Recovery Support Technician - Columbus, Ohio

voaohincareers; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

403(b) retirement plan

11 paid holidays PTO

Job summary

Volunteers of America Ohio and Indiana seeks a Full-Time Recovery Support Technician for the Fresh Start Columbus Program. You will work with mothers and their children in a residential setting, providing compassionate care as they pursue recovery from substance use disorders.

The role involves crisis intervention, documenting progress, facilitating skills training, and ensuring safety and compliance with child services requirements, including transport and intake duties.

Qualifications

• Provide direct client care and crisis intervention.
• Facilitate individual and group skills training.
• Follow reporting standards for child abuse and neglect.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to clients pursuing recovery.
• Perform 1:1 crisis intervention and document work.
• Facilitate skills training for individuals and groups.
• Ensure compliance with child services reporting standards.
• Transport clients in company-approved vehicles.
• Conduct surveillance and room searches for safety.
• Tour facility to maintain safety and security.
• Manage client intake procedures.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Direct client care

Documentation

Group skills training

Intake procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

First Aid & CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Volunteers of America Ohio and Indiana is looking for passionate, dedicated Full-Time Recovery Support Technicians to join our Fresh Start Columbus Program. This is an exceptional opportunity to engage directly with women on their recovery journey and make a meaningful impact on their lives and the lives of their children. The Fresh Start Columbus program is a family-focused, residential addiction treatment program where mothers and their children live together in a supportive and healing environment, allowing for family reunification and the preservation of the crucial mother-child bond.

Why Join Our Team?

As a Recovery Support Technician, you will be on the front lines, providing direct client care to women seeking recovery from opioid and other substance use disorders. Many of these women are pregnant or are living with their children while receiving treatment, offering you a unique opportunity to witness and contribute to the profound transformation of families. Your work will touch the mind, body, heart, and spirit of those we serve, integrating deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide compassionate care to the clients we serve, ensuring support and understanding as they work toward recovery.
• Perform 1:1 crisis intervention, supporting clients and documenting your work.
• Facilitate skills training for individuals and groups, empowering clients in their recovery.
• Ensure compliance with Ohio Child Services and legally mandated reporting standards for child abuse and neglect.
• Transport clients in company-approved vehicles when necessary.
• Conduct general surveillance and room searches to maintain safety and control contraband.
• Perform regular tours of the facility to ensure client safety and security.
• Complete and manage client intake procedures efficiently.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Must pass state, county, and Child Services background checks.
• First Aid & CPR certification is required and must be maintained. VOAOHIN will provide certification if not already obtained.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Personal paid time off, including 11 paid holidays.

Available Shifts:

• 1st shift available.
• 2nd shift: 4:00pm – 12:30pm.
• 3rd shift: 12:00am – 8:30am.
• Shift differential for all hours worked after 5 PM.
• Availability for some weekend shifts is required.

Join our compassionate and mission-driven team and be a part of real change, supporting mothers and children as they heal and grow together.