- Location
- Vineland, NJ
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
Help Individuals Thrive Through Compassionate Nursing Care
Use your nursing skills to support individuals living with mental health challenges while helping them achieve greater independence, stability, and overall wellness.
Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Residential Services team in Vineland, New Jersey.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced LPN, Behavioral Health Nurse, Psychiatric Nurse, Residential Nurse, or Community Mental Health Nurse who is passionate about providing person-centered care and supporting individuals living with serious mental illness in a residential treatment setting.
As a Residential LPN, you'll play a vital role in coordinating healthcare services, supporting medication management, providing health education, and helping residents develop the skills necessary to manage their physical and behavioral health needs successfully.
Why Join Cumberland County Guidance Center?
For more than 60 years, Cumberland County Guidance Center has been a trusted provider of behavioral health and mental health services throughout Cumberland County and Southern New Jersey. Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, nurses, counselors, case managers, and support professionals is committed to delivering compassionate, recovery-oriented care that helps individuals build healthier and more independent lives.
We are proud to be recognized as the 2026 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce, reflecting our commitment to strengthening our community through exceptional behavioral healthcare services.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development Opportunities
What You'll Do
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in our Residential Services Program, you'll help ensure residents receive coordinated medical care and support while promoting independence, wellness, and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate medical appointments and healthcare services for assigned residents
- Collaborate with residential leadership and treatment team members to support resident health needs
- Supervise resident self-administration of medications
- Monitor and document resident health concerns, appointments, and treatment recommendations
- Provide health education and skills training related to medication management, chronic health conditions, and wellness
- Facilitate individual and group educational sessions focused on health promotion and self-care
- Communicate medical needs, treatment recommendations, and healthcare updates to residential staff
- Promote compliance with NJAC 10:37A regulations and agency standards
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
- Support a safe, recovery-oriented residential environment
Required Qualifications
Education & Licensure
- Current New Jersey Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License
Experience
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working with individuals living with mental illness, behavioral health conditions, or related populations
- Knowledge of medication management and healthcare coordination practices
- Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work a full-time 40-hour work schedule
- Valid New Jersey driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, community mental health, or residential treatment settings
- Experience supporting individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI)
- Experience providing health education and medication training
- Knowledge of psychiatric medications and recovery-oriented care
- Experience working within multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Make a Difference Every Day
If you're a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Psychiatric Nurse, Behavioral Health Nurse, or Residential Services Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity to support individuals on their recovery journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a mission-driven organization where your nursing expertise helps individuals build independence, improve wellness, and achieve greater success in their daily lives.
Apply today and become part of Cumberland County Guidance Center's Residential Services team in Vineland, NJ.
A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.