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Position: Director of Men's Recovery Services

Department: Ascent

Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000

Schedule: Full-time

LNI: B-3 6509-4

Position Description: The Director of Men's Recovery Services oversees the Ascent Home for Men at Lighthouse Mission Ministries (LMM). Ascent is a long-term residential recovery program that hosts up to 40 men experiencing homelessness by providing case management, recovery support, and community living. The Director is responsible for the care, leadership, and execution of the program, including day-to-day operations and implementation of strategic direction. The incumbent will maintain strong partnerships with local social service agencies and represent LMM to the community.

LMM offers a competitive compensation package that includes the following benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO): 120 hours to start, with accrual thereafter. Paid Holidays: 12 paid holidays annually. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive employer-sponsored plans available to employees. 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: LMM matches up to 5% of employee contributions. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services for personal and work-related concerns. Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Employer-sponsored options available. Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities. Education Reimbursement Program. A Christ-centered workplace focused on mission-driven impact.

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Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Recovery Services in creating and implementing a strategy to promote an environment of healing and restoration for residents in the Ascent program.
• Ensure all program elements operate consistently with LMM's mission, vision, and values. Uphold high standards of moral and ethical conduct throughout the program.
• Supervise, coach, and provide direction for case managers and other direct reports.
• Facilitate monthly department meetings and regular 1:1 meetings with direct reports.
• Provide oversight of the intake process for new residents, case management for men, and the aftercare program for graduates.
• Meet weekly and regularly collaborate with the Recovery Programming Manager, the Women's Recovery Services Director, and the Senior Director of Recovery Services.
• Cultivate and maintain professional relationships with ministry, governmental, and other social service agencies.
• Be accountable for the program budget and approved expenditures. Ensure in-kind donations are received and distributed per LMM policy.
• Develop and teach program curriculum, including the Genesis Process and topical classes.
• Organize program events, including holiday celebrations, conferences, seminars, and field trips
• . Monitor and ensure compliance with all LMM Policies & Procedures
• Provide direction to and create meaningful opportunities for volunteer and intern involvement.
• Maintain appropriate resident documentation in Mission Tracker.
• Attend speaking engagements and meetings with church and civic groups.

Organizational Relationships:

Currently supervises a team of three direct reports

Works alongside Program Directors, across departments, and with various staff, volunteers, and interns.
Reports directly to the Senior Director of Recovery Services.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a combination of education, life, and work experience that demonstrates the ability to fulfill all aspects of the job description. To include a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Addiction Recovery, Biblical or Christian Studies, or a closely related field, along with 4+ years of directly related experience in ministry, emergency shelter, and/or recovery program management.

A passion for evangelism, discipleship, serving Jesus, and making the Gospel known through mercy ministry.
The ideal candidate will have an active church/ prayer life and agree with LMM's Statement of Faith and
Life & Personal Covenant.

Expertise in case management, trauma-informed care, and addiction recovery as well as experience working
with the issues of homelessness, poverty, and domestic violence.

Demonstrated supervisory experience and collaborative management skills to develop staff and program
participants in a grace-based atmosphere.

Possesses creative problem-solving skills and can advise others in difficult or unique situations.
Ability to manage emergency and/ or confrontational situations.

Capability to interact effectively and build positive relationships with various people. Thrives in a fast-paced,
team-oriented environment.

Ability to help develop and operate within established policies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Must complete the following certifications within the first year of employment: Genesis Process Counseling,
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, First Aid/ CPR/ AED, and Food Handling.

Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background screenings and comply with our drug-free workplace
policies.

We are seeking candidates with a strong understanding of addiction recovery principles and practices, including experience working with or supporting individuals in recovery. Familiarity with recovery community resources and active engagement in recovery-related initiatives is highly valued

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

Ability to travel between program locations and to off-site meetings

Intermittent high-stress environment

Standing 30%; walking 30%; sitting 40%

Possible exposure to a variety of illnesses

Ability to rapidly deal with emergencies and respond outside of business hours as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lighthouse Mission Ministries is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. Subject to all applicable state and federal laws, Lighthouse Mission Ministries does not discriminate in its employment practices or in the administration and dissemination of its programs and services. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), Lighthouse Mission Ministries has the right to and does hire only candidates who agree with the Lighthouse Mission Ministries Statement of Faith. http://www.thelighthousemission.org/