Recovery Home Operations Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Wichita, KS

About The Position

Recovery Home Operations Associate Director will be responsible for managing and coordinating the Recovery Home operations and nonprofessional staff. This position works directly with men and women in early recovery, providing structure and support to the individuals seeking to establish stable long-term recovery from a substance use disorder.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in social work, substance abuse counseling, psychology, or a related field required. Relevant experience, as determined by The Salvation Army, may be considered in lieu of education requirement
Two years’ work experience in substance abuse treatment; shared experience and a minimum of three years of sobriety needed; knowledge of community resources. Two years of supervisor experience.
NCRS, or Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor, or Peer Support Specialist preferred or 2 years of experience in supervision and working in the field of addiction/homelessness
Must have Safety Food Handler Manager’s Certificate within 30 days of employment
A commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army and an appreciation for faith-based service organizations
An interpersonal style that is service-oriented as well as anticipates and responds to the needs of clients
A flexible style that also displays a willingness to learn
Able to work as a team member as well as independently
An excellent attention to detail, procedures, processes, and policies
Have the ability to work cooperatively with the supervisor, management team and support staff
Must have a strong sense of integrity and be able to work with confidential material
A “hands-on” knowledge of how to effectively work with diversity in the workplace
Well organized, attentive to time management and able to establish a separation of work and personal boundaries
Driving is required; employee must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence; must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall functions and operations of the Recovery Home
Meet with each client a minimum of once a month to update their progress on nonrecovery issues
Maintain reports and records in appropriate files
Provide and coordinate education and groups to clients for every phase of the recovery journey from pre-recovery engagement, recovery initiation, recovery stabilization, and sustained recovery maintenance
Facilitate and/or Co-facilitate weekly Recovery House staff meetings
Provide a clear outline of the responsibilities of the client in terms of daily chores and clean-up.
Coordinate with the Lead Life Skills Coach to create the schedule of unit duties, menus, Life Skills classes, food orders, field trips, and other activities
Coordinate transportation with the client for outside functions
Provide a model for both people in recovery and staff by demonstrating that recovery is possible
Assist recovering persons to identify their personal interests, goals, strengths and needs regarding recovery
Actively identify and support linkages to community resources (communities of recovery, educational, vocational, social, cultural, spiritual resources, mutual self- help groups, professional services, etc.) that support the client’s goals and interests; this will involve a collaborative effort including the client, agency staff and other relevant stakeholders
Represent the Recovery Home at Community Outreach Events and other engagements
Develop relationships with community groups/agencies in partnership with others in the agency
Coordinate with internal programs to provide optional opportunities for clients in the Recovery Home, including Spiritual, music, computer, employment, and volunteer opportunities
Schedule staff for program coverage within the program budget
Supervise all nonprofessional staff of the Recovery Home
Maintain the daily programming schedule, with the input of the Social Service Director and other staff members
Monitor and implement the house rules, policies and procedures of the Recovery Home
Maintain confidential client records and/or data in a secure manner; complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports in a timely manner
Maintain required training hours for staff
Maintain open communication with Social Services Director and Area Commanders and other staff as it relates to the necessary flow of the job and programs
Network with internal and external programs that can benefit the clients in the Recovery Home
Maintain and update the Recovery Home Client Manual as needed, with the input of the Social Service Director and other staff members
Assure all food safety, fire safety, and health safety procedures are followed and documented, including equipment monitoring
Report all building needs for repairs or maintenance on the work order system
Other duties as assigned by the Social Service Director