AMY VILLANO
Cedar Knolls,NJ
Summary
Strategic Behavioral Health Executive with a proven track record in leading clinical services and operational strategy across diverse settings. Drives high-performing clinical operations, enhances quality and regulatory compliance, and optimizes resource allocation to expand access to care. Collaborates with executive leadership to advance program development and organizational performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director, NJ Recovery Services
ACENDA INTEGRATED HEALTH
Morristown, NJ
08.2021 - Current
- Supported clinical and operational services across outpatient behavioral health sites, supportive recovery housing for pregnant and postpartum mothers, and 50-bed recovery halfway house.
- Managed multisite performance, budgets, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and quality reporting to maintain high care standards.
- Worked with executive and clinical leaders to improve service quality and operational performance while aligning work with enterprise priorities.
- Maintained compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
Vice President of Clinical Services
ADVANCE HOUSING, INC.
Teterboro, NJ
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Directed strategic planning, regulatory compliance, quality reporting, program development, and grant acquisition to enhance service delivery.
- Coordinated alignment of clinical services and operational priorities with organizational strategy alongside senior leadership.
- Advised executive leadership on clinical program strategy and service improvement.
Clinical Director, Residential Services
DAYTOP OF NEW JERSEY, INC.
Mendham, NJ
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Oversaw delivery of medical, clinical, therapeutic, residential, and ancillary services by multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive care for residents.
- Led program development, ensured licensing compliance, and implemented quality initiatives while coordinating COVID-19 response planning.
- Directed clinical and operational services for a 60-bed adolescent substance use treatment facility with more than 70 employees.
Executive Clinical Director
STRIVE HEALTH OF PARAMUS
Paramus, NJ
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Directed clinical, administrative, and operational functions for an accredited substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment facility.
- Managed budgets, quality improvement initiatives, environment of care, operational processes, and VA grant activities to ensure compliance and enhance service delivery.
- Led Medicaid Plan of Correction and Joint Commission compliance efforts, resulting in improved client access and increased service throughput.
Program Coordinator, Adult Psychiatric Intensive Outpatient Services
SUMMIT OAKS HOSPITAL
Summit, NJ
11.2002 - 12.2018
- Directed clinical and operational activities for adult psychiatric intensive outpatient program, enhancing patient care and program efficiency.
- Oversaw staff performance, clinical workflows, and continuity of care, ensuring effective utilization management and discharge planning.
- Advanced quality service delivery through performance improvement initiatives and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs.
Education
Executive MBA - Healthcare Management
Fairleigh Dickinson University – Metropolitan Campus
Teaneck, NJ05-2007
BA/MA - Addictions Counseling
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Madison, NJ09-2000
Skills
- Quality improvement strategies
- Metrics evaluation and analysis
- Leadership in healthcare settings
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Implementation of programs
- Development of funding strategies
- Financial management and budgeting
- Operations management in behavioral health
- Initiatives for strategic planning
- Clinical administration proficiency
- Expertise in clinical administration
- Healthcare administration
Certification
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), New Jersey
License #37PC00299200 | 2003–Present, Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)
Credential #ACS1091 | 2010–Present
Timeline
Senior Director, NJ Recovery Services
ACENDA INTEGRATED HEALTH
08.2021 - Current
Vice President of Clinical Services
ADVANCE HOUSING, INC.
06.2020 - 08.2021
Clinical Director, Residential Services
DAYTOP OF NEW JERSEY, INC.
02.2020 - 06.2020
Executive Clinical Director
STRIVE HEALTH OF PARAMUS
01.2019 - 11.2019
Program Coordinator, Adult Psychiatric Intensive Outpatient Services
SUMMIT OAKS HOSPITAL
11.2002 - 12.2018
Executive MBA - Healthcare Management
Fairleigh Dickinson University – Metropolitan Campus
BA/MA - Addictions Counseling
Fairleigh Dickinson University