Residential Supervisor, Men’s Stabilization

Location: 170 Morton Street, Jamaica Plain, MA

About the Program

The Stabilization Program is a post-detox enhanced shelter-based Structured Outpatient Addictions Program (SOAP) that provides intensive treatment and support to 50 homeless men with a history of chronic substance abuse.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure residential environment
• Support the success of clients in their recovery
• Supervise direct care staff and overall operation of a 50-bed men’s post-detox residential program
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight of Recovery Specialists, relief staff, and housekeeping staff
• Oversee unit operations to ensure safety and security of clients and staff
• Create a professional and supportive atmosphere to encourage client participation in treatment
• Monitor environment for cleanliness and ensure client needs are met through effective communication flow
• Provide direct care services for clients, maintain program records, and facilitate crisis intervention as needed using the CPI model
• On shifts when both Residential Supervisors are working, perform all functions of a Recovery Specialist and provide support as directed by the Operations Coordinator or Clinical Director

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience in a residential program with a high school diploma OR a minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience with some advanced education or certification in substance abuse treatment or a closely related field
• One (1) or more years of experience working in substance abuse treatment
• One (1) or more years of residential program experience
• Knowledge, understanding, and experience working with the homeless population
• Knowledge, understanding, and experience working with clients who have mental illness
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work positively with coworkers in a team approach
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, database, and email
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and HIPAA laws

Qualifications

• Required:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • CPR/CPI certification and/or the ability to obtain certifications within 30 days
• Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care skills
  • Demonstrated effective experience working with populations with co-occurring disorders
  • Training in trauma-informed care, crisis prevention, and harm reduction

Skills

• Self-motivated with solid communication skills
• Capable of working with clients experiencing complex issues such as trauma, addiction, and mental health
• Problem-solving and mediation skills
• High degree of professional ethics and sensitivity to confidential data and delicate personal issues

Pay

$61,464.00–$67,610.40 annually (DOE)

Schedule

40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 2:45 a.m. – 11:15 p.m.

Annual CORI review will be conducted; acceptable results are required.