- Location
- Vineland, NJ
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Lead
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
Lead With Purpose as a Residential Team Leader
Take the next step in your behavioral health career by leading a dedicated residential services team committed to helping individuals achieve recovery, independence, and successful community living.
Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a Full-Time Residential Team Leader to support and oversee residential services in Vineland, New Jersey.
This leadership opportunity is ideal for experienced Residential Counselors, Residential Supervisors, Behavioral Health Team Leaders, Group Home Managers, Residential Program Coordinators, and Mental Health Professionals who enjoy mentoring staff, supporting residents in recovery, and ensuring high-quality service delivery in a community-based behavioral health setting.
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, nurses, social workers, case managers, counselors, and support professionals is dedicated to helping individuals achieve recovery, stability, and improved quality of life through compassionate, person-centered care.
We're proud to be recognized as the 2026 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce, reflecting our dedication to community service and behavioral healthcare excellence.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership Development and Advancement Opportunities
What You'll Do
As a Residential Team Leader, you'll oversee daily operations within our residential behavioral health program while ensuring residents receive quality, recovery-oriented services in a safe and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise residential staff and day-to-day program operations
- Provide leadership, coaching, and support to direct care team members
- Support recovery-oriented and person-centered residential services
- Develop, monitor, and review individualized treatment and recovery plans
- Coordinate care with treatment providers, case managers, community agencies, and support services
- Facilitate resident meetings, recreational activities, and skill-building opportunities
- Monitor program documentation and ensure compliance with agency and DMHAS standards
- Assist with staffing coverage, scheduling needs, and emergency situations
- Support quality improvement initiatives and program performance goals
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, or a related mental health field
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a residential mental health, behavioral health, psychiatric rehabilitation, or group home setting
- Previous supervisory, leadership, or team lead experience
- Knowledge of community resources, behavioral health systems, and support services
- Valid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving history
Skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and staff development abilities
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment environment
- Commitment to recovery-oriented care and client advocacy
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with DMHAS programs, regulations, and standards
- Experience supervising residential behavioral health or group home staff
- Experience with treatment planning, psychiatric rehabilitation, and behavioral health services
- Knowledge of community mental health and recovery-oriented practices
- Experience supporting individuals living with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Build Your Leadership Career With Us
If you're an experienced Residential Supervisor, Residential Counselor, Behavioral Health Team Leader, Group Home Supervisor, or Human Services Professional ready to expand your leadership skills while making a lasting difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a mission-driven organization where your leadership directly supports recovery, independence, and positive outcomes for individuals throughout our community.
Apply today and join Cumberland County Guidance Center's Residential Services Leadership Team in Vineland, NJ.