CODAC Leadership
Executive Leadership
Linda E. Hurley
PRESIDENT AND CEO
Linda Hurley has worked in substance abuse treatment and behavioral healthcare for more than 30 years. She has been with CODAC since 1991 and was named CODAC’s President/CEO in 2016. Under Ms. Hurley’s leadership, CODAC was the first Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in the nation to receive Health Home certification and the first OTP in RI to be designated as a Center of Excellence. Furthermore, Ms. Hurley established a first of its kind comprehensive Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program for corrections, a recognized Tobacco Cessation program, and one of the first HCV treatment programs embedded in an OTP. Ms. Hurley has been a leader in working to effect policy change in RI, serving on numerous boards and coalitions. She has also been called as a consultant for state and federal agencies, including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) and the United States Senate.
Alisha Bourdeau
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)
Alisha Bourdeau has been with CODAC since 2001. After seven years as CODAC’s Director of Finance, she was named CFO in 2016. Ms. Bourdeau is responsible for fiscal management of the agency and oversees all financial functions at CODAC. In 2010, Ms. Bourdeau’s job title was expanded to include Director of Human Resources. In this capacity, she is responsible for implementation and oversight of all CODAC Human Resource services, policies, and programs. She is also tasked with ensuring agency compliance with all employment-related regulatory requirements.
Dustin Alvanas
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Dustin Alvanas has rejoined CODAC as Chief Operating Officer. With a demonstrated history of working in the substance abuse treatment and mental health industry, Dustin will be responsible for the strategic operation of CODAC programming. In partnership with the executive leadership team, he will work to implement innovative programming, as well as supervise the clinical and operational aspects of the organization. He was also a liaison with CODAC partners as well as the Board of Directors.
During his earlier time at CODAC, Dustin played a critical role in the development of CODAC’s Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Health Home, Center of Excellence, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Corrections programs. He has provided national speaking presentations at the SAMHSA Opioid Response Network Conference on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in Correctional Settings. He has also presented at the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AATOD) Conference, where he discussed the importance of implementing telehealth in Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT) to better serve rural areas. Dustin holds a Master of Business Administration from Johnston & Wales University and a Master of Science in Psychology from Walden University.
Catherine DeGood, DO
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER (CMO)
Dr. Catherine DeGood graduated from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency in family and social medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. Her interest in working with people with substance use disorders led her to practice addiction medicine after residency. She is board certified in Family and Addiction Medicine. Her special areas of interest are the biopsychosocial approach to chronic pain, mental health and addiction treatment.
David Nefussy
Chief Business Officer (CBO)
David Nefussy is Chief Business Officer. David brings with him over 25 years of experience in managed behavioral healthcare. He will be responsible for negotiating agreements with managed care organizations, third-party payors, and private insurance companies while overseeing all contracting, credentialing, network management and provider relation activities.
David Nefussy previously worked at Spectrum Health Systems as Vice President of Payor Relations. Prior to that, he served as regional director of provider network services for five New England states at OPTUM Health. David has worked in a similar capacity for many health systems, including Magellan, Beacon Health Strategies, and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care. David holds a BA from Clark University.
Senior Leadership
Director of Healthcare services
Barbara Trout has more than 25 years of experience providing services to individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Ms. Trout works closely with the Nursing and Pharmacy departments as well as the Clinical and Medical departments to provide multidisciplinary care to persons served at CODAC. She is also charged with working with the Leadership team on expanding services to our clientele. Ms. Trout has vast experience in maintaining and upholding CARF, Federal and State requirements and regulations. She has been involved in programs such as the NEATTC Leadership Program and MAT Health Homes, as well as oversight of various grants with community partners. She brings a wealth of knowledge, critical thinking skills and a broad skillset to the team in developing policy and procedure, implementing new programs, trainings for staff and external groups in the field of medication assisted recovery and maintaining quality care to our patients.
Senior Director of Clinical Services
Laurie McNiff, LICSW, is a dedicated clinical social worker with a wealth of experience spanning over a decade. Laurie’s journey in the field of social work began with her Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of New Hampshire, where she graduated Cum Laude. She continued her education at the same institution, earning a Master of Social Work degree with Advanced Standing.
Throughout her career, Laurie has held various roles in clinical settings, demonstrating her commitment to improving the lives of individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. She has served as a Resident Advisor, Clinician, Program Director, and Director of Clinical Services in organizations across Rhode Island, Florida, and Maine.
In her current role as Director of Clinical Services at Codac Inc., Laurie oversees clinical services services for the MAT and Mental Health Programs. She is dedicated to optimizing patient outcomes through staff management and policy implementation.
Laurie has received recognition for her contributions, including receiving awards from the NH Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers and the Social Justice Award from the University of New Hampshire.
Outside of work, Laurie volunteers with organizations like Give an Hour and the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health. With her extensive experience and commitment to social work, Laurie continues to make a positive impact in the field, advocating for the well-being of individuals and communities.
Director of Human Resources
Director of General Outpatient Services
Laura Levine received her C.A.G.S. at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1996. Laura began her career at CODAC as a counselor in Newport in 1998. Laura then moved to Wakefield CODAC when it opened. She was the first Program Director for that site. Laura then went to CODAC East Bay as the Program Director. She was there for 11 years. In 2019 CODAC opened a COE center specializing in Pain Treatment at Eleanor Slater with Laura as the Program Director. Currently Laura is the Associate Director of General Outpatient Services. Laura has an LMHC, LCDP and LCDCS.
Director of MAT Services
Director of Training
As Training Director, Beth administers CODAC’s Motivational Interviewing training initiatives and oversees programs related to tobacco and nicotine treatment. She is an experienced MI trainer and a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), developing and facilitating training tailored to a wide variety of medical, behavioral health and social service agencies nationwide.
With a clinical background in health coaching, she holds the National Board Certification in Health and Wellness Coaching, National Certificate in Tobacco Treatment Practice and National Certification in Nicotine and Tobacco Treatment. Beth is a trainer for the internationally accredited Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS) certification and co-author of the University of Massachusetts Medical School TTS training curriculum. Before joining CODAC in 2017, Beth conducted over 8,000 disease management sessions as a bilingual health coach and developed MI training for a team of 14,000 registered dieticians, exercise physiologists and registered nurses.
Her boots-on-the-ground experience translates into impactful, practical training programs that help participants increase their competence and confidence when helping others.
Beth has enjoyed living and working in Asia and Latin America and speaks fluent Spanish.
Director Of Administration
Director Of Information Technology
Director Of Quality Improvement
Confidential Executive Assistant to the CEO
