raise the Bottom.

Cheryl has spent over 30 years helping individuals and organizations grow — as a coach and facilitator focused on emotional intelligence, and as a nurse and nurse practitioner.

After earning her ASN in 2006 and BSN in 2008, she worked across multiple hospital specialties before transitioning into home health and hospice. In 2011, Cheryl joined Raise the Bottom as a part-time RN while completing her MSN and becoming a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in 2012. She later added a Post-Master’s Certification in Substance Use Disorders, becoming a Certified Addiction Registered Nurse – Advanced Practice (CARN-AP).

Since 2017, Cheryl has served full time as a Nurse Practitioner and Medical Manager for all Raise the Bottom locations, supporting patients with OUD and co-occurring disorders while guiding staff development, compliance, and community partnerships. Passionate about patient care and team culture, Cheryl sees her work as both a calling and a privilege.

Samantha is Raise the Bottom’s Human Resources and Compliance Manager, overseeing staff across Boise, Nampa, and Pocatello while ensuring compliance with CARF, State, DEA, and Federal regulations. She joined the organization in 2017 as an Administrative Assistant and quickly advanced into leadership roles, ultimately finding her passion in HR and compliance.

With a bachelor’s degree in Composite Social Science, Samantha manages all aspects of hiring, training, employee relations, and regulatory oversight. She has played a key role in Raise the Bottom maintaining its highest-level, 3-year CARF accreditation, most recently earning excellent results in the 2024 survey.

Samantha values the family-like culture of Raise the Bottom and is committed to continually strengthening its workforce and policies. Outside of work, she enjoys outdoor activities, playing soccer, camping, and baking sourdough. She is passionate about healthy living and loves encouraging her two boys to build confidence and strength.

Stacey joined Raise the Bottom in 2017, bringing nearly two decades of bookkeeping experience and over 13 years of insurance and human resources expertise. Within months, her strong attention to detail, organization, and financial acumen led to her promotion to Controller, where she streamlined financial processes, implemented CARF-aligned policies, and integrated billing and accounting functions.

In 2019, Stacey was promoted to Finance Manager, overseeing all aspects of finance, payroll, insurance, billing, payer relations, tax reporting, grant applications, and year-end reviews across all clinic locations. She has also led the successful transition of billing services in-house by designing and managing the EMR billing database.

Stacey values working at Raise the Bottom because of its culture of humility, grace, and employee empowerment. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two daughters, watching scary movies, solving puzzles, catching up on “Impractical Jokers,” and soaking up sunshine in her yard.