Community Paramedic

• Respond to emergent and non-emergent scenes/locations to collaborate with public safety professionals and other crisis/mental health resources where individuals are experiencing chronic medical conditions, substance use, and/or mental health crisis;
• Assess and potentially reduce 9-1-1 utilization for non-emergent purposes by providing proactive resources and guidance to community members/clients;
• Respond to substance use and mental health emergencies as part of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT);
• Examine, screen, treat, and coordinate health resources and services for patients, which may include but are not limited to point of care laboratory testing based on the paramedic’s education, training, and competency;
• Observe, record, and report to the care team and/or patient case manager on the individual’s conditions, response to medications, significant findings, incidents, and treatments;
• Conduct risk assessments;
• Administer care consistent with program policies, standard operating procedures, and treatment/case management orders;
• Follow up with patients and case managers after the conclusion of a crisis to report improvements or additional service needs;
• Conduct patient education pertaining to chronic disease management, community health resources, mental health resources, and substance use resources;
• Provide basic and advanced life support in collaboration with local emergency medical service agencies;
• Communicate and regularly interact with the staff teams of the community services board, healthcare system, law enforcement organizations, emergency communications, and health department, as well as neighborhood/community members;
• Operate a City vehicle in the performance of duties;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma and considerable (3-5 years) experience as a paramedic or healthcare clinician (e.g. registered nurse or more highly credentialed) with considerable (3-5 years) pre-hospital experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A post-secondary degree in emergency health services, emergency medical services or social work is preferred but not required for consideration.
• Valid driver's license.
• Possession of the following:
  • Virginia Paramedic Certification or equivalent at hire date;
  • Basic Life Support Certification (CPR) at hire date;
  • Emergency Vehicle Operators Level II Certification within six months of hire date; and
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within six months of hire date.
• Certification as a Community Paramedic (CP-C) is preferred but not required for consideration.
• Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.

• DMV Driving Record Review;
• Drug Screen;
• Personal History Statement*;
• Criminal Background Investigation;
• Industry-Specific Physical Exam (NFPA 1582), including TB Test.

To Apply:In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, to include previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days.(posted 02/03/2026)