Richard Melendez

Richard Melendez is a Clinical Quality & Training Specialist at Aptihealth, specializing in mental health services, training, documentation, and clinical quality assurance since November 2023. Previously, Richard served as a Behavioral Health Specialist and Clinical Coordinator at New Choices Recovery Center, focusing on mental health interventions and individual counseling for dually diagnosed clients. Richard's experience includes roles as an Adjunct Professor at Russell Sage College and a Behavioral Health Counselor III at St. Peter's Health Partners, providing group counseling for substance abuse. Richard holds multiple degrees, including a Master's in Counseling and Community Psychology and an Associate in Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Counseling. Ongoing education includes a Master's in Health Services Administration at Russell Sage College. Richard's career also encompasses various technical support roles in the healthcare and software industries.