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Use Your Nursing Expertise to Help Transform Lives
Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a Full-Time PACT Nurse Specialist to join our Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team in Bridgeton, NJ.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Psychiatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Behavioral Health Nurse, Community Health Nurse, or Registered Nurse (RN) interested in providing recovery-focused care to adults living with serious and persistent mental illness within the community.
As a member of our multidisciplinary PACT team, you will deliver community-based psychiatric nursing services, medication management, health monitoring, patient education, care coordination, and wellness support that empowers individuals to achieve greater independence and improved quality of life.
About 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. As a nonprofit community mental health organization, our team of nurses, psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, counselors, and support professionals is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports recovery and wellness.
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 strengthening our community through exceptional mental health care and support services.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Discounts
- Continuing Education Support
- Professional Development Opportunities
What You'll Do
As a PACT Registered Nurse (RN), you'll provide direct nursing care and support to individuals receiving intensive community-based behavioral health services.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nursing and behavioral health assessments
- Monitor psychiatric symptoms, physical health conditions, and treatment effectiveness
- Administer and monitor psychiatric medications
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, primary care providers, and community agencies
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
- Assist clients in accessing medical, psychiatric, housing, and community resources
- Participate in community outreach, home visits, and crisis support activities as needed
What You'll Need
Required Qualifications
- Current New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) License
OR
- Advanced Nursing Degree for Nurse Specialists
- Minimum two years of experience working with individuals living with serious and persistent mental illness, psychiatric disorders, or chronic mental health conditions
- Knowledge of behavioral health services, psychiatric medications, and community resources
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation responsibilities
- Valid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications
- Psychiatric nursing experience
- Community Mental Health nursing experience
- Behavioral Health nursing experience
- Experience working within PACT, ACT, or intensive community treatment programs
- Supervisory or leadership experience
- Experience providing psychoeducation and medication management services
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a dedicated nursing professional looking for a rewarding career in community mental health, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Cumberland County Guidance Center team.
A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.
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