Family Support Partner

Child & Family
Full-time
Middletown, with in-state travel
Apprenticeship Eligible
Sign-on bonus & additional stipend
Bilingual Preferred

This position is eligible for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds which includes a one-time $750 sign-on bonus payable after the completion of 90 days of employment as well as a monthly stipend of up to $694.50 which is based upon the hours worked in the previous month for as long as the funds are guaranteed by the State.

What You’ll Be Doing
The Family Support Partner in our Family Care Community Partnership program will collaborate with community-based service providers, family members, and friends to build a strong brighter future for families in the program. 

Your Main Priorities
•    Provides support to families with children and youth who are at risk of abuse and neglect, have serious emotional disturbance (SED) or a developmental disability (DD), and or those who have juvenile corrections involvement in the home and or school setting. 
•    Supports the Family Service Care Coordinators with family engagement, building trust and orienting family members and others to the Wraparound process; supports Wraparound team integration and success. 
•    Connect families with community-based services and support that are appropriate; provides basic parent education. 
•    Support, educate, empowers, and advocates for the family to use their voice to express their views and choices. 
•    Actively participates as a member of the Wrap Planning Team until the family can advocate for their needs. 
•    Supports data collection needs such as RIFIS activities and progress notes. 
•    Other duties as assigned.
 
Qualifications
•    Highest school diploma or equivalent required. 
•    1+ year of experience related to the role or knowledge acquired through relevant training required. 
•    Experience with serious emotional disturbance (SED) or developmentally disabled (DD) children preferred. 
•    Strong organizational and time-management skills.
•    Basic computer skills required; knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
•    Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
•    Must be able to authorize Child & Family to complete Motor Vehicle Record check.
•    Ability to communicate and effectively interact with a diverse population. 
•    The ideal candidate will be required to meet all pre-employment requirements such as background checks and medical clearances.

Travel Requirements
Site location: Middletown, RI
Local travel required.

Benefits and Perks

  • Up to 4 Weeks Vacation Time
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • 12 Sick Days & 1 Personal Day
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Employer Contribution to 401(k)
  • Fully Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • Life, ADD, Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Shift Differentials
  • Discounts available: Childcare at Middletown location, Verizon Wireless, pet insurance, YMCA membership, BJ’s membership, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

How to Apply

Apply here.

Who We Are
Child & Family supports resilient families, vulnerable children, and elders throughout Rhode Island. Family Preservation is an important goal of every program and service we provide.

We believe that individuals and communities thrive when supported by strong families, and that a community works best when it accepts responsibility for all of its members.

As one of the largest social service agencies in RI, we operate community engagement centers in Providence and
Middletown. Our home-based and community-based programs bring services to individuals and families across RI.

Case Manager / CHW

Family Service Rhode Island
Trauma Systems Therapy
Full-time
Bilingual Skills are Compensated!

Summary: The Trauma Systems Therapy – Case Manager/Community Health Worker will conduct screenings and individual needs assessments in family homes and other community venues as appropriate. Responsible for engaging clients; implementing screening tools; identifying areas of need; developing action plans; ensuring referrals are made to appropriately matched services; and providing ongoing support and monitoring.

Qualifications:

  • Community Health Worker Certification preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Ability to complete training and meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 6 months of employment.
  • Spanish bilingual preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
  • Ability to provide services in clients homes, health clinic, community locations and other agency sites.
  • Ability to have a flexible schedule to include some evenings.
  • Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
  • Bilingual skills are compensated!!

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

HOW TO APPLY:

CHW Healthy Start

Family Service Rhode Island
Full-time
Bilingual Skills are Compensated!
Experience working with young children required

PROGRAM: Healthy Start

Summary: CHW will conduct screenings and individual needs assessments in primarily Jenks Park Pediatrics, Inc. in Central Falls, but also in family homes and other community venues as appropriate. Responsible for engaging clients; implementing screening tools; identifying areas of need; developing action plans; ensuring referrals are made to appropriately matched services; and providing ongoing support and monitoring.


Qualifications:

  • Community Health Worker Certification required; Bachelor degree preferred.
  • Ability to complete training and meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 12 months of employment.
  • Spanish bilingual preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
  • Ability to provide services in client’s homes, health clinic, community locations and other agency sites.
  • Ability to have a flexible schedule to include some evenings.
  • Experience working with young children and their families.
  • Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
  • Bilingual skills are compensated!!

Continuing Education Requirements:

  • As needed to maintain individual CHW certification and meet RI DOH standards.
  • Participation in semi-annual and annual employee performance review process including development and review of professional/program goals and objectives.
  • Other trainings as required by Rhode Island Department of Health.


We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

HOW TO APPLY:

CHW Partnering for Vaccine Equity

Family Service RI
Partnering for Vaccine Equity (P4VE)
Full-time
Bilingual Skills are Compensated!

FULL TIME: 40 hours per week

Summary: This is a community-based position with a focus on promoting equity and inclusion. The Community Health Worker (CHW) will collaborate with community partners, local pharmacies, internal and external Health Equity Zones, stakeholders and residents of Providence, Cranston, Pawtucket and Central Falls to implement, host, expand and promote COVID-19 vaccination/boosters, and/or Influenza vaccinations. This position may require non-traditional working hours to host vaccination events to accommodate community needs. CHW will also engage residents in dialogue about COVID-19, and Influenza benefits, address misinformation related to the vaccines/boosters and provide relevant literature and education on COVID-19, Influenza and other vaccinations. CHW will identify resident areas of need, assist with breaking down barriers to community-based resources and ensure referrals are made to the appropriately matched services. CHW will be required to attend all meetings associated to P4VE and other related meetings as scheduled.


Qualifications:

  • Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
  • Certified Community Health Worker, or ability to be certified within first 6 months of employment.
  • Bilingual preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to coordinate events with community partners and stakeholders.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, organization and customer service skills required; experience building and maintaining relationships internally and externally with community partners.
  • Working knowledge of computers and ability to maintain data appropriately.
  • Experience working with culturally diverse communities/families and demonstrated ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
  • Prior experience with case management in/or community organizing preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
  • Bilingual skills are compensated!!

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

HOW TO APPLY:

Bilingual Family Support Specialist

The Autism Project
Johnston, RI
Full-time or Part-time
Parent or relative of a child with Autism preferred
Apprenticeship Eligible

Position Level: Part Time or Regular Full Time 40 hours a week  

Family Support Specialist (CHW) will be responsible for supporting the Manager of Family Support in all activities aligned with family support, outreach, and education.  Each CHW will build on a specific knowledge area to support other team members to best serve the community (COVID related, ASD specific, Education, culture, and linguistics)

Essential Job Functions

Support

  • Work with families in new Community Health Worker program with responsibilities in the four key areas and include COVID-19 related activities in all encounters when appropriate:  
    • Health Promotion and Coaching for individuals with autism and families, including assessment and screening for health-related social needs, setting goals, and creating an action plan, on-site observation of members’ living situations, and providing information and/or coaching.
    • Health system navigation and resource coordination services, including:
      • Helping to engage, re-engage, or ensure patient follow-up in primary care; routine preventive care; adherence to treatment plans; and/or self-management of chronic conditions.
      • Helping a member find Medicaid providers to receive a covered service. Helping a member make and keep an appointment for a Medicaid covered service.
      • Arranging transportation to a medical appointment.
      • Attending an appointment with the member for a covered medical service.
      • Helping a member find and access other relevant community resources
      • Accompanying a member to other relevant community resources.
      • Helping a member with a telehealth appointment and/or educating a member on the use of telehealth technology.
    • Health Education and Training  
      • Develop and learn curriculum for training parents and caregivers on best practices and evidence-based strategies for raising a child with autism.
      • Ensure training is up-to-date and culturally appropriate for the community.
    • Care planning with a member’s interdisciplinary care team as part of a team-based, person-centered approach to improve members’ health by meeting a member’s situational health needs and health-related s
    • Develop and maintain resources for reference and report them to Manager for dissemination.

Outreach

  • Coordinate participation in area outreach opportunities including Resource Fairs, community activities and the annual Imagine Walk.
  • Attend area community meetings including HEZ Projects, Thrive by Five, Early Intervention to connect with area family members and professionals working with at-risk families.
  • Work with team to support private Facebook page and other social media activities.

Education (After training period)

  • Co-present Parent-to-Parent and other trainings to families and community members, and COVID Health and Safety training to key areas of the state.
  • Co-present and provide the parent perspective on trainings to clinicians and educators.
  • Train to lead support groups independently.

Data

  • Enter and record pertinent information into Electronic Record Portal
  • Track training data as required.

Requirements

  • Parent of a child with an autism spectrum disorder or relative to preferred.
    • Be a Certified Community Healthcare Worker or be willing to take the certification training.
    • Bi-lingual
    • Flexible work schedule including limited nights and weekends.
    • Associate Degree preferred

How to Apply

We are waiting to hear back if there is an apply online option for this job. For now, contact Susan Baylis Jewel at SJewel@Lifespan.org

Federal Medicare to Cover CHW and Peer Support Services!!!!

Big GREAT News for CHWs!

Up until now, some individual states (including RI!) have been setting up their own Medicaid reimbursement for CHW services. Now the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have finalized policy changes for MediCARE payments effective on or after January 1, 2024 that cover “services involving community health workers, care navigators, and peer support specialists.” This is a game-changer!  

Details are provided on the CMS.gov page: Calendar Year (CY) 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule.

From Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS):

“Specifically, we are finalizing to pay separately for Community Health Integration, Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Risk Assessment, and Principal Illness Navigation services to account for resources when clinicians involve certain types of health care support staff such as community health workers, care navigators, and peer support specialists in furnishing medically necessary care. While these types of health care support staff have been able to serve as auxiliary personnel to perform covered services incident to the services of a Medicare-enrolled billing physician or practitioner, the services described by the finalized codes are the first that are specifically designed to describe services involving community health workers, care navigators, and peer support specialists.“

NOTE:  This billing will be complex and CHWARI will strive in future months to provide opportunities for learning how to manage the new policy and to make sure CHW voices are heard amidst its roll out. 

CHW Voices for Leadership & Advocacy Group
Speaking of voices, join fellow CHWs on the last Monday of every month to: 
•    Meet other CHWs
•    Contribute to policy discussions
•    Strengthen community connections
•    Join networking groups
•    Keep up to date on CHW news
Next meeting November 27th at 11am.  Learn more here!

Bilingual Community Health Workers Asthma Prevention

West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation
Full-time $25/hr
Bilingual Spanish Required
CHW Certification Required

See full job description


Essential Functions

  • ·       Work with R2E Lead CHW to report client updates, outcomes and program overview needs
  • ·       Willing to be cross trained to function in all aspects of the CHW role with a focus on:
  • o   Environmental health in clients’ homes and healthy housing
  • o   Supporting medication access, proper medication management as directed by theclinical team, and helping clients to adhere to their asthma action/treatment plan
  • o   Behavior change
  • o   Clinicaland community-based resource availability
  • o   Healthliteracy both at the individual and institutional levels
  • o   Knowledgeof asthma & other respiratory conditions
  • o   Patientand systems level advocacy
  • ·       Participate in collaborative case conference team meetings with R2E partner entities and workwith clinical teams to help develop and deliver individualized plans to meetthe essential needs of adults and children with asthma.
  • ·       Determine assets and needs of highest and medium/rising risk groups impacted by asthma and collect baseline data to inform responses to improve asthma treatment andprevention.
  • ●      Work as part of a team to conduct comprehensive healthy housing assessments and support families to address andmanage asthma triggers in their homes.
  • ●      Collaborate with and connect clients to awide variety of community service providers and resources, including transportation, legal services, code enforcement, smoking cessation, home repair, etc.
  • ●      Assist with COVID-19 response as necessaryduring the pandemic to manage outbreaks and spread of COVID-19, including:
  • o   Becoming trained to understand, disseminate and reinforce relevant COVID-19 facts and information.
  • o   Conducting outreach and engaging clients to understand and address their needs and tosupport resilience, recovery and health.
  • o   Supporting vaccination uptake and testing initiatives.
  • o   Providing quarantine and isolation supports to individuals and families.
  • o   Providing COVID-19 related education in the community.
  • o   Working with WEHDC and Department of Health Staff to develop effective messaging andoutreach strategies.
  • ·       Conduct health assessments and screenings for Asthma participants in the program
  • ·       Provide education and support to individuals regarding healthy lifestyle choices and Asthma prevention
  • ·       Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop care plans for individuals with chronic conditions
  • ·       Actively participate on the 02907 HEZ Community Action team (HEZCAT) and Rhode to Equitycollaborative.
  • ●      Help conduct surveys, focus groups andone-to-one interviews with residents to learn from their experiences and toincorporate their perspectives to best respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and tosupport adults and children living with asthma.
  • ●      Establish relationships with trusted community leaders to identify and document cultural and structural barriers that interfere with effective treatment and case reduction.
  • ●      Document in partner organization Electronic Health Records and use the Unite Us electronic referral platform in to make andmonitor the status of referrals to resources in the community.
  • ●      Maintain accurate and accessible records,files and statistics as required internally and externally
  • ●      Work with partner organization staff toadvocate for systems and policy changes that will result in decreased asthmaprevalence in the 02907 HEZ. (i.e., air pollution, land use and zoning, etc.)
  • ●      Perform additional responsibilitiesconsistent with initiative needs and other duties as assigned.

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Qualification: Education, Skills, and Requirements

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to satisfactorily performessential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

●      CHW certification is required.

●      One or more years’ experience in communityoutreach and engagement.

●      Excellent communication skills, including fluency(speaking, reading, and writing) in English and at least one other language commonly spoken among 02907 residents is required.

●      Ability to build rapport and establish trustwith individuals from diverse backgrounds

●      Excellent organizational skills to managemultiple priorities and tasks.

●      Valid driver’s license and reliable transportationare required.

●      Demonstrated ability to work bothindependently and as an effective team member.

●      Ability to build and sustain trust andrapport with community members based on listening and respect.

●      Demonstrated proficiency with MicrosoftOffice/computer skills to enter data, prepare reports and correspondence.

●      Able to lift packages of up to 30 pounds.

●      Must be flexible to work between a variety of in person and virtual meetings/work.

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To Apply

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter via e-mail to Jessica Thigpen at jthigpen@westelmwood.org

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02907 HEZ Community Health Worker

West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation
Full-time, $20/hr
Required 1+ year Community Development & Engagement in the nonprofit sector 02907 Resident & Bilingual Preferred
Apprenticeship Eligible


Essential Functions

  • Complete administrative tasks on an ongoing basis to ensure proper and organized record keeping, working with staff member’s when/if necessary.
  • You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community-driven to take on this exciting role.
  • Are hired primarily for your cultural competence and understanding of the populations and communities you serve
  • Spend a significant amount of time conducting outreach, community education and help navigating health and social needs
  • Connecting residents to the 02907 HEZ strategies and initiatives in ways that allow for genuine resident voice and governance
  • Build upon the relationship between CHW and 02907 population through intentional outreach and engagement efforts (i.e. door knocking, hosting and/or tabling at community events, etc).
  • Utilize the Unite Us electronic referral platform in both making and documenting referrals and referral status. This platform helps to keep track of case notes and progress towards meeting client’s needs.
  • Primarily focus on being the boots-on-the-ground person tasked with getting information out to the community in disseminating COVID-19 related information, support events and hand out personal protective equipment.
  • Perform additional responsibilities consistent with initiative needs and other duties as assigned.

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Qualification: Education, Skills, and Requirements

  • You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community-driven to take on this exciting role.
  • One or more years’ experience in community outreach and engagement a must.
  • Resident of the 02907 zip code (Providence’s West End, Elmwood, Reservoir Triangle, or South Providence neighborhoods) is preferred.
  • Community Health Workers certification preferred; non-certified incumbents are expected to earn certification within 6 months of hire date training certification offered by WEHDC
  • Fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English and at least one other language preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, preferred.

To Apply

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter via e-mail to Jessica Thigpen at jthigpen@westelmwood.org.

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Bilingual Program Coordinator – SASH

St Elizabeth’s Community
Support and Services at Home Program in Warwick
Part-time
$25/hr, flexible based on experience
Bilingual Spanish Required
Degree or equivalent experience

Qualifications for the Program Coordinator:

  • Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Must possess an associate degree or bachelor’s degree in social work, community health, or equivalent combination of background and experience.
  • Previous experience coordinating services specifically for older adults and/or people with disabilities is preferred.
  • Knowledge of area resources and programs available to older adults and people with disabilities (e.g., transportation, health services, recreational and wellness activities) is strongly preferred.

What will I do as a Program Coordinator?

  • Build trusting relationships to develop a thorough knowledge of each SASH participant’s strengths and challenges as they pertain to living safely at home.
  • Our Coordinator convenes the on-site SASH team on a regular basis to coordinate care and services to meet the needs of SASH participants.
  • Organizes informational meetings and materials for promoting and explaining the SASH model.
  • Develops and maintains a regular Community Healthy Living Plan (CHLP) calendar of wellness activities and events for participants.
  • Helps participants build support networks with other participants, friends, volunteers, and family members.
  • Participates in community outreach and marketing activities regarding SASH.
Read Full Description & Apply Here

Community Health Specialist

Raising Hope, Inc.
Bilingual Spanish Required
Above $20 per hour plus bonuses & benefits

Raising Hope Inc., a community based non-profit organization located in Providence Rhode Island, is looking to hire a bi-lingual CHW (Spanish and English), who would provide leadership and direction for an upstarting Community Health program. Ideal candidate should have experience in program coordination, public speaking, interpersonal and computer skills. Some office duties may be required, depending on workload.

Qualification: CHW certification, or completion of CHW core competencies

Pay: Above $20 per hour, plus attractive bonuses, and benefits.

Contact: 401-316-1057

How to Apply

Application is available at the office between 9:00 am and 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Location: 109 Daboll Street, Providence, RI 02907

 Tel. (401) 461-7878