Recovery-Focused Patient Care Technician (Peer Support)

Austin Travis County Sobriety Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A community support center in Austin, Texas, seeks a Patient Care Technician to support clients recovering from substance use. You'll provide compassionate support, mentoring, and engage clients along their recovery journey. This role requires lived experience with substance use, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a supportive environment. A valid Texas Driver’s License is required. Join us to impact lives positively through trauma-informed and client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with substance use and recovery stability.
• Bilingual (Spanish English) preferred.
• Peer Support Specialist certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, recovery-oriented support to clients.
• Assist in de-escalating clients experiencing anxiety or confusion.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client progress.
• Participate in team meetings and training.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Compassion, patience, and resilience

Ability to respond to stressful situations

Knowledge of HIPAA standards

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Job description

A community support center in Austin, Texas, seeks a Patient Care Technician to support clients recovering from substance use. You'll provide compassionate support, mentoring, and engage clients along their recovery journey. This role requires lived experience with substance use, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a supportive environment. A valid Texas Driver’s License is required. Join us to impact lives positively through trauma-informed and client-centered care.