Andrew earned his master’s degree in social work from Rutgers University in 2003 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 2006. Since beginning his career in behavioral healthcare in 2001, he has developed a broad and deep expertise across a wide spectrum of service delivery models, including residential treatment, outpatient care, methadone maintenance, private practice, and school-based services.
Over the years, Andrew has held key leadership and supervisory roles in both non-profit and for-profit organizations. Since 2006, he has successfully managed programs in diverse treatment settings, with a consistent focus on enhancing clinical outcomes and operational performance.
In his current role as Interim Vice President of Operations at Gaudenzia, Inc., Andrew oversees a wide range of services across the organization’s footprint. He is dedicated to advancing high-quality care and fostering innovative service delivery. His leadership has been instrumental in expanding Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services, including the launch of Pennsylvania’s first mobile Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP).
Andrew also champions technology-driven initiatives that integrate evidence-based practices and streamline administrative processes, enabling clinicians to focus more on client care. His work reflects a dynamic blend of strategic vision, program development, and operational excellence.
Why I Work at Gaudenzia:
“I work at Gaudenzia because it is uniquely positioned to serve in a wide array of settings and programs, providing treatment for an expansive range of populations- and offering evidence-based treatments with a caring, comforting hand. I believe that Gaudenzia employees have an effective balance of compassionate services, coupled with a scientific approach that provides positive outcomes for the individuals we serve. Gaudenzia has embraced technology and the wide array of opportunities and resources it provides. This is exemplified in making data-informed decisions as an agency, region, program — or from an individual client-focused perspective.”