Recovery Technician - Transitional Living Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive bene

Medical plans

403(b) retirement plan with 10% match

Vacation and Sick accruals

11 paid holidays

Education/Training for licensure

Licensure reimbursement

Meaningful work in recovery

Job summary

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is seeking compassionate Recovery Technicians to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients in Norwich and New London, CT.

This full-time or per-diem position offers $20 per hour base pay plus a $1 shift differential for 2nd shift, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. You will orient clients, handle admissions paperwork, monitor medications, respond to needs with professionalism, and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Trauma informed care

Recovery oriented practice

Diversity equity inclusion values

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is seeking compassionate Recovery Technicians to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients in Norwich and New London, CT.

This full-time or per-diem position offers $20 per hour base pay plus a $1 shift differential for 2nd shift, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. You will orient clients, handle admissions paperwork, monitor medications, respond to needs with professionalism, and