Regional Manager (Southern Vermont)

About Us

The Vermont Foundation of Recovery (VFOR) is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting individuals in their transition to long-term recovery from substance use disorder by providing safe, affordable and structured recovery housing across Vermont. We operate a network of certified recovery homes in multiple communities, offering stable sober living environments where residents are empowered through accountability, peer connection and community support. At VFOR, we believe recovery is possible for everyone, and we are dedicated to helping people rebuild their lives with access to opportunity, respect and the resources they need to thrive.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join our team as a full-time Regional Manager in Southern Vermont. In this role, you’ll work directly with people in early recovery and those supporting them by providing guidance to help them reclaim their lives.

If you’re ready to be part of a mission-driven organization that’s changing lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Oversee all VFOR properties within the designated portfolio and the House Coordinators who support them.
• Foster and maintain a living environment that is substance-free and provides a healthy, non-discriminating, supportive, family-like atmosphere that values diversity.
• Honor multiple paths to recovery.
• Support House Coordinators and hold them accountable to overseeing VFOR homes and supporting VFOR house members. Foster a positive and supportive work environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.
• Provide 1 on 1 training to House Coordinators on policies, day-to-day duties of their role, and any other pertinent matters.
• Assist House Coordinators in resolving any issues that arise within a VFOR home including but not limited to structural, financial, behavioral, or personal issues.
• Provide leadership and support during crisis situations, including emergencies, conflicts, or return to use situations, ensuring appropriate protocols are followed to safeguard member safety and well-being.
• Hold members accountable to VFOR policies and expectations including administering UAs.
• Support homes directly anytime House Coordinators are not available.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and certification standards.
• Prepare regular reports on performance, outcomes, and compliance metrics.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures, implementing improvements as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes for members.
• Regularly communicate and report pertinent information regarding homes overseen to the Director of Operations following agreed upon protocols.
• Be a member of the Operations Team including attending the weekly meeting.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, landlords, stakeholders, and referral sources to enhance support networks and resources available to members.
• Attend training to develop relevant knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to set personal and professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including staff supervision, program development, and strategic thinking.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive approach to working with diverse populations with a focus on customer service.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and exhibit follow-through on tasks and goals, strong time management skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel throughout the state as needed.
• Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder preferred.
• Knowledge and experience operating recovery homes preferred.

Scheduling:

• Must be able to work weekends, some holidays, days, nights, and be on call for possible emergencies.
• Those with personal or professional experience in recovery are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us

• Play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and well-managed recovery environment.
• Use your lived experience to make a tangible difference in residents’ lives.
• To support your wellbeing and work-life balance, we offer health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and paid holidays.

How to Apply

We’d love to hear from you. If this role resonates with your skills, values and lived experience — whether through your own journey or through a close personal or professional connection to someone in recovery — we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter sharing why this role matters to you and how your experience can support our mission of fostering safe, empowering recovery communities.

Vermont Foundation of Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay: $29.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bennington, VT 05201

Salary : $29 - $32