Community Technician - Bowery Safe Haven - Friday-Tuesday 11pm-7:30am

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

3+ weeks vacation and holidays

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bowery Residents' Committee, Inc. is seeking a Community Technician to help maintain a safe residential environment and support individuals experiencing homelessness. You will engage residents with trauma-informed approaches, respond to crises, and assist with daily operations and documentation.

The role offers hands-on frontline work in a 24/7 program with mandatory overtime. No prior shelter experience is required, but strong judgment, empathy, and calmness under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• This role requires empathy, good judgment, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Experience or training in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention is highly valued.
• Strong communication and boundary-setting skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

De-escalation techniques

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

First Aid/CPR

Job description

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