Recovery Support Technician (RST)

Volunteers of America Mid-States; Manchester (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Mid-States is seeking a Recovery Support Technician to monitor and support the residential program’s safety and daily operations in Manchester, KY. You will help ensure policy adherence, maintain records, and assist with client supervision and transportation as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, sobriety where applicable, a valid driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days. Prior experience in a treatment setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 12 months sobriety where applicable.
• Two years post-secondary education preferred.
• Two years prior experience in a treatment facility preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation control of the facility in the absence of senior staff.
• Ensure client’s compliance with VOA Mid-States policies and house rules.
• Maintain chronologically written records of events during the shift.
• Maintain client sign-in/sign-out log.
• Make periodic tours of the facility and grounds.
• Monitor number of clients and their behavior hourly.
• Complete required documentation.
• Attend training and clinical supervision.
• Provide transportation.
• Provide childcare if needed.
• Observe and report maintenance needs and safety hazards.
• PQI duties as assigned by Supervisor and PQI Committee.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years post-secondary education preferred

Job description

Position Title

Recovery Support Technician (RST)

Location

Manchester, KY

Status

Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Program

Freedom House SEKY

Reports To

Recovery Support Technician & Peer Support Specialist Supervisor

Introduction

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.

Benefits

Health and Wellness

• Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
• Health and Wellness Program
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• MetLife Legal Plans

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Life Insurance (company paid)
• 403b retirement plan with company fund matching
• Employee discounts
• Loan forgiveness options through federal programs
• All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one

(National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

Work Culture

• Commitment Committee
• Justice Committee
• Integrity Committee
• Compassion Committee
• Retention Committee

Training & Development

• VOA LEAD Program- Leadership Development Program
• VOA University - Staff Development
• VOA Academy - Clinical Training and Development

Job Summary

The Recovery Support Technician is responsible for monitoring the functional operations of the residential program and facility. The Recovery Support Technician's primary responsibility is safety and security of programs and clients

What you should have for this role

This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Minimum of 12 months continuous sobriety, if applicable. Two years post-secondary education is preferred. Two years prior experience in a treatment facility (or other specialized knowledge and experience) preferred. Valid driver's license and good driving record required. Must have ability to be CPR and First Aid Certified upon 30 days of employment. Satisfactory criminal records check. Satisfactory sex crimes records check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation control of the facility in the absence of senior staff.
• Ensure client’s compliance with Volunteers of America Mid-States policies and house rules.
• Maintain chronologically written records of events that occur during the shift.
• Maintain client sign-in/sign-out log.
• Make periodic tours of the facility and its grounds.
• Monitor the number of clients in facility and their behavior hourly.
• Complete required documentation.
• Attend training and clinical supervision.
• Provide transportation.
• Provide childcare if needed.
• Observe and report maintenance needs and safety hazards.
• Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by Supervisor and PQI Committee.
• Other duties assigned.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.