POSITION TITLE Recovery Support Technician
LOCATION Owensboro, KY
STATUS Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM Freedom House SEKY
REPORTS TO Recovery Support Tech Supervisor
INTRODUCTION
Volunteers of America Mid-States is a non-profit group that works in four states. We help people and communities by offering important services. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We also support people with developmental disabilities, offer restorative justice programs, and give free HIV testing and education.
VOA started in 1896. Back then, the word volunteer meant someone who helped others as their lifes work. Today, our team is made up of caring, mission-driven professionals who work hard to make a difference and build strong communities. Our staff values flexibility, teamwork, and having fun at work. We also offer a full benefits package to employees who qualify.
BENEFITS
Volunteers of America Mid-States offers a rich and robust benefits package that supports a healthy work-life balance, including:
• Health and Wellness • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Health & Wellness Program • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Short-Term Disability • Legal Services • MetLife Legal Plan • Financial Support • Competitive Pay • Company-Paid Life Insurance • 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match • Employee Discounts • Student Loan Forgiveness Options • National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness
All insurance and paid time off benefits start on your first day.
POSITIVE WORK CULTURE
Commitment Justice Integrity Compassion
Committees Retention Committee
JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS
The Recovery Support Technician is responsible for transporting program participants to and from various locations as needed. These services may include transport to and from court, doctors appointments, program activities, treatment, and any other services deemed appropriate by staff. Recovery Support Driver and Technician may also be asked to cover duties inside the Recovery Community Center. These duties may include helping to set up for events that will be held on site, monitoring the day-to-day operations if needed.
The Recovery Support Technicians primary responsibility is transporting and providing a safe and secure ride for all participants.
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED • Valid drivers license and good driving record required • Must pass background check and driver record check • Minimum of 1 year of sobriety
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Drive participants to and from meetings, groups, and appointments as needed • Maintain operational control of the facility in the absence of senior staff • Ensure clients comply with Volunteers of America policies and rules • Maintain van sign-insign-out log • Monitor clients in van and facility and their behavior • Complete required documentation • Attend training and supervision • Observe and report maintenance needs and safety hazards • Provide transportation for clients • Provide childcare • Observe and report maintenance needs and safety hazards • Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by supervision & PQI Committee
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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.