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Medical Respite Support Specialist
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About Us:
Since our inception in 1985, the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) has been dedicated to providing equitable and dignified access to top-tier health care for individuals and families facing homelessness in the greater Boston area. Each year, we serve over 10,000 homeless individuals, ensuring they receive comprehensive health care services ranging from preventive dental care to cancer treatment. Our dedicated team of clinicians, case managers, and behavioral health professionals operates across more than 30 locations, striving to support some of the most vulnerable yet resilient members of our community.
Our mission is rooted in transformational work that emphasizes shared humanity, dignity, compassion, and mutual respect. We advocate for the right of every individual to access high-quality health care and for every staff member to realize their full potential. We are committed to dismantling barriers, including systemic racism, and providing community-based health care that is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and addresses social determinants of health.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a full-time Medical Respite Support Specialist to join our team at the Stacy Kirkpatrick House (SKH), a 20-bed medical respite facility in Boston. This role involves working evening hours and providing essential clinical support services to our patients while assisting the team of registered nurses (RNs).
The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and self-driven individual who aligns with the mission of BHCHP and is dedicated to delivering high-quality clinical care through a harm reduction approach in a medical respite setting.
Work Schedule: Full-time; 40 hours per week; 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm, including weekends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide care to patients while maintaining confidentiality, rights, and dignity.
- Collaborate with the team RN to prioritize tasks and communicate the status of patient care.
- Maintain ongoing communication with the team RN to ensure effective patient care.
- Assist RNs during complex treatments and procedures, including preparation and setup.
- Accurately collect patient data, such as vital signs and reason for visits, and report abnormalities.
- Conduct basic patient testing, including urine dip and glucose finger stick.
- Support patients with personal hygiene and assist with mobility as needed.
- Provide personal care and support for patients requiring end-of-life care.
- Escort patients to off-site appointments when necessary and manage medical supplies.
- Maintain inventory and order clinic supplies to prevent shortages.
- Keep accurate logs and records as per standards.
Qualifications:
- EMT Certification from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- At least 2 years of experience as an EMT or paramedic is strongly preferred.
- Strong assessment and communication skills.
- Understanding of substance use disorders and behavioral health issues.
- Experience working with underserved populations is a plus.
- Knowledge of the effects and management of sedating medications and polysubstance use.
- Individuals with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Hourly compensation of $31.11.
- Eligible for a competitive time-off policy, including 4 weeks of vacation.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 403B retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
- Pre-tax MBTA pass program with a 40% discount.
- Opportunities for yearly increases and additional compensation for bilingual proficiency.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage individuals from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds to apply, particularly those identifying as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA, first-generation college students, and individuals from low-income backgrounds.
Covid-19 Vaccination: Proof of Covid-19 vaccination(s) is optional for employment.
Please Note: Employment at Boston Health Care for the Homeless is at-will.
