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eNewsletter - August 14, 2007
Job Opportunity
The HERO House (Higher Education Recovery Option), a recovery house for college students in early sobriety, is looking for a Program Director. HERO House helps young men and women who are getting out of a treatment program get back into college while living in a safe and sober environment. Their web site is www.theherohouse.org. They are growing and looking for someone to help out as their program expands.
Program Director Job Description
Duties:
- Responsible for the day to day operation of The HERO House.
- Meet with each resident on a weekly basis.
- Conduct intakes and house tours when requested.
- Teach life skills class to residents.
- Be involved in marketing activities.
- Look for grant opportunities and write grant proposals for The HERO Network, our non-profit corporation.
- Attend conferences periodically as a representative of The HERO House.
- Work with house managers to make sure the houses are fully supplied and running smoothly.
- Attend and conduct weekly community meetings.
- Be available for after hour admissions and crisis situations.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field preferred.
- Familiarity with addiction & recovery including a working knowledge of the 12-step process.
- Candidate must be willing to work some weekend and evening hours.
Salary:
- Negotiable.