Heather Wenzel, Ma, Acc
About Heather Wenzel, Ma, Acc
Heather Wenzel serves as the Associate Vice President of Operations at Citizen Advocates, Inc., where she has held various leadership roles since 2020. She holds a Master of Arts degree and has a strong focus on enhancing quality of life through personalized support and occupational therapy.
Current Role at Citizen Advocates
Heather Wenzel serves as the Associate Vice President of Operations at Citizen Advocates, Inc. since 2023. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects to enhance service delivery and organizational efficiency. Previously, she held the position of Senior Director of Operations at the same organization, starting in 2022. Her responsibilities include strategic planning and implementation of community support initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals served by the organization.
Previous Positions at Citizen Advocates
Heather Wenzel has held multiple positions at Citizen Advocates, Inc. She was the Director of Community Support Operations from 2020 to 2021, where she managed community-based programs. Following this, she served as the Director of Community Living for four months in 2021. In 2022, she took on the role of Senior Director of Community Operations for five months, contributing to the development and management of community services before advancing to her current position.
Educational Background
Heather Wenzel holds a Master of Arts degree in Speech Communication and Rhetoric from the State University of New York College at Potsdam, which she earned between 2002 and 2004. She also completed a Bachelor's degree in Communications/English Writing at the same institution from 1996 to 2001. Additionally, she obtained a Project Management Certificate from Cornell University and a Professional Certificate in Leadership Coaching for Organizational Performance from Rutgers University in 2022.
Focus and Philosophy
Heather Wenzel focuses on enhancing the lives of individuals by identifying their personal goals and aspirations. She is committed to improving quality of life through engaging activities and believes in the importance of occupational therapy in achieving these objectives. Her approach emphasizes the significance of tailored support and community involvement in fostering individual growth.