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Cindymarie Dix

Cindymarie Dix

Newark,NJ

Summary

Dynamic and mission-driven nonprofit leader with 15+ years of experience designing, scaling, and managing recovery support services across New Jersey. Recognized for advancing equity, public health, and coalition-building in underserved communities. Proven track record in program development, staff leadership, policy advocacy, and federal grant oversight. Committed to systems-level change and building sustainable, community-rooted solutions.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Division Director

Prevention Links
07.2019 - Current
  • Provide strategic oversight for a portfolio of innovative recovery support programs and three peer-led Recovery Community Centers across New Jersey
  • Manage all grant-related reporting and evaluation processes for federal, state, and county funding streams, ensuring compliance and performance tracking through monthly, quarterly, and biannual submissions
  • Hire, train, and supervise a high-performing division, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and integrity
  • Guide program staff in planning, executing, and assessing community-rooted programming tailored to meet evolving needs of under served communities
  • Directed the launch and infrastructure development for Recovery Centers in Hudson, Union, and Middlesex Counties, setting a replicable statewide model
  • Co-Chair, NJ-CARS (New Jersey Coalition for Addiction Recovery Support): Provide statewide leadership for New Jersey’s recovery coalition, guiding strategic direction, cross-sector collaboration, and systems-level advocacy. Oversee NJ-CARS’ communications across digital, video, mass email, and live platforms. Plan and execute the annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference, convening grassroots leaders, policymakers, and providers from across the state.

Director of Workshop Programs

Ammon Foundation
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Supervision of 9 Peer Recovery Specialists
  • Revised program policy and procedure manual, created certification and recertification trainings, and developed Coach supervision practices
  • Communicated regularly with external stakeholders to gain community support

Director of Peer Services

Eva’s Village
05.2010 - 09.2018
  • Directed three integrated recovery support programs under the leadership of the Executive Vice President of Integrated Health Services
  • Supervised and developed a multidisciplinary team of 14 full-time staff, 15 recovery specialists, and 40 volunteers, ensuring high-quality, person-centered service delivery
  • Co-authored successful grant proposals for the Maternal Wrap-Around Program (Passaic & Bergen Counties) and the Opioid Overdose Response Program (Passaic County), securing critical funding for underserved populations
  • Produced and scaled the Annual Passaic County Recovery Walk (2011–2018), increasing community engagement and visibility from 121 to over 1,100 participants through strategic outreach and partnerships

Education

Bachelor of Science - Correctional Administration

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
05-2007

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Program Development
  • Coalition Building
  • Grant Management
  • Systems & policy Change

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the 2023 Exceptional Recovery Support Advocate Award
  • Recipient of the 2018 Mutual of America Community Partnership Award
  • Recipient of the 2016 Paterson Alliance Extra Mile Award
  • Recipient of the 2015 Women of Distinction Award

Timeline

Division Director

Prevention Links
07.2019 - Current

Director of Workshop Programs

Ammon Foundation
09.2018 - 05.2019

Director of Peer Services

Eva’s Village
05.2010 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Correctional Administration

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

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