Recovery Housing Program Coordinator

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions•Newark, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Housing Program Coordinator (RHPC) reports directly to the Recovery Housing Program Supervisor and is responsible for managing housing services to support individuals in recovery. This role involves coordinating housing operations, ensuring the effective placement of residents, and working collaboratively with clinical and support staff to create a supportive and therapeutic environment for residents. The RHPC plays a critical role in facilitating residents’ access to stable housing, addressing residents’ needs, and contributing to their overall recovery journey. The role has distinct housing and clinical duties, and staff are expected to fulfill duties applicable to each role separately. While working in a housing capacity, the RHPC fulfills housing duties and tasks. While working in a clinical capacity, the RHPC fulfills case management duties and clinical tasks.

Requirements

At least two (2) years of relevant experience programs related to substance abuse recovery or supportive housing
Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and access to a reliable personal vehicle
Must pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen
Age 25 years or older

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
CDCA

Responsibilities

Ensure the house remains free from alcohol, illicit substances, and other prohibited items.
Respond to incidents at the recovery home, address resident concerns, and complete necessary reports as the primary point of contact for residents.
Monitor resident progress and adherence to program guidelines, identify potential warning signs of symptom recurrence, and refer residents for additional support as needed.
Be available to provide additional support to residents and answer resident questions.
Conduct daily check-ins with Level 2 and 3 residents to review and discuss their recovery plans.
Organize and coordinate resident moves between recovery homes.
Provide orientation to new residents moving into the recovery home.
Regularly inspect the property, ensure all residents are accounted for, maintain a substance-free environment, and be on-site for a minimum of four days a week.
Be available, as needed, to cover shifts overnight and on weekends to ensure paid staff are on-site in Level 3 recovery housing when residents are present.
Offer leadership with recommendations for resident managers, assist residents with weekly house meetings, and ensure that all residents are attending weekly house meetings.
Compile weekly phase-ups and overnight passes for approval and communicate any changes to residents once approved.
Attend Ohio Recovery Housing training and conferences as scheduled and complete ORH surveys.
Conduct urine screens and medication counts at the request of clinical staff.
Maintain accurate records of housing documents, including updated Resident Agreements and end-of-day reports.
Present accountability reports and behavioral contracts to residents as needed.
Ensure residents adhere to program rules and expectations and respond appropriately when residents are not adhering to resident code of conduct.
Ensure residents adhere to LRH’s good neighbor policy and assist leadership in addressing neighbor concerns.
Complete monthly house inspections and routine safety equipment checks, maintain general upkeep of the home, and communicate issues to maintenance as necessary.
Model recovery principles and prosocial behavior.
Transport residents, travel between multiple locations.
Support residents to gain access to necessary medical, social, educational, vocational, recreational, and criminal justice services.
Help residents obtain financial assistance, job assistance, housing assistance, food, and clothing.
Facilitate linkages to community resources and support, including self-help support groups.
Assist residents with increasing their social support networks with friends, family members, and/or organizations.
Assist residents perform daily living activities.
Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner, as required by LRH policies, applicable payor requirements, and applicable laws.
Advocate for residents' needs, ensuring they receive high-quality care and support.
Provide residents with assistance during crises or emergencies, including relapse.
Participate in team meetings to review residents’ progress and develop strategies for enhanced support.