Resident Tech

About the role

Join Our Team and Make a Real Difference At Armada Recovery, we're committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals struggling with addiction. As a Resident Tech, you'll play a vital role in our mission to help clients overcome their battles and find long-term sobriety. If you're passionate about helping others and want to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply. We're a Joint Commission accredited treatment provider, committed to providing safe and effective care. Our mission is to give people hope and a safe place to get well until they're strong enough to find that strength within themselves. We're building a culture where staff get recognized for their hard work, not just corrected; leadership is on the floor, and the work gets noticed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety and observation rounds, documenting accurately and on time
• Support clients through physical and emotional withdrawal, with patience and compassion
• De-escalate tense moments and maintain a calm, safe, and structured environment
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff about client needs and concerns
• Assist with intakes, belongings searches, and client settling-in processes
• Model recovery principles and basic human respect, while maintaining a clean and orderly environment

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
• Reliable transportation to and from the facility
• Physical ability to stand and walk for a full shift, with the capacity to assist clients as needed
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a tech (RT, BHT, PCT, CNA) in detox, residential, behavioral health, or healthcare
• CPR and First Aid certification (we'll help you obtain this if needed)
• De-escalation or crisis intervention training
• Lived experience with recovery (we value this and may ask for sustained sobriety before hiring)

Pay

Competitive hourly rate of $20/hour to start

Benefits

• Paid time off and training opportunities
• Real advancement opportunities, with many of our leaders starting as RTs
• A dynamic, team-oriented work environment where your contributions are recognized and valued