​​Executive Director

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Michelle Matics, MHA, LNHA, CALA, CDP

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Michelle is an experienced C-suite level executive with 15 years of operational leadership in healthcare and social services organizations. Throughout her career, she has served diverse populations including domestic violence survivors, geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, and children and adults with developmental disabilities. Her expertise spans a range of care settings, including group homes and Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs), where she has overseen programs focused on person-centered care, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement.

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Ms. Matics earned her Master's degree with academic distinction in Healthcare Administration from Seton Hall University, and her dual Bachelor of Arts degrees from Rutgers University. She also holds the following post-graduate certifications: Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) in New York State, Licensed Assisted Living Administrator (CALA) in New Jersey, and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP). She is currently enrolled at Rutgers University, pursuing her second Master's degree in Social Work with a clinical focus on family therapy and developmental disabilities.

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Clinical Director

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Jennifer Alvich, Ed, BCBA, LBA (NJ/NY)

 

Jennifer serves as the Clinical Director for Quest Autism Programs, Inc and holds a master’s degree in education and behavioral Analysis. She is a board-certified behavioral analyst in the states of NJ and NY.

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Jennifer merges education, advocacy and clinical supports for our participants. As an educator and BCBA in both NJ and NY and throughout her career, Jennifer continues the privilege of supporting individuals with a wide range of needs and abilities. Her professional experiences have taught her that every person has strengths, interests, and goals that deserve to be recognized and celebrated. She believes our job is not to place limits on what someone can accomplish, but to find the right support and opportunities to help them reach their potential.

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Her goal is always to approach everyone with patience, compassion, and an open mind, while working alongside families, caregivers, teachers, and other professionals to create meaningful and lasting progress.

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Program Manager

                                              

Jennire'tt Whitaker

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Jennire’tt  brings over 10 years experience and passion in working with individuals and families in various communities. She holds a BA in Child Advocacy and Policy from Montclair State University. Jenni has extensive experience working in the social service field. Her time has been spent working with the DDD population in numerous capacities with The Department of Children and Families, Youth Consultation Services, Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation and Pediatrics, Behavior Specialist and Program Director at Spectrum for Living. Her role as Program Manager at Quest will be to ensure that each and every client receives premium services. Her objective here at Quest is to lead with respect, love and care.​​​​​​​​

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