Recovery Housing Manager
26 days ago
Louisville
Job DescriptionDescription: Come for the career. Stay for the mission. Change lives along the way Isaiah House is Kentucky’s largest non-profit, Christ-centered addiction recovery organization. We provide evidence-based, holistic care to individuals battling substance use disorders. With a heart for transforming lives, we serve individuals and families across the Commonwealth through a full continuum of care, from residential treatment to outpatient services and recovery support. www.isaiah-house.org We are seeking a dedicated and dependable Recovery Housing Manager to help oversee the daily operations and programs within our Recovery Housing communities. This role is responsible for promoting a safe, stable, supportive, and recovery-focused environment for residents while providing leadership and support to Recovery Housing staff. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping individuals build a strong foundation for long-term recovery while ensuring housing operations are consistent with organizational policies, program expectations, and the mission of Isaiah House. Key Responsibilities • Help create and maintain a safe, supportive, structured, and recovery-focused environment where residents can continue building a strong foundation for long-term recovery and success., • Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision to Recovery Housing staff, including assigning responsibilities, coordinating schedules, providing guidance, and supporting staff development., • Oversee daily operations of Recovery Housing properties to ensure programs and services run smoothly, safely, and consistently., • Build positive, professional relationships with residents while providing encouragement, accountability, guidance, and support throughout their recovery journey., • Monitor resident participation, program compliance, progress, and overall status while addressing concerns and recognizing achievements and milestones., • Coordinate and track required drug screenings and maintain accurate and timely program documentation., • Conduct and coordinate routine property walkthroughs, inspections, and other safety and compliance checks., • Respond appropriately to critical incidents and emergency situations and promptly communicate concerns to appropriate leadership., • Coordinate resident transportation to employment, recovery meetings, groups, church, appointments, and other approved activities, when applicable., • Assist with coordinating resident transitions, including move-ins, move-outs, and transfers between Recovery Housing properties., • Coordinate food, household supplies, and other property needs, as applicable., • Maintain accurate records related to resident participation, program requirements, disciplinary actions, schedules, and other required tracking., • Coordinate participant schedules and requirements for applicable programs, including the Continuum of Care (C.O.C.) Program., • Manage resident communication platforms and ensure important program information, schedules, and expectations are communicated clearly and consistently., • Collaborate with other Isaiah House departments and community partners to support resident progress and continuity of services., • Mentor and develop direct reports through ongoing feedback, coaching, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement., • Assist with planning and supporting Isaiah House graduations, celebrations, and other recovery-focused events., • Support grant-related requirements, documentation, tracking, and program activities associated with Recovery Housing., • Promptly communicate resident concerns, property issues, safety concerns, and other significant matters to Recovery Housing leadership., • Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of residents, staff, and the Recovery Housing program. Mission, Vision & Core Values As a leader within Isaiah House, the Recovery Housing Manager is expected to actively support our mission and vision and consistently model our Core Values in their leadership, decision-making, and interactions with residents, employees, leadership, and community partners. Our Mission Isaiah House exists to provide comprehensive, high-quality, evidence-based integrated care for individuals by instilling H.O.P.E. — Healing, Opportunity, Purpose, Education, and Employment — for lifelong success. Our Vision To be the mission leader in equipping individuals with the resources needed to achieve lifelong recovery while restoring families and improving communities. Our Core Values • Compassion: We seek to emulate Christ by freely giving of ourselves for the benefit of others., • Humility: We set aside our egos, remain open to correction and growth, and take responsibility for our actions., • Respect: We treat every individual with dignity and respect, regardless of background, circumstances, or position., • Integrity: We strive to demonstrate honesty, authenticity, and strong moral character in our actions and decisions., • Stewardship: We responsibly and thoughtfully manage the resources entrusted to us., • Team-Oriented: We value effective communication, collaboration, and teamwork across departments to accomplish our shared mission.Requirements: Professional Expectations • Consistently model and uphold Isaiah House’s Core Values, demonstrating effective leadership, professionalism, accountability, compassion, humility, respect, integrity, stewardship, and teamwork in interactions with residents, colleagues, leadership, and community partners., • Participate in all required meetings, in-service programs, trainings, and continuing education activities necessary to maintain professional and organizational standards., • Maintain all required training, certifications, licenses, and credentials applicable to the position, ensuring they remain current and in good standing., • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards in accordance with Isaiah House policies and applicable regulatory requirements., • Demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, accountability, and flexibility while responding effectively to the evolving needs of residents and the Recovery Housing program., • Lead by example and contribute to a positive, collaborative, and recovery-focused culture that supports the mission and vision of Isaiah House. Qualifications & Experience, • High school diploma or GED required; additional education or training in behavioral health, human services, recovery services, or a related field is preferred., • Previous experience working in substance use disorder treatment, recovery services, behavioral health, or a related setting strongly preferred., • Previous experience in property management, residential programming, housing operations, or staff supervision preferred., • Valid Kentucky driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, as required for position-related transportation responsibilities., • De-escalation training required or the ability to successfully complete required training upon hire., • Adult Peer Support Specialist (APSS) certification or training preferred, based on program needs., • Intervention and crisis-response training preferred., • Strong leadership, communication, organization, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills., • Ability to provide compassionate, recovery-focused support while maintaining appropriate accountability and professional boundaries., • Ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to challenging behaviors, conflicts, critical incidents, and emergency situations.