Alana De Sciora
Oyster Bay,NY
Summary
Executive Director-level operations leader with 20+ years of experience driving multi-site operations, regulatory compliance, HR strategy, and large-team leadership (50+ staff) within complex healthcare and social service environments. Doctorate-level LMSW-C with expertise in KPI optimization, enterprise systems management, workforce development, and organizational growth. Recognized for building high-performing teams, strengthening compliance frameworks, and delivering measurable operational and financial results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Northwell Health & Stony Brook University Hospital
Long Island
08.2024 - Current
- Provide executive oversight across two hospitals and affiliated academic programs, integrating clinical, administrative, and educational operations.
- Lead multi-site operational management including budgeting, payroll, HR functions, compliance, and resource allocation.
- Drive performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care quality, operational efficiency, and academic program delivery.
- Develop and implement organizational policies aligned with state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and performance management for large interdisciplinary teams.
- Collaborate with executive leadership, board members, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders to advance institutional objectives.
- Spearhead enterprise-wide change management and operational optimization initiatives.
Lead Self-Direction Broker
East End Disabilities Inc.
Long Island
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Supervised and developed a team of brokers, ensuring regulatory compliance and consistent service execution.
- Led stakeholder engagement panels and educational sessions to increase program participation and service understanding.
- Designed and delivered training programs for families and external partners.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with schools, families, and service providers to expand program reach and impact.
- Improved compliance adherence and team performance through structured oversight and performance monitoring.
Program Development & Operations Lead
Beacon Therapy Group
Long Island
03.2015 - 02.2024
- Led regional program expansion across Long Island, NYC, Westchester, and Dutchess County.
- Managed contract negotiations, provider relationships, and compliance oversight.
- Directed recruitment, hiring, training, and coaching of clinical and operational teams.
- Oversaw payroll approvals and contractor accounts using QuickBooks.
- Developed data tracking systems to measure program effectiveness and optimize performance.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships to drive business growth and service expansion.
Client Services & Community Outreach Leader
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises
Long Island
03.2007 - 06.2014
- Directed client assessment, placement, and transition services across residential and community settings.
- Led grant writing initiatives and program evaluation efforts to support organizational growth.
- Developed systems to monitor service effectiveness and improve client outcomes.
- Strengthened community partnerships and stakeholder engagement across multiple regions.
- Maintained regulatory compliance through coordination with state oversight offices.
Education
Doctorate of Social Welfare - LMSW-C, Clinical
Stony Brook University
NY01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Social Work, Minor in Psychology
State University of New York at Plattsburgh
01.2006
Regents Diploma -
Paul D. Schreiber High School
01.2002
Skills
- Organizational & Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Multi-Site Operations Management
- KPI Development & Performance Optimization
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- HR Strategy, Payroll & Workforce Development
- Budget Oversight & Cost Control
- Process Improvement & Change Management
- Revenue Growth & Business Development
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Quality Management Systems (QT9, ComplianceQuest)
- Enterprise Systems: ADP, UKG, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle, Salesforce, Epic, athenahealth, EHR
Timeline
Director of Operations
Northwell Health & Stony Brook University Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Lead Self-Direction Broker
East End Disabilities Inc.
12.2021 - 04.2024
Program Development & Operations Lead
Beacon Therapy Group
03.2015 - 02.2024
Client Services & Community Outreach Leader
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises
03.2007 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Social Work, Minor in Psychology
State University of New York at Plattsburgh
Doctorate of Social Welfare - LMSW-C, Clinical
Stony Brook University
Regents Diploma -
Paul D. Schreiber High School