Recovery Residence Lead: Safe Housing & Support

A-Safe-Haven-Foundation-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recovery Residence Coordinator at A Safe Haven oversees daily operations of the recovery residence to maintain a safe, clean, and supportive living environment while promoting recovery goals.

You will monitor resident compliance with program rules, coordinate with case managers and clinical staff, document incidents, and support crisis intervention and resident meetings to foster accountability and respect.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the recovery residence to ensure a safe, clean, and supportive living environment.
• Monitor resident compliance with program rules, expectations, and schedules.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of the facility to ensure safety, cleanliness, and adherence to program standards.
• Support resident onboarding, including orientation to house rules, expectations, and available services.
• Address resident concerns, escalate issues appropriately, and support conflict resolution.
• Document incidents, rule violations, and resident interactions in accordance with program guidelines.
• Coordinate with case managers, clinical staff, and peer support specialists to address resident needs and service gaps.
• Assist with scheduling, curfew checks, attendance tracking, and completion of required logs.
• Support crisis intervention efforts and report safety concerns promptly to leadership.
• Help facilitate resident meetings, workshops, or recovery-support activities as assigned.
• Ensure facilities are stocked with necessary supplies and communicate maintenance needs.
• Promote a culture of respect, accountability, and recovery throughout the residence.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field

Tools

Documentation systems

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Recovery Residence Coordinator at A Safe Haven oversees daily operations of the recovery residence to maintain a safe, clean, and supportive living environment while promoting recovery goals.

You will monitor resident compliance with program rules, coordinate with case managers and clinical staff, document incidents, and support crisis intervention and resident meetings to foster accountability and respect.