Jay Hayston

Jay Hayston, LP.D has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Jay is currently serving as the President & CEO of Cedarcrest Center for Children with Disabilities. Jay is also an Adjunct Professor at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies.

Prior to their current positions, Jay worked as a Program Surveyor at CARF International starting in 2016. Jay then joined Seven Hills Foundation in 2018 as the Vice President for ASPiRE! and later became the Vice President of Seven Hills Rhode Island.

Before that, they held positions at Walnut Street Center, Inc as the Director of Day Services and Assistant Director of Day Services. Jay also worked at Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries as a Program Manager, Case Manager, and Developmental Specialist.

Earlier in their career, Jay served as a Behavior Specialist at BAMSI and worked as a Barista at Starbucks. Jay began their professional journey as a Developmental Services Worker and Intern at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services.

Overall, Jay Hayston brings a wealth of experience and expertise in various leadership, teaching, and support roles across the disability services field.

Jay Hayston, LP.D has a diverse education history. Jay obtained a Doctor of Law & Policy degree from Northeastern University between 2017 and 2019. Prior to that, they completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Organizational Strategy at Strayer University from 2014 to 2016. In 2011 to 2013, Jay earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Lesley University.

Besides their formal education, Jay also holds various certifications. In March 2017, they obtained certification in First Aid/CPR/AED from the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association. Additionally, in February 2017, they became certified as a First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor through the American Red Cross. In October 2016, Jay obtained certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention from the Crisis Prevention Institute. Lastly, in January 2015, they became certified as a Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention Instructor, also from the Crisis Prevention Institute.