
Community Technician - Parkview - Wednesday-Sunday 7am-3:30pm
Required skills
- trauma-informed care
- de-escalation
- crisis intervention
- First Aid
- CPR
- Narcan
- fire safety
- logbooks
- incident reports
- progress notes
Nice to have
- homelessness
- mental health
- substance use
- Security Guard license
- bilingual
Role summary
BRC is seeking a full-time Community Technician to provide frontline support to individuals experiencing homelessness. This role involves maintaining a safe residential environment, engaging residents with trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques, responding to crises, and completing documentation. No prior shelter experience is required, but strong judgment, empathy, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential. The position offers training, certifications (CPR/First Aid, Narcan, Fire Safety), and pathways to career advancement. Preferred qualifications include experience with relevant populations or specific certifications like a Security Guard license.
Community Technician
Full-Time | 37.5 hours/week | 24/7 Program | Mandatory Overtime
Make a Difference Every Shift
At BRC, every shift matters. As a Community Technician, you’re a consistent, trusted presence for individuals experiencing homelessness—often supporting people in moments of crisis, uncertainty, or transition.
This hands-on, frontline role is ideal for those interested in social work, human services, public health, or emergency response. No prior shelter experience required—just strong judgment, empathy, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain a safe, orderly residential environment through active monitoring and rounds
- Engage residents using trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques
- Respond to conflicts, safety concerns, and crises professionally
- Screen residents and visitors while maintaining dignity and security
- Provide emergency support (First Aid/CPR, Narcan – training provided)
- Complete documentation (logbooks, incident reports, progress notes)
- Support fire safety procedures, inspections, and compliance
- Assist with meals, escorts, inventory, and facility upkeep
What You’ll Gain
- Experience in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and crisis intervention
- BRC-sponsored certifications (CPR/First Aid, Narcan, Fire Safety Guard, etc.)
- Clear pathways to case management, senior roles, and leadership
- Structured training, onboarding, and team support
- Tuition assistance and professional development
Who We’re Looking For
- High School diploma or GED required
- Strong communication skills and basic computer proficiency
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professional boundaries
- Willingness to obtain required certifications
Preferred:
- Experience with homelessness, mental health, or substance use populations
- Security Guard license, Food Handler Certificate, or similar certifications
- Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
Schedule
- Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
- Morning, evening, and overnight shifts available
- Mandatory overtime required
What We Offer
- Health and dental insurance starting Day One
- 3+ weeks vacation, 12 holidays, plus sick and personal time
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Tuition assistance and paid training opportunities
- Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, transit, childcare)
- A mission-driven team committed to staff wellbeing
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