Community Access Technician

Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program

2 hours ago

Boston, MA

Onsite

Full Time

Junior

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About this role

A Community Access Technician at Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program provides low-threshold medical access to homeless individuals, focusing on sedation monitoring, clinical care, and emergency response in shelters. The role involves compassionate care for patients with substance use disorder and connecting them to addiction treatment and primary care.

Skills

Qualifications

1-2 Years Emergency Response ExperienceStrong Assessment SkillsPharmacological Understanding of Sedating MedicationsOpioid Overdose Management KnowledgeSubstance Use Disorder Understanding

About Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program

bhchp.org

Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) is a nonprofit health-care provider that delivers comprehensive, low‑barrier medical and supportive services to people experiencing homelessness in Boston and the surrounding area. BHCHP provides clinic‑based and shelter‑based care, street outreach and mobile services, and integrated primary care, behavioral health, substance‑use treatment, and dental care to meet people where they are. The organization partners with hospitals, community agencies, and funders to coordinate care, advocate for housing and health equity, and reduce barriers that prevent people from getting timely treatment. Donors and partners support BHCHP for its trauma‑informed, outcomes‑focused approach to improving health and stability for unhoused individuals.