Jess Grier, MS, MBA, LPC (she/her)

WellSpan Health

Jessica Grier brings over 25 years of experience in community-based behavioral health, with a strong foundation in both clinical care and leadership. She holds a Master’s in Clinical Counseling, an MBA in Healthcare Administration, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Jessica currently oversees eight behavioral health programs across four counties, guiding a broad team of professionals. Her leadership centers on developing strong, effective leaders who drive lasting change in their communities.

She is also a dedicated community advocate, serving on the board of the Lebanon Community Health Council, co-chairing the Annual Cultural Diversity Conference, and contributing to several local coalitions, including the Better Together Behavioral Health Committee and the United Way Community Impact Committee.

Facilitator: Morning Keynote, Who is my neighbor?

8:30 - 9:30 Morning Keynote

Wednesday Morning 2025

Who is my neighbor? A deeper dive.

The keynote will kick off the conference and frame our central question: Who is My Neighbor? It will provide a high-level overview of Lebanon County’s current population and demographics, and include insights from grassroots community leaders. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to connect with and support our neighbors.

Moderator: Jess Grier

Content expert: Nicole Gray

Panelists: Laurie Funk, Maggie Progin, Guadalupe Barba, Richard Mahida, Amber Abreu