Comprehensive Onboarding

Learn about becoming a Chartered Operator and the support VSL offers

Mission & Standards

Understand the values, communication practices, and collaborative systems

Role Clarity

Discover your responsibilities and the next steps in launching a chartered home

About the Course

This onboarding course introduces new members to the Vanderburgh Sober Living (VSL) community. You’ll learn what it means to become a Chartered Operator, how VSL supports you, and the expectations that come with joining our network. The course covers our mission, standards, communication practices, and the collaborative systems that make VSL’s membership community thrive. By the end, you’ll understand your role, responsibilities, and the next steps toward launching your first chartered home.

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I'm [Your Name], the creator of this course. I'm excited to share my expertise with you and guide you through your journey to becoming a successful Chartered Operator at Vanderburgh Sober Living. Let's embark on this transformative experience together!

Course Curriculum

8 Chapters · 36 Lessons

  1. 1

    Recovery Ecosystems in Massachusetts

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Recovery Housing in Massachusetts

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Terminology Common in Massachusetts

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      The Continuum of Care in MA

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      The Referral Source Landscape

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Sober Living Directories & Resources

  2. 2

    Massachusetts Law and Sober Living

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Massachusetts State Law

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      How to Navigate Zoning

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Fire Safety in Massachusetts

  3. 3

    Funding for Residents & Operators

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Funding for Residents (rent)

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Funding for Operators (startup)

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Real Estate Financing in Massachusetts

  4. 4

    MASH Certification

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      The Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Benefits of MASH Certification

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Overview of MASH Standards

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      The MASH Certification Process

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Inspection Procedures, Fees, and Timelines

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      Ongoing Compliance & Renewal Renewals

  5. 5

    PART 1: ENTITY & LEGAL DOCUMENTS

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Required Documents: Sole Proprietors

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Required Documents: LLCs

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Required Documents: Corporations (including nonprofit)

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Required: If You Lease Your Home

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      ✔️ Entity & Legal Checklist

  6. 6

    PART 2: REQUIRED INSURANCE

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Insurance Policy Coverage Requirements

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      How to Provide Proof of Insurance

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Insurance Binder Standards

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      ✔️ Insurance Checklist

  7. 7

    PART 3: OPERATIONAL DOCUMENTS

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Resident Agreement & Handbook

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      House Rules, Policies, and Procedures

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Required Posters in the Home

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Incident Reporting Procedures

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Software & Recordkeeping Standards

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      ✔️ Operations & Document Checklist

  8. 8

    PART 4: BUILDING STANDARDS

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Fire Safety Requirements

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Minimum Room Sizes

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Fire Evacuation Plan

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      ✔️ Building Checklist

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