Ricardo Torres

Ricardo Torres is an experienced social services professional with a diverse background in leadership roles focused on housing and crisis intervention. Currently serving as Executive Director for Transitional Housing Programs at the Neighborhood Association for Inter-Cultural Affairs since July 2023, Ricardo previously held the position of Director of Homeless Services at Westhab, Inc. for 13 years. Additional experience includes board membership at the National Association of Social Workers - NYC Chapter and various direct service roles at organizations such as University Settlement Society of New York and Coalition for the Homeless, Inc. Ricardo holds a Master of Social Work from Fordham University, a Certificate in Middle Management from Columbia University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Stony Brook University.