Vista Hill
To enhance and improve the quality of life for families and individuals of all ages by providing an array of mental / behavioral health, educational and social services in a fiscally responsible manner.
Welcome New President and CEO
Richie Ploesch, President & CEO
Vista Hill Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, Richie Ploesch.
Richie has more than 15 years of executive leadership experience spanning behavioral health, nonprofit, and education organizations. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated success in scaling programs, strengthening organizational culture, and expanding access to high-quality care. Most recently, Richie served as Vice President of Center Development at Learn Behavioral, a national behavioral health organization that provides services to children with developmental disabilities.
As Vista Hill continues its mission of enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families through behavioral health, educational, and social services, Richie will lead the organization into its next chapter of impact and innovation. “The behavioral health services landscape around us is shifting, but what will not change is what makes Vista Hill work: our people,” said Richie. “I’m most looking forward to getting to know our staff and the clients we serve. They are the reason this organization has mattered to San Diego for nearly 70 years, and they will be the reason it matters for decades to come.”
Honoring Retired CEO Robert Dean
Former President & CEO, Robert Dean
In honor of President and CEO Robert E. Dean's retirement, Vista Hill Foundation proudly names its La Mesa site the Robert E. Dean Campus, recognizing his extraordinary legacy of service, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to the organization.
For 54 years, Rob has devoted his career to advancing Vista Hill's mission and improving the lives of thousands of children, adults, and families throughout San Diego County. During his 22 years as President and CEO, he guided the organization through remarkable growth while remaining steadfast in his belief that every individual deserves compassionate, person-centered care and the opportunity to thrive.
The Robert E. Dean Campus is home to two programs that embody Rob's lifelong passion for transforming lives: the Donald K. Allen ParentCare Family Recovery Center and Stein Education Center Adult Services. Here, individuals and families find hope, healing, education, recovery, independence, and the support to build brighter futures.
May the Robert E. Dean Campus forever stand as a tribute to Rob's remarkable leadership and enduring impact, inspiring future generations to carry forward Vista Hill's mission of changing lives with compassion, dignity, and hope.
