Sober Living House Staff

Position: Sober Living Housing Staff Location: A Friend's Place Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

We are a compassionate recovery community dedicated to supporting individuals participating in Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for substance abuse. Our sober living house offers a safe and supportive environment that fosters healing, growth, and long-term sobriety.

The following position is designed for a gifted and passionate substance use/ mental health worker looking for a place to truly call home. A Friend's Place is a non-traditional environment for both staff and clients- a place for workers to be courageously vulnerable, creating a compassionate, safe, authentic community. In this environment, clients will not only receive highly skilled, compassionate, non-judgmental care, they will witness a community of workers who strive to live wholeheartedly - embracing and celebrating the mud that has brought us to the place of healing.

"Just as the lotus needs muddy water to live, the pain of the world can inspire compassionate and effective action. The imperfect is our paradise" - Wallace Stevens

Role Overview: We are seeking dedicated and empathetic individuals to serve as the Sober Living Housing Staff. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to creating a nurturing, judgment-free space for our residents while ensuring a structured, safe, and well-functioning living environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations and overall atmosphere of the sober living house.
• Provide compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive care to residents while helping to facilitate a sense of community and accountability.
• Transport residents to and from the treatment facility in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitor adherence to house rules and maintain a safe, respectful environment as well as providing random urine analysis, medication coordination and maintaining documentation in accordance to facility regulations.
• Act as a role model, demonstrating vulnerability, understanding, and a commitment to recovery.
• Communicate regularly with treatment staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Address conflicts or challenges within the house in a calm and constructive manner.
• Conduct regular house meetings to promote open communication and collaboration.
• Oversee household chores, schedules, and upkeep to maintain a clean and welcoming space.
  
  

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Personal experience with recovery and/or a strong understanding of substance abuse challenges.
• An understanding of compassion-based psychotherapy and openness to eastern philosophy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to set healthy boundaries while fostering a supportive environment.
• Organized, dependable, and proactive in problem-solving.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• A deep commitment to ethical behavior and a respect for the policies designed to uphold the company's integrity.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' recovery journeys.
• A chance to be part of a unique recovery community that values understanding, compassion, and holistic care.
  
  

Preferences

• Well versed in eastern philosophy with passion for the value of meditation and physical movement.
• Familiarity with the likes of Pema Chodron, Alan Watts, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Krishnamurti, Thich Nhat Hanh, Eckhart Tolle, and Brenne Brown, Tara Brach
  
  

Salary

$20-25 an hr, management opportunities available ranging from $45,000-$60,000 annually

Schedule

Will vary: daytime, evening/overnight.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting individuals in their recovery journey and have the qualifications to lead with compassion and care, we encourage you to apply. Join us in creating a safe and transformative space where healing and growth thrive.