COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Community Support Services Assistant Director

Join Cumberland County Guidance Center as a Full-Time Community Support Services Assistant Director and immerse yourself in a vibrant work environment that prioritizes flexible practices and energetic collaboration. In this onsite role, you'll directly impact the lives of individuals and families by leading a dedicated team committed to customer-centric solutions. This position offers the thrilling opportunity to innovate and implement effective support strategies, ensuring the highest level of service in our community. You'll thrive in a culture that empowers problem-solvers and empathetic leaders to make meaningful changes.

Engage with passionate professionals, expand your skill set, and help shape the future of health care in Millville. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. Seize this chance to make a difference—apply now and become an integral part of a dynamic organization that values your expertise and commitment!

Hello, we're Cumberland County Guidance Center

For over 60 years, The Guidance Center has been a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care to individuals and families in Cumberland County, NJ. As a non-profit organization, our dedicated team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff, works to diagnose and treat all types of mental illness. Cumberland County Guidance Center is proud to be recognized as the 2026 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce. This honor reflects our commitment to serving the community and making a positive impact in the lives of those we support. Join our award-winning team and help us continue our mission of compassionate care and service.

Make a difference as a Community Support Services Assistant Director

As the Assistant Director of Community Support Services at Cumberland County Guidance Center, you will play a pivotal role in advocating for individuals while facilitating crucial service linkages and community integration for program participants. Your responsibilities will include supporting the development of essential daily living and social skills, conducting comprehensive rehabilitation assessments and plans, and providing timely crisis intervention when required. Working under clinical supervision, you will contribute to effective program oversight and maintain regulatory compliance while spearheading quality improvement initiatives.

Additionally, you will facilitate key administrative processes, including the management of representative payee funds and provide valuable in-field supervision alongside staff training. Your participation in team and clinical review meetings will be critical in ensuring coordinated care, making this an exciting opportunity to lead impactful change in individuals' lives within a supportive and dynamic setting.

Would you be a great Community Support Services Assistant Director?

To excel as the Assistant Director of Community Support Services at Cumberland County Guidance Center, candidates should possess a Master's degree from an accredited institution in a human service discipline, such as Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling. Active New Jersey licensure (LAC, LAMFT, or LSW) is essential, along with a minimum of one year of supervisory experience and two years in mental or behavioral health settings. Successful candidates will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of community resources and agencies, enabling them to effectively advocate for program participants. A valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record is required to ensure compliance with organizational insurance standards. While Spanish-speaking skills are preferred, they are not mandatory.

Additionally, a willingness to work a flexible 40-hour schedule that may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and participation in an on-call rotation is crucial for success in this dynamic role.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a human service discipline (e.g. Social Work, Psychology, Counseling)
• Active New Jersey licensure: LAC, LAMFT, or LSW
• One year of supervisory experience
• Two years of experience in mental health or behavioral health
• Knowledge of community resources and agencies
• Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage.
• Spanish-speaking preferred but not required
• Willingness to work a flexible 40-hour schedule which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and participation in an on-call rotation.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?

We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your management skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today!

A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.

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