Stella Vlamis Pappas

Stella Vlamis Pappas serves as the Vice President of Behavioral Health Services at Healthfirst, a position held since May 2021, and maintains their role as Principal at Stella Pappas Associates, LLC, where C-suite level consultation and clinical social work are provided. Previously, Stella held various senior positions at UnitedHealth Group from July 2013 to May 2021, including Vice President of Behavioral Solutions, focusing on market trends, client relationships, and contract management. Stella's career also includes significant roles at the Institute for Community Living as Chief Operating Officer, and as Director of the Staten Island Mental Health Society. An adjunct professor at the Metropolitan College of New York, Stella has contributed to academic development in Public Administration. Stella holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Social Work from New York University and an Advanced Clinical Social Work Certificate.