Kathleen Gaffney Babb
About Kathleen Gaffney Babb
Kathleen Gaffney Babb serves as the Executive Vice President and COO at Helio Health, Inc., where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in human services and education, having held various roles at Helio Health and currently teaching at Onondaga Community College.
Current Role at Helio Health
Kathleen Gaffney Babb serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Helio Health, Inc. since 2016. In this role, she oversees the organization's operations within the human services sector. Her leadership contributes to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the organization, ensuring that it meets the needs of the communities it serves.
Previous Experience at Helio Health
Prior to her current position, Kathleen held various roles at Helio Health, Inc. She served as Vice President from 2006 to 2014, where she was responsible for significant operational functions. Additionally, she worked as Service Director from 1991 to 2004, accumulating over 20 years of experience within the organization, which provided her with a comprehensive understanding of its mission and services.
Experience at Netsmart Technologies
Kathleen worked as a Solutions Architect at Netsmart Technologies for a period of 10 months in 2015 to 2016. During her tenure, she contributed to the development and implementation of technology solutions aimed at improving healthcare services, leveraging her expertise in the field.
Academic Background and Teaching Role
Kathleen Gaffney Babb studied at Syracuse University, where she earned a Master of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from 1998 to 2000. In addition to her administrative roles, she has been an Adjunct Professor at Onondaga Community College since 2004, teaching 3-4 Counseling courses per semester. She ensures that the courses comply with SUNY college academic standards and utilizes the Angel learning platform for distance learning.