Paul Faulk, Jr., serves as the Vice President of Behavioral Health Services at Elmcor, bringing over 25 years of dedicated experience in the fields of substance use and mental health. His professional journey includes significant contributions to various organizations, such as The Jewish Board Family and Children Services in New York City, the Broward Addiction Recovery Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx. In 2015, he actively participated in the United Way’s Commission on Behavioral Health and Drug Prevention in Fort Lauderdale, particularly in the Flakka Action Team, focusing on the synthetic drug epidemic.
Apart from his professional endeavors, Paul is known for his engagement in community education and advocacy. He is a passionate public speaker, focusing on raising awareness about the importance of addressing substance use and maintaining mental and physical health. His commitment extends beyond work, as he enjoys international travel and spending quality time with his family, friends, and his cat, Godzilla.
Paul’s educational background underpins his extensive career. Born and raised in The Bronx, he pursued higher education with a Masters in Public Administration/Health Administration from Long Island University. Further enhancing his qualifications, he obtained an MBA in Organizational Effectiveness from Empire State University. These academic achievements have played a pivotal role in shaping his approach to behavioral health and clinic operations.
Paul’s motivated by the quote:
You attract what you are, not what you want. If you want to be great, then be great. – Kushand Wizdom