What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Community Center Manager (New London) position at Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR)?
CCAR is seeking a full-time Recovery Community Center Manager to oversee the daily operations of the New London Recovery Community Center and coordinate recovery support services.
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, highly organized, and passionate about 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 a reliable vehicle are required.
A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required. This is an in-office position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manage the daily operations of the Recovery Community Center, ensuring a recovery-focused tone and culture.
• Provide individual support and system navigation for recoverees and their families, including resources, referrals, phone support, and assistance with requests for help.
• Oversee the development, coordination, implementation, and management of peer recovery support services at the local level.
• Ensure the Telephone Recovery Support program operates efficiently within the Recovery Community Center.
• Build the local support service network through personal meetings, presentations, council, committee, and board participation, speaking engagements, and other promotional or networking activities.
• Recruit volunteers and promote recovery support services within the local community.
• Provide supervision as assigned.
• Schedule and implement recovery trainings and events in accordance with established requirements.
• Maintain data, prepare reports, and keep accurate and relevant records.
• Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of three years of successful, progressive experience in service or program delivery with a nonprofit organization.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with outreach, networking, promotion, and training.
• Strong customer service ethic.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Strong computer skills and experience with current technology.
• Knowledge of addiction recovery preferred.
• Cross-cultural skills and experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with CCAR projects and services preferred.
How to apply:
The Recovery Community Center Manager is a full-time, exempt position working 35 hours per week, with occasional evenings and weekends required. Travel to other Recovery Community Centers may be required for support as needed. A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required. Submit a cover letter and resume by clicking the “Apply” button, by fax at 860-244-2228, or by mail to CCAR, Attn: Human Resources, 75 Charter Oak Avenue, Building 1, Suite 305, Hartford, CT 06106. Applications will be accepted until August 12, 2026.
Note: A cover letter is required. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. CCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.