Recovery Technician - Lebanon Pines

SCADD, Inc; Lebanon (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

403(b) with employer match

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Education/Training stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) seeks a compassionate Recovery Technician in Lebanon, CT to help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients on their recovery journey.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, professionalism, and teamwork across shifts. Responsibilities include client orientation, documentation, property screening, medication safety, and urgent issue coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher not required; experience in care settings preferred.
• First aid/CPR certification preferred within six months.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor program activities to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Support daily routines and respond to client needs with professionalism.
• Orient new clients to facility rules and program expectations.
• Complete non-clinical admission paperwork and documentation.
• Screen incoming client property for inappropriate items.
• Observe self-administration of medications and ensure proper onsite accountability.
• Coordinate with medical and behavioral staff for urgent issues.
• Provide clients with clean linens, towels, and supplies.
• Maintain department security and respond to calls as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Southeastern Connecticut | Located in Lebanon, CT

The Lebanon Pines program offers high intensity residential treatment for men with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. It is located on a 66-acre campus in southeastern Connecticut. Lebanon Pines provides a structured recovery environment with a focus on psychosocial aspects of treatment where residents learn to recognize their potential, prevent relapse and develop skills for reintegration into the community.

All Shifts Available | Full-time or Per-Diem available

• $20.00 Base Pay
• + $1.00 shift differential (2nd shift)

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning, nationally and locally recognized leader in substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment in southeastern Connecticut. We are proud recipients of the Top Workplace award, Non-Profit of the Year and Executive Director of the Year honors from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognition as a Top Tier organization, and a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Recovery Technician to help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients — playing a vital, hands-on role in supporting individuals on their path to recovery.

What You'll Do:

As a Recovery Technician, you will help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for clients by monitoring program activities, supporting daily routines, and responding to client needs with professionalism and compassion. You will be a consistent, trusted presence — ensuring clients feel safe, supported, and cared for every shift.

Responsibilities include:

• Orient new clients to the facility and review program rules and expectations
• Complete all non-clinical admission paperwork and documentation required by the department
• Screen incoming client property to check for inappropriate items being brought into the facility
• Observe medication self-administration and account for all medications on site in accordance with department procedures
• Manage and coordinate medical, behavioral, emergency, or facility issues quickly and efficiently, notifying the appropriate authority as needed
• Investigate suspicious or unusual behavior to ensure the safety of clients and the facility
• Provide clients with clean linens, towels, and personal supplies
• Check and clean laundry and client areas following Universal Precautions guidelines and department procedures
• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls as needed
• Monitor the security of the department regularly

What You'll Need:

• Associate's degree and 1 year of experience preferred; High School Diploma or GED required
• 1 year of related experience preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Valid and unrestricted Connecticut Driver's License; with the ability to drive an agency vehicle
• CPR and First Aid Certification required within six months of employment
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented practice, and SCADD's values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Multiple Medical Plans to fit your needs and budget
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match at 1 year
• Vacation and Sick accruals
• 11 paid Holidays
• 40 hours of paid Education/Training annually
• Paid Licensure Reimbursement
• Meaningful work making a lasting difference in the lives of individuals in recovery

Why SCADD?

Since 1966, SCADD has remained at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment, continuously evolving to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities across southeastern Connecticut. We believe in second chances and the power of recovery — and we know that every member of our team, at every level and every shift, plays a critical role in making that possible. When you join SCADD, you join a team that shows up every day with hope, connection, and purpose.

SCADD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. A pre-employment drug screen, conducted by a qualified lab, is required in accordance with Connecticut law.