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We’re always looking for individuals who are passionate about recovery housing and eager to grow with us. At WAQRR, you’ll find meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the chance to help shape recovery housing in Washington state.

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Professional Development Coordinator

How to Apply:Send your resume and cover letter to info@waqrr.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.WAQRR is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience in recovery.

The Washington Alliance for Quality Recovery Residences (WAQRR) is seeking a Professional Development Coordinator to support our mission of ensuring high-quality recovery residences across Washington State.

This part-time, hybrid role (15 hours/week) is ideal for someone passionate about professional development, training coordination, and recovery housing. You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts, moderate online and in-person events, and support professional development initiatives for recovery residence operators and staff statewide.

Key Details:

  • Position: Professional Development Coordinator

  • Location: Hybrid (Remote with occasional in-person events in WA)

  • Hours: 15 hours/week

  • Pay: $25–$30/hour

  • Reports to: Director of Accreditation/Professional Development


Responsibilities include:

  • Partner with subject matter experts in recovery residences and substance use disorder fields to curate relevant, evidence-based training content for monthly webinars (potentially multiple per month), ensuring alignment with WAQRR’s mission and goals.

  • Organize, host, and facilitate monthly webinars and training sessions via Microsoft Teams, managing registration, participant engagement, technical logistics, and content delivery.

  • Schedule and lead monthly networking calls to foster collaboration among recovery residence professionals, ensuring engaging and inclusive discussions with backup content to enhance participation.

  • Moderate large-scale online events, including webinars, networking calls, and the annual conference, using strong facilitation skills to create productive and engaging experiences.

  • Utilize Mailchimp to craft and distribute professional emails, share resources, and send tailored follow-up materials to participants.

  • Manage training schedules and deadlines using Excel and calendars to ensure timely execution of all activities.

  • Support outreach efforts to promote professional development opportunities to recovery residence networks, community partners, and stakeholders.

  • Record webinars and ensure proper distribution of recordings and related materials to participants for ongoing access.

  • Coordinate and help deliver compelling presentations and moderate sessions at WAQRR’s annual conference, leveraging strong public speaking skills to engage diverse audiences. 

  • Distribute post-training surveys to assess participant needs and ensure content meets expectations, using feedback to refine future offerings.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, business OR 3+ years of related experience

  • 1–2 years of training coordination or event planning (recovery-related fields preferred)

  • Exceptional public speaking and moderation skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Mailchimp, and scheduling/project tools

  • Direct experience in recovery or recovery residence operations a plus​

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