Assistant State Director

Position Summary:

Necco has an opportunity for a career as Assistant State Director. This role will add the most value by using the company Scorecard to drive statewide growth and outcomes. Through a strong business acumen, sound leadership and effective cascading of strategic initiatives, the Assistant State Director will assist the State Director in increasing statewide productivity and capacity.

You should be accurately described as:

A happy warrior who thrives on leading from the front with strategic thinking. A solid communicator in search of decisions that deliver real results. A problem-solver, financial steward, and one who excels at collaboration. Ridiculously passionate about the company’s success, growth, and program quality.

The candidate selected will be responsible for the following:

Drive State Growth and Outcomes

• Spearhead special projects or program development as needs arise


• Work internally within various departments to access needed resources for programs

Quality, Performance, and Risk Management

• Provide program consultation and support regarding behavioral issues to staff and foster parents;


• Works with the State Director to advise and consult regarding program issues as well as mediation of foster parent and youth concerns;


• Ensure that all Necco policies and regulations are upheld and fulfilled as it pertains to consumer care


• Any other duties as assigned by Executive Director

Leadership and Staff Development

• Provides program oversight to all Georgia offices and staff including Regional and Program Directors


• Attend and participate in Necco Meeting Structure and conference calls related to program services


• Provide staff training and development (including curriculum development) and ensure adequate services are occurring

Corporate Citizen

• Practice ruthless pragmatism


• Engage in peer to peer feedback


• Know and live the Necco Corporate Culture Principles


• Embody the three essential virtues of humble, hungry and smart


• Drive your Individual Performance Scorecard


• Adhere to and contribute to the Necco meeting structure

Position Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in a Human Services related field


• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory and/or management role Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory and/or management role in a mental/behavioral health setting (KY Only)


• Five (5) years training or teaching experience preferred


• Valid driver’s license


• Successful completion of all required criminal background checks


• Willingness to travel and attend/provide/coordinate trainings


• Knowledge of the socio-cultural characteristics of the service population


• Proficient in computer software programs (i.e. Microsoft Word, email, PowerPoint, Evolv database, and the Internet)


• Excellent Written and Oral communication skills


• Excellent Organizational skills


• Ability to set and meet deadlines


• Ability to work within a team structure

At Necco, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment. We embrace individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and creativity, and we actively seek candidates from all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages to join our organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.