Community Paramedic: Frontline Care & Recovery Support

Buncombe County Government; Woodfin (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Buncombe County Government is hiring a Community Paramedic in the Emergency Medical Services department to provide non-traditional pre-hospital care for patients affected by substance abuse, mental health issues, or chronic health needs.

The role requires paramedic certification, several years of EMS experience, and completion of a Community Paramedic program within six months. A driver’s license is required, and RN licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with EMS coursework and 3+ years paramedic experience, including 1 year with Buncombe County EMS.
• Completion of a Community Paramedic education program within 6 months of hire; Crisis Intervention Training preferred.
• North Carolina Paramedic certification; valid NC driver’s license; RN license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to overdose, mental health crises, or high-utilizer EMS calls.
• Examine, screen, treat and coordinate health services for patients.
• Participate in Post Overdose Response Teams (PORT) to connect patients with services.

Skills

EMT-Paramedic

Patient assessment

Emergency vehicle operation

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma

Paramedic certification

RN license (preferred)

Tools

Emergency equipment

Job description

Buncombe County Government is hiring a Community Paramedic in the Emergency Medical Services department to provide non-traditional pre-hospital care for patients affected by substance abuse, mental health issues, or chronic health needs.

The role requires paramedic certification, several years of EMS experience, and completion of a Community Paramedic program within six months. A driver’s license is required, and RN licensure is preferred.