Position Summary
The Sober Supportive House Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of an Irongate Behavioral Health recovery residence while fostering a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented living environment. This live-in position provides leadership, accountability, mentorship, and support to residents participating in substance use disorder and mental health recovery.
The House Manager serves as a positive role model, promotes accountability, facilitates recovery-focused groups and activities, assists residents with transportation and appointments, enforces house rules, and maintains a clean, organized, and respectful living environment.
This position is ideal for someone passionate about helping others build healthy, independent lives through structure, consistency, and peer support.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesHouse Operations
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the recovery residence.
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and recovery-focused living environment.
- Ensure compliance with all house policies and procedures.
- Conduct routine house inspections.
- Monitor cleanliness of bedrooms and common areas.
- Coordinate household chores and responsibilities.
- Report maintenance concerns promptly.
- Maintain household supplies and inventory.
Resident Support
- Welcome and orient new residents.
- Build supportive, professional relationships with residents.
- Encourage personal responsibility and accountability.
- Assist residents with developing healthy daily routines.
- Provide encouragement and emotional support while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Promote positive peer interactions and conflict resolution.
Recovery Programming
- Facilitate daily or weekly recovery groups.
- Lead house meetings.
- Facilitate life skills education.
- Coordinate recovery-focused activities.
- Encourage participation in counseling, treatment, and recovery meetings.
- Support residents in achieving treatment goals.
Transportation
- Transport residents to:
- Therapy appointments
- Medical appointments
- Employment interviews
- Employment
- Recovery meetings (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, etc.)
- Community resources
- Approved recreational activities
- Maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
Accountability & Recovery Monitoring
- Enforce curfews and house schedules.
- Conduct room inspections.
- Monitor attendance at required meetings.
- Verify participation in treatment programming.
- Observe resident behavior and report concerns to clinical staff.
- Assist with random drug and alcohol testing when assigned.
- Promote compliance with individualized recovery plans.
Rule Enforcement
- Enforce all house rules consistently and professionally.
- Address behavioral concerns promptly.
- Document policy violations.
- Assist with progressive disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Maintain a safe environment for all residents.
- Report emergencies immediately.
Documentation
- Maintain accurate daily house logs.
- Document resident interactions and incidents.
- Complete transportation logs.
- Submit required reports in a timely manner.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
Communication
- Communicate regularly with clinical staff.
- Participate in treatment team meetings when requested.
- Coordinate with counselors, case managers, peer support specialists, and program leadership.
- Notify supervisors of resident concerns, crises, or emergencies.
Crisis Response
- Respond calmly to crises and emergencies.
- Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques.
- Contact emergency services when appropriate.
- Follow agency emergency response procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum age of 21 years.
- Minimum of one year of continuous recovery from substance use (preferred for peer-model housing).
- Experience working in behavioral health, recovery services, supportive housing, or human services preferred.
- Valid Texas Driver License.
- Reliable driving record.
- Ability to pass criminal background screening.
- Ability to pass drug screening.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS).
- Certified Peer Specialist (CPS).
- LCDC, Counselor Intern, or behavioral health experience.
- Experience facilitating recovery groups.
- Knowledge of relapse prevention.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care.
- Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Recovery-oriented care.
- Professional boundaries.
- Leadership and conflict resolution.
- Crisis intervention.
- Motivational interviewing principles.
- Effective communication.
- Organization and time management.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Documentation skills.
- Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to drive throughout the community.
- Ability to climb stairs.
- Ability to respond to emergencies at any time while on duty.
Working Conditions
This is a live-in position requiring the employee to reside in the assigned supportive housing residence. The House Manager is expected to maintain a visible and supportive presence while balancing scheduled work hours with designated personal time.
Housing is provided as part of the compensation package and includes a private bedroom and access to shared common areas. The House Manager is expected to model healthy living, professionalism, and recovery-focused behavior at all times while residing in the home.
Core Responsibilities
The House Manager will:
- Foster a culture of recovery, respect, and accountability.
- Serve as a positive role model for residents.
- Promote safety, structure, and wellness.
- Maintain professional boundaries while providing peer encouragement.
- Support resident independence and personal growth.
- Ensure compliance with Irongate Behavioral Health policies and house expectations.
Pay: From $3,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
- Do you agree to live in the house and drive the company vehicle
License/Certification:
- drivers license (Required)
- Peer Support Counselor Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
