Ellice Barbarash

Ellice Barbarash, MS, CPEA, is a seasoned professional in safety and health advocacy with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and occupational safety within the healthcare sector. Currently serving as a Senior Safety and Health Advocate at AFSCME since October 2022, Ellice previously held the role of Senior Safety and Education Coordinator at HPAE from July 2018 to April 2022, where contributions included developing compliance strategies related to occupational hazards during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior experience includes serving as Safety Manager at District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund, coordinating safety training for frontline healthcare employees, and holding various safety-related roles at ConEd, where responsibilities encompassed safety audits and regulatory compliance. Ellice's career began at AFSCME DC 37, where extensive safety and risk management initiatives were undertaken. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences from CUNY Hunter College and a Bachelor's degree in Literature and Women's Studies from Empire State College.