We’re Hiring: Lab Technician – Laboratory Services Location: Rockford, Illinois Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $36,500 – $38,000 (based on experience and education) Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Working at TASC At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through the use of SPECIALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT™, we create a world where recovery, justice and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC! In this position, you will be part of TASC’s agency infrastructure, whose departments collectively assure the overall quality, fiscal responsibility, effectiveness, and impact of TASC’s work, and work to advance our mission to build a healthier, safer, and more just society. Position Summary: As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for collecting and preparing specimens for routine laboratory testing. This includes data entry, communication with staff and clients, managing lab inventory, and ensuring all protocols and safety standards are followed. Key Responsibilities Collect urine specimens in accordance with HIPAA and lab protocols Prepare and package specimens for both onsite and reference laboratory testing Accurately enter client and test data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) Communicate with caseworkers, clients, and support staff regarding results Maintain and organize lab supplies and inventory Prepare, pack, and ship supplies to agency locations as needed Follow all health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe lab environment Participate in required trainings Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent One to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination One year of laboratory experience preferred Knowledge of standard lab practices and safety protocols Strong communication skills (written and oral) Ability to work with a diverse population Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based applications Availability to attend meetings and support lab operations at various sites as needed Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Short and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Floating Holidays Tuition Reimbursement 403(b) Retirement Plan How to Apply Visit www.tasc.org to apply online. TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected category under federal or state law.