Assistant Director

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Camden County Program. The role includes recruiting, training, and supervising staff, plus monitoring performance and reporting metrics to the Program Director.

The successful candidate will manage intakes, staff coordination, and service hours while ensuring compliance with agency standards and cultural competence. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 3–5 years of related youth services experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Preference for strength-based, trauma-informed, family-centered knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and supervise staff.
• Monitor program performance and provide updates to the Program Director.
• Ensure quality service delivery and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate participant intakes, staffing, and service hours.
• Maintain organization, manage priorities, and problem-solve.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Education, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365 (Word)

Microsoft Office 365 (Excel)

Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook)

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Status:

Full-Time Salary

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Summary of Position:

The Assistant Director supports the Program Director in the overall operation of the Camden County Program. Responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, training, motivating, and supervising staff; monitoring program performance; and providing regular operational updates and performance metrics to the Program Director. The Assistant Director helps ensure quality service delivery, staff development, and compliance with organizational and program requirements.

• Responsible for conducting participant intakes, coordinating participant staffing, and managing the delivery of service hours to ensure appropriate service utilization and compliance with all YAP and referring authority requirements.
• Assists with monitoring program outcomes, service delivery, documentation, and compliance with agency, contractual, and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrates a commitment to YAP's strength-based, culturally competent, and unconditional care philosophy.
• Knowledge of mental health practices, juvenile justice systems, child welfare services, and budget management principles preferred.
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Creativity, initiative, and proactive problem-solving skills are essential.
• Strong leadership, communication, and staff development skills required.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Education, Business Administration or a related field experience
• 3 to 5 years of related experience in youth services, juvenile justice, community-based programs, behavioral health, child welfare, or program development.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory, management, or leadership experience is required.
• Experience recruiting, hiring, training, coaching, and supervising staff preferred.
• Knowledge in strength-based, trauma-informed, and family centered systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of the juvenile justice, child welfare, behavioral health, and community resource systems is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and related technology systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated commitment to YAP's strength-based, culturally competent, and unconditional care philosophy.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as program needs require.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage required
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred.

Benefits Available

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Paid time off.
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics