Recovery Support Center Manager - Washington County

Description

AMHC is seeking a compassionate, organized, and recovery-oriented Recovery Support Center Manager to oversee the daily operations of both our Recovery Support Centers in Calais & Machias.

This leadership role ensures a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for individuals advancing in their recovery journey while maintaining compliance with agency, contractual, and budgetary requirements.

Position Summary

The Recovery Support Center Manager oversees day-to-day operations of assigned Recovery Support Centers, supervises staff and volunteers, manages programming and budgets, and provides direct peer support. This role works collaboratively with participants, staff, community partners, and leadership to uphold recovery values and strengthen peer-led services.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Operations

• Supervise Recovery Support Center staff and volunteers
   
• Ensure staff and volunteers maintain required certifications and recovery coaching training
   
• Oversee daily center operations and enforce Rules of Conduct
   
• Serve as a recovery-oriented role model
   

Financial & Program Oversight

• Uphold the mission, values, and purpose of the Recovery Support Center
   
• Lead and support the Recovery Support Center Advisory Committee
   
• Collaborate with participants to develop programming and activities
   
• Assist with budget development and ensure sound fiscal management
   

Contractual & Reporting Duties

• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations
   
• Complete accurate and timely reports
   
• Communicate significant operational or contractual changes to leadership
   

Community Engagement & Promotion

• Ensure open access for all self-identified participants
   
• Collaborate with community providers and statewide recovery networks
   
• Promote Recovery Support Center visibility and activities
   

Peer Support

• Provide direct peer support grounded in mutuality and recovery principles
   
• Assist participants in advancing their recovery goals
   

General Expectations

• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards
   
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment
   
• Work collaboratively with team members and community partners
   
• Be flexible to meet program needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
   

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Office-based with travel throughout the catchment area
   
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment
   
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
   
• Reasonable accommodations provided as needed
   

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
   
• Schedule varies based on program needs
   
• Availability for evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays required
   

Supervisory Relationship

This position reports to the Director of Behavioral Health Services and works with guidance from a dedicated Advisory Committee.

Why Join AMHC?

• Meaningful, recovery-focused work
   
• Collaborative and mission-driven environment
   
• Opportunity to lead and grow peer-support services in the community
   

We Offer:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Supplemental Insurances
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403B with match
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Mileage Reimbursement for Travel

Requirements

• An Associate's Degree in a Human Services related field is required; Bachelor’s Degree is preferable. Supervisory/management experience is preferred. 
• This position requires the Intentional Peer Support Specialist and Recovery Coach certifications upon hire.  CPR and First Aid are a plus.

The individual in this position must demonstrate the ability to: 

1) work flexibly and independently; 

2) communicate effectively in both written and verbal form; 

3) possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; 

4) be willing and comfortable to transport peer center participants.