Disaster Recovery Manager jobs in New London, CT

CCAR is looking for a full time Recovery Community Center Manager to manage the daily operations of the Recovery Community Center and coordinate recovery support services in the center. This position is funded by a one year grant. 

The ideal person will be enthusiastic, extremely well organized and passionate in working closely with people in recovery.

CCAR offers a highly attractive compensation package that includes competitive wages, benefits, paid holidays and vacation time. A valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable vehicle required.

A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily operations of the recovery community center; ensuring a recovery-focused tone and culture.
• Provide individual support, system navigation for recoverees and their families, provide resources, referrals, answer phone calls and handle   requests for assistance.
• Oversees the provision of peer recovery support services development, coordination, implementation and management at local level.
• Ensures that Telephone Recovery Support program operates efficiently in their recovery community center.
• Builds the local support service network through personal meetings, presentations, council/committee/Board membership, speaking engagements and other promotional/networking activities.
• Recruits volunteers; promotes recovery support services in their local community.
• Supervision.
• Schedules and implements recovery trainings and events in accordance with established requirements.
• Maintains data, writes reports and keeps pertinent and accurate records.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of successful and progressive experience in service/program delivery with a nonprofit organization.
• Minimum of two years in a supervisory/management capacity.
• Experience in outreach, networking, promotion and training.
• Strong customer service ethic.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Computer skills and current technology experience.
• Knowledge about addiction recovery a plus.
• Cross-cultural skills, and experience with culturally diverse populations.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with CCAR projects and services preferred.

How to apply:

The Recovery Community Center Manager is a full time exempt (35 hour/week) position with occasional evenings required. A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required. Submit cover letter and resume by clicking "apply" button or by fax 860-244-2228 or mail to CCAR, Attn: Human Resources, 75 Charter Oak Avenue Building 1 Suite 305, Hartford, CT 06106. 

Note: A cover letter is required. Resumes without cover letter will not be considered.