Recovery Housing Program Coordinator

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions•Columbus, OH

7d•$45,500 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Housing Program Coordinator (RHPC) administers and manages recovery housing operations, including regulatory compliance, operational oversight, resident accountability, quality assurance, risk management, and implementation of Ohio Recovery Housing standards. The role exercises discretion and independent judgment on significant matters affecting housing operations, resident safety, program compliance, and organizational objectives. The position reports to the Recovery Housing Program Supervisor and is located in Columbus, Ohio, with a Sunday–Thursday, 4 p.m.–12 a.m. schedule. The coordinator oversees assigned housing locations, maintains compliance and operational records, conducts inspections and audits, addresses resident conduct and safety matters, and coordinates admissions, transfers, placements, and discharges. The role may directly supervise Recovery Support Specialists and provides operational leadership and training to housing staff and resident managers. The coordinator also supports residents in accessing clinical and community services, basic needs, recovery supports, and social networks. Responsibilities include crisis support within the scope of the position, monitoring progress, coordinating with clinical staff, and completing required case-management documentation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 3 years of experience in recovery housing, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, case management, residential services, corrections, social services, or a related human services setting.
At least 1 year of experience coordinating programs, leading housing operations, supervising staff, serving as a resident manager, or providing operational oversight in a residential or community-based program.
Experience interpreting and enforcing policies, procedures, and program standards.
Experience responding to crises, managing resident behavioral concerns, and documenting incidents.
Must pass a BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and an employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Social Work, Human Services, Behavioral Health, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
Experience with Ohio Recovery Housing (ORH) standards or other recovery housing accreditation standards.
Experience coordinating services for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Experience supervising staff, volunteers, resident leaders, or peer support personnel.
Experience conducting audits, inspections, compliance reviews, or quality assurance activities.
Experience managing multiple program sites or residential locations.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee recovery housing operations across assigned locations.
Ensure compliance with Ohio Recovery Housing standards, organizational policies, and housing program requirements.
Conduct operational reviews, inspections, audits, and quality assurance activities.
Evaluate housing operations and implement improvements to effectiveness, safety, and resident outcomes.
Maintain housing documentation, compliance records, incident reports, resident agreements, and operational reports.
Participate in Ohio Recovery Housing trainings, surveys, certification activities, and compliance initiatives.
Maintain oversight of resident adherence to housing expectations, community standards, and program requirements.
Use independent judgment to respond to resident misconduct, policy violations, safety concerns, and behavioral issues.
Determine accountability measures, behavioral contracts, corrective actions, and program interventions.
Review and approve recommendations regarding resident phase advancements, privileges, overnight passes, and housing-related requests.
Ensure housing environments remain free from prohibited substances and activities.
Investigate incidents and determine appropriate resolutions consistent with organizational policy.
Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, housing placements, and discharges.
May directly supervise Recovery Support Specialists and provide operational leadership to housing staff and resident managers.
Monitor housing occupancy, resident accountability, safety concerns, and operational performance.
Ensure implementation of organizational safety standards, emergency procedures, and good-neighbor policies.
Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Coordinate maintenance, safety inspections, and property management activities.
Train and support resident managers in implementing housing policies and operational expectations.
Collaborate with other departments regarding housing operations and program performance.
Support residents in accessing medical, social, educational, vocational, recreational, and criminal justice services.
Assist residents with employment, financial assistance, housing resources, food, clothing, and other basic needs.
Facilitate connections to community resources, recovery supports, and self-help groups.
Assist residents in developing and maintaining positive social support networks.
Assist residents with activities of daily living when appropriate.
Advocate for resident needs and coordinate appropriate services.
Provide support during crises or emergencies, including relapse, within the scope of the position.
Monitor resident progress and communicate concerns to appropriate clinical staff.
Participate in team meetings to review resident progress and identify support strategies.
Coordinate with clinical staff regarding changes in resident needs or functioning.
Complete required clinical and case-management documentation accurately and timely.
Model recovery principles and professional behavior.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the housing program.