Sober Living House Manager

Sober Living House Manager

The Sober Living House Manager provides leadership and operational oversight for clients across Revive Life Houses' Phase 3 locations and Sober Living facilities operated by Revive Ministries, Inc. This role is responsible for the daily management of these programs, including supervision of residents, implementation of emergency procedures, documentation, policy enforcement, and program compliance. The Supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment by ensuring consistent oversight, accountability, and pastoral care.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

1. Provide day-to-day leadership to clients and Sober Living residents, fostering a supportive and accountable community environment.
2. Conduct daily on-site check-ins at all Phase 3 and Sober Living locations, including evening coverage as needed.
3. Lead biweekly community meetings to promote engagement and cohesion.

Client Support & Coordination

1. Collaborate with the Targeted Case Manager (TCM) to support client job readiness and vocational development.
2. Coordinate with second-chance employers, community partners, and recovery support networks to facilitate client reintegration.
3. Facilitate and participate in individual Service Team Meetings using a multidisciplinary approach focused on accountability, discipline, and positive reinforcement.
4. Maintain regular communication with clients regarding announcements, expectations, and program updates.

Program Compliance & Safety

1. Develop and maintain weekly schedules aligned with clients' work and treatment plans.
2. Track and monitor service attendance and program compliance.
3. Create weekly urinalysis (UDS) lists and oversee the drug screening process, including conducting or supervising drug tests, room checks, and body searches as necessary.
4. Enforce all organizational and disciplinary policies consistently and fairly.

Administrative & Financial Oversight

1. Manage documentation and records accurately, using both digital systems and hard copies as needed.
2. Collect client payments (e.g., rent, food, ID fees) in coordination with the Finance Department and according to program timelines.
3. Maintain and process all Phase 3 and Sober Living visitation requests and related paperwork.
4. Submit required reports timely to the Long-Term Program Administrator.

Program Development & Collaboration

1. Work collaboratively with the Long-Term Program Administrator and other departments to improve operational processes and procedures.
2. Stay current with Revive policies, rules, and applicable regulatory standards.
3. Ensure all required trainings and certifications are completed and maintained in accordance with organizational and licensing requirements.

Other Duties

1. Perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Long-Term Program Administrator.

Background/Education

Minimum HS Diploma or GED. Background in or be familiar and willing to work with men struggling with substance use issues. Preferred one year full-time of direct experience (volunteer or paid) in a peer recovery support or similar environment. Peer support license preferred (RADPSS) with APSS at minimum. State driver's license required.

Qualifications Requirement

The Sober Living House Manager is responsible for directing and monitoring client activities to ensure engagement in treatment, programming, and other recovery-related responsibilities. This role requires a calm and steady temperament, strong critical thinking abilities, and sound judgment—particularly in high-pressure or emergency situations. Success in this position depends on the ability to lead with empathy, uphold structure, and consistently enforce program expectations while maintaining a supportive and recovery-focused environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Skills Required

1. Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills
2. Ability to remain calm, composed, and solution-focused in crisis situations
3. Critical thinking and sound decision-making under pressure
4. Strong sense of professionalism and ethical responsibility
5. Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
6. Proficient in maintaining accurate documentation and case records
7. Comfortable with administering drug screens and conducting compliance checks
8. Familiarity with recovery principles and working with individuals affected by substance use disorders
9. Ability to work independently while maintaining alignment with team goals
10. Basic computer skills and comfort with digital record-keeping systems

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: The employee may be required to exert 21 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 11 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Job duties also require about 6 or more hours of intermittent standing or walking in an 8-hour workday. Sitting may be required only intermittently and occasionally. Stooping is usually required frequently.

Environmental Conditions: The employee will work indoors and outdoors, sometimes in hot and humid weather or very frigid temperatures, depending on the season, in order to supervise clients in their activities. This may result in bodily discomfort. The house itself is open and ventilated well with central heat and air conditioning. The person may work outside in heat/cold, wet/humid and dry/arid conditions.

Mental Demands: There are a number of daily deadlines associated with this position, which may cause stress to some individuals. The position must deal with the clients daily on a variety of issues.

Work Expectations

1. Minimum of 40 hours per week
2. Must be able to work well with other staff and clients
3. Some travel required

At-Will Employer Statement

Revive Ministries Inc. and Revive Life House is an At-Will employer. This means that regardless of any provision on this form, the company or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. Nothing in this employee job description or in any document or statement, written or oral, shall limit the right to terminate employment at-will. No officer, employee or representative of the company is authorized to enter into an agreement-express or implied-with any employee for employment for a specified period of time unless such an agreement is in a written contract signed by the Executive Director or Program Director of the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Revive Ministries Inc. and Revive Life House is an Equal Opportunity employer, and we comply with federal, state and local laws prohibiting discrimination. No person shall be discriminated against in employment, training, promotions, transfers, rates of pay, layoffs, any form of compensation or any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, tobacco use, gender identity, genetic information, military status, pregnancy or childbirth, status as a smoker or non-smoker, veteran status or any other protected class under federal, state or local law.