House Manager
Company: Solutions In Recovery
Role summary
House Manager is a role at Solutions In Recovery in Oceanside, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-29. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- House Manager
- Company
- Solutions In Recovery
- Location
- Oceanside, California, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-29
Here's a fantastic opportunity to step into a House Manager role without needing a degree. It's a great chance to gain experience in a supportive environment, with a clear path for growth and a good salary.
Job description
Description
Join Our Team as a House Manager
Our House Managers provide compassionate leadership in creating a safe, structured, and supportive living environment where clients can build life skills, develop healthy routines, and achieve lasting recovery. Working alongside our multidisciplinary team, House Managers oversee daily household operations, support client care and case management, mentor staff, and promote accountability, dignity, and respect. Guided by the highest ethical standards and a commitment to quality behavioral healthcare, House Managers play a vital role in helping clients reach their fullest potential.
Summary
The House Manager at SIR is responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct client care duties in support of the clients living skills program in a competent manner under the direction of the Operations Director. The House Manager provides general oversight of the housing environment and reports all environmental needs as it relates to supporting clients, to the operations director. The House Manager also conducts limited Case Management duties including but not limited to assessing, planning and facilitating care coordination to meet the client's individual needs.
AGE/CLIENT POPULATION(S) SERVED
Age of Client Population Served: Adult (18 & older)
Population Served: Persons meeting DSM5 criteria for substance use disorders with or without cooccurring
psychiatric illness, and psychiatric illness with or without substance use disorders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Household & Daily Routine Management
Ensure clients are woken up by 6:30 a.m.
Facilitate morning meetings/meditation and oversee daily chores
Ensure clients maintain proper hygiene and dress appropriately
Update daily client schedules, noting outside appointments and activities
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized household environment
Identify potential safety hazards and submit maintenance tickets as needed
Oversee preparation for new clients moving into the residence
Collect, supervise opening, and distribute client packages from the office
Conduct shift pass-downs with support staff, including completion of shift report and Shift Task Checklist
Medication & Health Support
Coordinate with the Medical Services Department regarding medication refills, adherence, and changes
Support clients in following prescribed medication schedules per policy
Observe and document medication administration, reporting concerns to clinical staff
Transportation & Scheduling
Facilitate timely client transportation to appointments, meetings, group sessions, and activities as assigned
Maintain the vehicle transportation binder and monitor maintenance issues
Track client attendance at required external meetings
Manage store runs, household errands, and related cash or credit card usage
Leadership, Staff Development & Collaboration
Collaborate with the team to support overall client care and ensure smooth daily operations
Coordinate with staff regarding client pass requests and approval processes
Assist with tasks alongside team members to achieve common household and client-related goals
Monitor and report on client participation in household routines, chores, and scheduled activities
Model professional, respectful, and goal-oriented behavior for both clients and staff
Train, mentor, and coach new hires and support staff to ensure adherence to agency policies and quality standards
Participate in staff meetings and trainings
Meal Planning & Food Management
Ensure necessary ingredients are listed and purchased; create grocery lists, and plan and prepare meal in collaboration with clients
Track food and supply inventory, monitor food freshness, and re-order items as needed
Track and manage weekly household food expenses with proper documentation
Case Management Responsibilities
Conduct client assessments to identify individual needs and coordinate resources
Collaborate with the clinical team to review client level of care and determine appropriate timing for vocational or volunteer engagement
Develop and support individualized client plans, including goal-setting and progress tracking
Provide guidance and support to clients for behavioral challenges
Requirements
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in the behavioral health field,preferred.
Attainment of at least 21 years of age.
A Health Screening with a negative TB Test Results.
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Driver’s License, or Government I.D.
Food Handler Certificate
Water Safety Certificate
Should be experienced house manager or Mental Health Technician, preferably in the field of chemical dependency and/or behavioral health.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of industry standards as related to the position of House Manager.
Basic knowledge of PC software programs, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred.
Written and oral communication skills; must be able to concentrate on work amid distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic
Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations such as when verbally or physically confronted in an aggressive manner
Must possess a reading and writing level that provides for clear expression and/or understanding of
assignments related to job description.
Ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the facility
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit for ext