Janice Rybicki, Lpc, Ccm
About Janice Rybicki, Lpc, Ccm
Janice Rybicki is a Manager of Clinical Design at Highmark Inc., with over twenty years of experience in the behavioral health field. She has held various roles, including managerial positions and therapist, and has a strong educational background in mental health counseling and music therapy.
Current Role at Highmark
Janice Rybicki currently holds the position of Manager, Clinical Design at Highmark Inc., a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she leads initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical practices within the organization. Additionally, she serves as the Product Owner of a Behavioral Health Agile Team at Highmark Health, where she focuses on implementing cost-saving initiatives that improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Highmark
Prior to her current role, Janice Rybicki worked at Highmark Inc. for a total of eleven years. From 2016 to 2021, she served as Manager of Behavioral Health, overseeing various programs and initiatives. Before that, from 2010 to 2016, she was a Senior Care Manager in the Behavioral Health department, where she managed care processes and coordinated services for clients.
Background in Behavioral Health
Janice Rybicki has over two decades of experience in the behavioral health field. Her career includes roles ranging from therapist to managerial positions, demonstrating her comprehensive understanding of the industry. She worked as a Team Lead for the Partial Hospitalization Program at Family Services of Western Pennsylvania from 2006 to 2010 and as a Therapist at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center from 2000 to 2006.
Educational Qualifications
Janice Rybicki has a diverse educational background that includes a Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Music Therapy from Duquesne University. This combination of degrees reflects her commitment to both mental health counseling and therapeutic practices.