North Jersey Friendship House, Inc.
Deidre N. Gilyard is a dedicated vocational counselor at North Jersey Friendship House, Inc. since August 2020, managing a caseload of 26 clients and conducting assessments to determine program eligibility and work capability. Prior experience includes roles as a group counselor and a student intern at The New Bairn School. Deidre holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rutgers University, expected in May 2024, a Bachelor of Arts in Family Science & Human Development with a minor in Psychology from Montclair State University, and an Associate of Science from Bergen Community College.
North Jersey Friendship House, Inc.
North Jersey Friendship House is a non-profit rehabilitation center offering comprehensive behavioral health services, pre-vocational and vocational training and employment support for adults with varying disabilities. The services provided by North Jersey Friendship House are designed to address the unique needs and goals of the individual. For each member, we develop a personalized plan of services considering his or her specific interests, preferences, needs and skills. North Jersey Friendship House is licensed by the Division of Mental Health and the programs and services have been approved by the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. North Jersey Friendship House is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), a nationwide non-profit organization that is committed to enhancing quality rehabilitation services.