Hybrid Kauhale Manager - Oahu at Mental Health Kokua

KAUHALE MANAGER – Oahu (Iwilei Center)
Support Recovery. Empower Lives. Strengthen Community at Mental Health Kokua.

Are you a compassionate leader with a heart for housing and behavioral health? Join Mental Health Kokua (MHK) as the Kauhale Manager at our Iwilei Center supportive housing community on Oahu. In this leadership role, you’ll oversee daily operations, support staff, and ensure residents receive trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care in a safe and respectful environment.

This is a facility-based management position located in Honolulu, HI, ideal for those with experience in residential services, mental health care, or housing program leadership who want to make a lasting difference in the community.

Kauhale Manager Responsibilities:

• Program Oversight: Manage day-to-day Kauhale operations including intakes, occupancy, rent collection, and unit inspections to maintain 95% utilization.
• Resident Support: Monitor resident wellness, coordinate behavioral health services, and ensure timely follow-up on clinical needs.
• Staff Supervision: Lead and develop a team of Kauhale Specialists; provide oversight, scheduling, and support for high-quality service delivery.
• Facility & Safety Management: Maintain safety standards, oversee facility maintenance and vendor coordination, and respond to emergencies per protocol.
• Community & Care Coordination: Collaborate with internal staff and community partners, including case managers, HMIS/CES teams, and other providers, to promote housing stability.

Kauhale Manager Qualifications:

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, human services, or a related behavioral health field
• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience in housing or residential services
• 2+ years of experience in behavioral health, supportive housing, or human services preferred
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience highly desirable
• Current TB clearance, CPR, and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and respond to facility-related needs

Benefits of Joining MHK:

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance (UHA, Kaiser, HDS)
• Supplemental Insurance (Aflac) & Pet Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Paid Leave & Holiday Pay
• Identity Theft & Legal Protection Plans
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Why Choose MHK?

At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in “Opportunities to Begin Again.” As Kauhale Manager, you’ll help build a supportive housing environment where recovery is possible and dignity is restored. You’ll lead a team dedicated to creating safety, stability, and opportunity for some of Hawaii’s most vulnerable residents.

Your leadership can make recovery possible—apply today and guide a team making a real difference in the lives of others.