Associate Director; Adjunct Professor
SAIL / Adelphi University
Massapequa, New York
Ricky Demirakos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works as the Associate Director of SAIL, a mental health organization in New York serving people with mental illness and substance use disorders, and an Adjunct Professor at Adelphi University's School of Social Work. Ricky received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology at Stony Brook University, Master of Arts in Psychology at Adelphi University, Master of Social Work at Adelphi University, and is completing his PhD at Adelphi University in Spring 2023. Ricky is an executive leader with over 13 years of experience working with adults and youth starting out as a caseworker, clinician, and overseeing operations and quality of care in managerial and administrative leadership roles. Ricky has had opportunities directing New York State Office of Mental Health licensed services, state operated inpatient and community services for youth, expanding new programs, and streamlining services for individuals with mental health and substance use issues throughout Long Island and New York City.
Monday, May 1, 2023
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM