Job Description

Are you a compassionate and motivated leader passionate about helping individuals rebuild their lives? 💙

We are seeking an experienced Residential Living Manager to oversee our Substance Abuse Halfway House program in Durham, NC. As the Residential Living Manager , you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the home runs smoothly — from staff management and client care to fostering community partnerships that empower our residents on their recovery journey.

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (must be flexible for coverage when needed)

Salary: 💰 $42,000 – $47,000 annually (higher range for candidates with a master’s degree or extensive experience)

Reports To: Executive Leadership Team

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Staff Supervision: Oversee day-to-day staff operations, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and — when necessary — disciplinary actions.

🔹 House Administration: Manage admissions, review documentation for authorization/reauthorization, ensure timely and accurate progress notes, develop person-centered plans, and coach clients toward achieving their goals.

🔹 Client Interaction: Build positive relationships with residents by facilitating activities and interventions, teaching life skills (budgeting, housekeeping, time management), assisting with job readiness, and supporting discharge or transition planning.

🔹 Community Engagement: Develop and maintain partnerships with local organizations, employers, and community resources to support client success beyond the program.

🔹 Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with the treatment team to advocate for clients, share updates, and ensure cohesive, coordinated care across all service areas.

🔹 Crisis & Coverage Management: Be ready to step in and cover shifts or address urgent matters to maintain a safe and supportive environment for both residents and staff.

Qualifications

🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. (Master’s degree preferred.)

📜 Certification: Must meet North Carolina DHHS standards as a Qualified Professional (QP) .

💼 Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years in behavioral health, residential, or substance use disorder settings.
• Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• ⭐ Skills:
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to balance administrative tasks with direct client engagement.
• Team-oriented and flexible, with a hands-on approach to problem solving.

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Competitive salary: $42,000 – $47,000

🩺 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

💳 Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

💼 401(k) contribution

🎉 11 paid holidays annually

🤒 15 days paid sick leave per year

🏖️ Paid vacation accrual

💊 Access to on-site pharmacy with mail-order refills and no co-pay for staff

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