The Arc Westchester has appointed Makeda Bishop of Cambria Heights, Queens, as assistant executive director for residential services where she will oversee and ensure the delivery of person-centered services to the people living in The Arc Westchester’s 44 residences.
“As the ages and abilities of the people living in our residences evolves, it is critical to have a team in place that is both strategic and agile,” said, Tibi Guzmán, executive director and CEO.”
Bishop has had experience working with a number of organizations and has served in comparable roles with General Human Outreach, Catholic Guardian Services, Life’s Worc, and Edwin Gould Services for Children and Families. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Howard University, a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Long Island University and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. She also holds a Certificate in Clinical Psychology, an ABA Certification and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, the American Psychological Association, and the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts.
