Healing Strategist

Description

Job Title:

Healing Strategist

Department:

The Healing Center

Reports To:

Director of Operations*

About Hope Is Alive

Hope Is Alive Ministries is a faith-based nonprofit recovery organization dedicated to transforming lives through Jesus Christ. Founded on the belief that lasting recovery is possible, HIA operates across six states — Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Colorado, Texas, and North Carolina — serving individuals and families affected by addiction through residential recovery programs, community outreach, and discipleship.

Every member of the HIA team is called to embody the organization's mission and values as both a professional and a servant leader.

Position Summary

The Healing Strategist leads teaching classes and walks alongside residents individually as they progress through their 45 day stay at The Healing Center, helping each resident build the knowledge, skills, and spiritual foundation needed for lasting recovery through Jesus Christ.

Ministry Alignment

This position requires active support of HIA's Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct. The following reflect how this role specifically advances our mission:

Teaching and walking with residents one on one through their 45 day stay puts this role at the center of each resident's growth and transformation while at The Healing Center.
Every class taught and every one on one meeting held is a chance to help a resident build a foundation for lasting recovery through Jesus Christ.
This role requires the same personal investment and spiritual maturity HIA expects of every discipleship focused role, since residents are trusting this role to guide them through one of the most formative seasons of their recovery.

Key Responsibilities

The following are the primary duties and responsibilities of this position. This list is not exhaustive and may be adjusted to support organizational needs.

Primary Duties

Lead teaching classes for residents covering HIA's curriculum, life skills, and recovery principles
Meet one on one with assigned residents on a regular basis throughout their 45 day stay to guide their progress
Track and document each resident's progress through the 45 day program, adjusting individual support as needed
Prepare and deliver class content that is engaging, biblically grounded, and appropriate to residents' stage of recovery

Additional Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Resident Care Specialist team and clinical staff to align on each resident's overall care and progress
Communicate resident progress and concerns to the Director of Operations and clinical team as needed
Continuously develop and improve curriculum and teaching materials based on resident feedback and outcomes
Perform other duties as assigned in support of organizational goals and mission

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience in teaching, discipleship, or recovery ministry
Comfortable teaching and leading groups, with strong public speaking and facilitation skills
Strong one on one relational skills, with the ability to walk alongside residents through a structured progression
Solid understanding of HIA's program, curriculum, and recovery principles
Genuine care for residents and a personal commitment to HIA's Christ-centered mission

Preferred

Personal experience with recovery or the 12 step community
Prior experience teaching, discipling, or mentoring in a residential or ministry setting
Experience with curriculum development

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate strength in the following areas:

Mission Alignment — Genuine commitment to guiding residents toward lasting recovery through Jesus Christ
Teaching — Delivers engaging, clear, biblically grounded class content
Relational Investment — Builds meaningful one on one relationships with residents throughout their stay
Discernment — Tracks resident progress and adjusts support to each individual's needs
Collaboration — Coordinates with Resident Care Specialists and clinical staff on shared resident care

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The following conditions are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

On site at The Healing Center, in classroom and one on one meeting settings
Standard schedule is 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday; occasional evening or weekend availability for resident needs

Physical Demands

Ability to stand and lead classes for extended periods
Ability to sit for ext