David Gretick, MSSA, LISW-S has been a dedicated human services professional for 25 years, serving in a spectrum of roles ranging from direct service through director. Areas of expertise include domestic/intimate partner violence, trauma, behavioral health treatment (mental health and substance use disorder), project development and operationalization, homelessness, harm reduction, and public health. He is honored to be able to contribute to the mission of Front Steps Services and is excited to serve as its new COO alongside its amazing leadership, staff, residents and clients.

David lives in Cleveland with his wife, two young-adult children, and two finicky cats. Passions include running where his wife’s enthusiasm takes them (marathons, 5 k’s, half marathons, trail races, ultras, etc.), gardening (heirloom and organic, mostly), and playing music (drums and keyboards)