Recovery Support Technician

VOA Mid-States•Louisville, KY

About The Position

Volunteers of America Mid-States is hiring a full-time, hourly, non-exempt Recovery Support Technician for Freedom House 3 in Louisville, Kentucky. The position is responsible primarily for safely transporting program participants to and from locations such as court, medical appointments, meetings, groups, program activities, treatment, and other services staff consider appropriate. The technician may also cover duties inside the Recovery Community Center, including helping set up events and monitoring day-to-day operations when needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license and good driving record, successful background and driver-record checks, and at least one year of sobriety. The Recovery Support Technician reports to the Recovery Support Tech Supervisor. Volunteers of America Mid-States is a nonprofit serving people and communities across four states through housing, developmental-disability support, restorative justice programs, HIV testing and education, and other services. The organization describes its staff as mission-driven and values flexibility, teamwork, and a positive work culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Pass a background check and driver-record check.
Minimum of one year of sobriety.

Responsibilities

Drive participants to and from meetings, groups, and appointments as needed.
Provide transportation to court, medical appointments, program activities, treatment, and other appropriate services.
Provide a safe and secure ride for participants.
Maintain operational control of the facility in the absence of senior staff.
Ensure clients comply with Volunteers of America policies and rules.
Maintain the van sign-in/sign-out log.
Monitor clients and their behavior in the van and facility.
Complete required documentation.
Attend training and supervision.
Observe and report maintenance needs and safety hazards.
Provide childcare.
Perform Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by supervision and the PQI Committee.
Help set up on-site events and monitor day-to-day Recovery Community Center operations when needed.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Health and Wellness Program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Short-term disability.
Legal services through the MetLife Legal Plan.
Competitive pay.
Company-paid life insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with company match.
Employee discounts.
Student loan forgiveness options through the National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Insurance and paid time off benefits start on the first day.
Positive work culture and Commitment, Justice, Integrity, and Compassion and Retention committees.