Denise Luft
About Denise Luft
Denise Luft serves as the Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance at Green Chimneys, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in therapy and extensive experience in program development within the non-profit sector, she has held various roles at Green Chimneys and previously worked at Cornell University.
Work at Green Chimneys
Denise Luft has held multiple roles at Green Chimneys since 2001. She began her tenure as a Unit Supervisor, a position she held until 2006. Following this, she worked as a Therapist from 2006 to 2009, providing therapeutic services. Denise then served as a Supervisor from 2009 to 2017, where she oversaw various programs. In 2017, she advanced to the position of Director of Quality Assurance & Compliance, where she has been responsible for ensuring program quality and adherence to compliance standards for the past seven years.
Education and Expertise
Denise Luft earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from Old Dominion University, completing her studies from 1996 to 2000. She furthered her education at Western Connecticut State University, where she obtained a Master's degree in Counseling from 2002 to 2006. Her academic background supports her extensive experience in program development and evaluation within the non-profit sector, enhancing her expertise in quality assurance and compliance.
Background
Denise Luft has a robust background in human services, with a career spanning over two decades. Prior to her current role at Green Chimneys, she worked at Cornell University as part of the Adherence Rating - DBT-C Pilot Study from 2015 to 2016. Her extensive experience in various capacities at Green Chimneys has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of non-profit organization management and therapeutic practices.
Achievements
Denise Luft has a demonstrated history of enhancing quality assurance and compliance within non-profit organizations. Her extensive experience in program development and evaluation has contributed to her effectiveness in her current role. Denise's strong skills in therapy have also played a significant role in her contributions to human services, reflecting her commitment to improving program outcomes.