Community Access Technician

Job overview

The Community Access Technician role is onsite at low-threshold shelters and other Community Access locations in Boston, MA. Compensation is $31.11 per hour. Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program works to provide equitable, dignified access to health care for people and families experiencing homelessness in greater Boston. The technician provides low-threshold medical access and supports safe, compassionate sedation monitoring. The role contributes to reducing overdose deaths and connecting patients with addiction treatment and primary care through clinical assessment, monitoring, emergency response, risk-reduction counseling, and care coordination.

What you'll do

• Provide direct clinical care under established policies and procedures
• respond first to medical emergencies at assigned sites
• provide supportive, nonjudgmental support for patients with substance use disorder
• provide basic wound care and skin assessment
• assess and document sedation and intervene as appropriate
• coordinate with clinical supports
• provide risk-reduction counseling and connect patients to treatment programs
• maintain accurate treatment records and flow sheets
• communicate with shelter staff and supervisors
• collaborate with shelter clinic teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

community access technician

sedation monitoring

low-threshold medical access

emergency response

overdose intervention

basic wound care

substance use disorder support

boston ma

boston health care for the homeless

$31.11 per hour

24–36 hours weekly

1199seiu

first responder certification

basic life support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Part-time employees receive prorated benefits, including time off, health, dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement savings plan, and a pre-tax MBTA pass program with a 40% discount.
• Additional compensation is available for demonstrated bilingual proficiency.

Why this role

Part-time role of 24–36 hours per week, with shifts from 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.; the posting says most shifts are overnight, with some day shifts available. The position is funded through December 31, 2026, with possible renewal.

About the employer

Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.