Paul John “Pj” van Ness

Paul John "PJ" Van Ness has extensive experience in the behavioral health industry. Paul John “PJ” is currently working as the Division President at Discovery Behavioral Health since August 2022. Prior to this role, they held positions as the VP of Organizational Growth and Vice President of Admissions at the same company, starting in April 2020 and December 2018, respectively.

Before joining Discovery Behavioral Health, Van Ness worked at Center for Discovery, starting in 2012. Paul John “PJ” held various roles at this company, including Director of Admissions, Associate Director of Admissions, and Lead of Admissions Operations. Their tenure at Center for Discovery lasted until an unspecified date.

Van Ness's career in the behavioral health industry began in 2011 at Able to Change Recovery. Paul John “PJ” served as the Admissions & Facility Manager until June 2012.

Overall, Van Ness has a strong background in admissions and organizational growth within the behavioral health sector.

From 2008 to 2011, Paul John “PJ” Van Ness pursued a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management at San Francisco State University.