Recovery Housing Manager

Isaiah House; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Isaiah House is Kentucky’s largest nonprofit, Christ-centered addiction recovery organization seeking a dedicated Recovery Housing Manager to oversee daily operations across Recovery Housing communities. You will lead staff, promote a safe and recovery-focused environment, and ensure programs align with organizational values and policies.

The role emphasizes leadership, documentation, coordination of activities, and collaboration with departments to support residents’ long-term recovery in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related field training preferred.
• Experience in substance use disorder treatment or recovery services preferred.
• Experience in housing operations, property management, or staff supervision preferred.
• Valid Kentucky driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• De-escalation training required or ability to complete training on hire.
• Adult Peer Support Specialist (APSS) certification or training preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate, recovery-focused support with professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, supportive, structured recovery environment for residents.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision to Recovery Housing staff.
• Oversee daily operations of Recovery Housing properties to ensure safety and program compliance.
• Build positive relationships with residents and offer accountability and support.
• Monitor resident participation, program compliance, and progress; address concerns.
• Coordinate drug screenings and maintain program documentation.
• Conduct routine property walkthroughs and safety checks.
• Communicate resident concerns to Recovery Housing leadership.
• Coordinate transportation to employment, meetings, and appointments.
• Assist with move-ins, move-outs, and transfers between properties.
• Manage resident communications and program information dissemination.
• Collaborate with Isaiah House departments and community partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Conflict-resolution

Compassion

Humility

Respect

Integrity

Stewardship

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Behavioral health/human services training

Job description

Description

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.