Sarah Lawrence

Rhode Island Community Food Bank
Providence
Full-time, $45k
Bilingual Spanish Required
Bachelors or 3 Years Experience

Position Summary: The Community Outreach Coordinator works to increase access to SNAP and other federal and state social service programs through outreach and direct application assistance to underserved populations in Rhode Island.  The Community Outreach Coordinator finds innovative ways to increase the outreach capacity of our member agencies, providing technical assistance, including educational opportunities about state and federal assistance programs.  The person in this position provides program training and assistance to staff and volunteers of our member agencies and works as a team member to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and carry out the mission of the Food Bank.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.    Responsible for understanding local, state, and federal assistance programs for low-income individuals and families, including eligibility requirements and how to access programs. 

2.    Direct outreach, including:

a.    Conduct outreach work at Food Bank agencies and educate low-income individuals about SNAP benefits, administer pre-screenings, assist with application completion and follow-up.

b.    Educate staff and volunteers of Food Bank member agencies about ways to provide SNAP outreach and assistance at their food assistance program sites.   

c.    Develops and conducts outreach modules that address existing program barriers and provides direct assistance to guests, member agencies, and community partners.

d.    Delivers presentations on state and federal programs, as assigned.  Develops written materials, videos, displays, etc. following company and department branding.

3.    Provides information and quality referrals based upon a comprehensive understanding of food resources and other state food assistance programs. 

4.    Connects member agencies and their program guests with existing services through monthly resources. weekly eblast submissions, and other communication tools.

5.    Advocates to reduce barriers that hinder SNAP enrollment and attends state SNAP Advisory meetings.  Supports Food Bank legislative advocacy initiatives, as assigned.

6.    Participates in community meetings, collaborations, and forums to educate groups about state and federal programs, as assigned.

7.    Collaborates outreach efforts with Healthy Habits, Kids Cafe, and Agency Programs.

8.    Meets annual and monthly program metrics and collects data and produces reports for program development for the Food Bank, as assigned.

9.    Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

    A bachelor’s degree or three years related work experience or the equivalent.

    Three or more years of experience working in or with social service organizations.

    Bi-lingual verbal and written Spanish required.

    Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

    Experience in community outreach and advocacy.

    Ability to work with people from diverse social and ethnic backgrounds.

    Ability to communicate effectively when speaking and in writing using standard forms of professional and office communication.

    Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to assess issues and develop new strategies.

    High level facilitation skills and experience in customer service.

    High proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office environment (Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard office equipment.

    Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, deal with interruptions, and maintain focus on tasks while producing accurate work.

    Ability to make presentations and develop and deliver reports to a varied audience.

    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply

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See full job description at www.rifoodbank.org.  Send cover letter and resume to resumes@rifoodbank.org. No phone calls please. The RICFB is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Wood River Health
Hopkinton, RI
Full-time, $19 – $23 an hour with benefits!
Experience with Affordable Housing Required

Wood River Health is is now seeking a Community Health Worker! If you are looking for a great work environment with work/life balance and fantastic benefits, this is the place!

Not only do we offer a great work environment, our benefits are fantastic! Packages include a generous paid time off program, health insurance, flexible spending account, life insurance, retirement 403(b), work/life balance, tuition assistance, and much more!

Position Summary:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a member of an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, Behavioral Health Clinicians, Nurse Care Managers and Medical providers. The CHW works closely with the core team members to support patients who are dealing with complex medical, behavioral health and/or substance issues as well as social determinants of health and require a more intensive home and community-based intervention. CHW visits patients in their homes and in the communities in which they live, providing culturally sensitive approaches to health information to improve health literacy. The Community Health Worker facilitates the patient’s decision-making and self-management to help patients engage in their overall health and achieve their health goals. This individual will be responsible for tracking patient-related activities, monitoring and documenting progress. This position works collaboratively with the primary care team to promote patient-centered care and actively participates in multidisciplinary patient-centered team huddles. The CHW has frequent contact with many community agencies on behalf of the patients served, networking and collaborating on resource identification to improve the overall health of the population. 

Essential Duties include:

• Helping individuals, families, groups, and communities develop their capacity and access to resources, including health insurance, food, housing, quality care and health information
• Support individuals with housing needs, providing assistance with applications, case management of those in housing stabilization programs, and coordinate transitions into sustainable housing
• Facilitating communication and client empowerment in interactions with health care/social service systems
• Initiates outreach and successfully engages with patients, scheduling appointments and providing follow-up contact within designated timeframes
• Completes initial intake, including a comprehensive assessment of social needs, functional assessment of the patient in the home setting, and condition of the home if needed within designated timeframes
• Builds trusting relationship and serves as an advocate and mentor with the goal of empowering the patient to become more independent and self-sufficient
• Collaborates with nurse care managers, physicians, other care team members (Medical Assistants, Nurses, dental, behavioral health, etc.), hospitals, partner agencies, to improve patient care
• Work collaboratively in line with Health Equity Zone goals to positively impact populations in Washington County who are identified as at-risk
• Following WRH policies, obtain releases, gathers PHI from outside providers involved in patient care as needed and processes documents according to program requirements
• Within scope of CHW training, accompanies patients to doctor’s appointments, assists with food planning/shopping, completing forms for benefit applications, and assists with other tasks as needed that support their medical, behavioral health and social needs
• Educates patients on appropriate Urgent Visit and ED use
• Utilizes a multi-disciplinary team approach to address opportunities to plan and coordinate care
• Utilizes Motivational Interviewing skills and other patient engagement techniques with patients and caregivers
• Assists in the development of a patient care plan to include actions designed to improve the patient’s health status and remove the barriers that are preventing them from gaining access to high quality and timely primary/specialist care
• Leverages EMR/chronic disease registry reporting to prioritize patient follow-up
• Identifies and utilize culturally sensitive approaches and community resources
• Documents activities and communications in the patient chart
• Provides training to other team or practice staff as needed
• Acts as liaison to health plans, hospital, long-term care, BH specialists and home health representatives
• Works with HEZ partner organizations to improve transition of care and prevent avoidable ED visits for behavioral health
• Attends required training and collaborative sessions as scheduled
• Delivering health information using culturally appropriate terms and concepts
• Linking people to health care/social service resources
• Providing informal counseling, support, and follow-up
• Advocating for local health needs through meetings with patients over the phone or in person through community and home visits
• Providing health services, such as monitoring blood pressure and providing first aid within the scope of training
• Outreach patients in a timely manner, conduct home or community visits, and administer assessments to identify patient needs
• Maintain timely, accurate records, documentation, and reports as required
• Off-site travel will be required
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
• Operate within the scope of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act to safeguard the privacy of protected patient health information
• Enliven and support the mission, vision, and values of Wood River Health
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and Wood River Health Compliance Program Standards
• Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs

The ideal candidate will have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Social Work, Community/Public Health or related health sciences field a plus
• A combination of training and skills to effectively carry out responsibilities and assignments (such as previous experience working with patients in a community-based setting).
• Training and/or experience related to Affordable Housing, including understanding of eligibility
• The ability to travel to various locations is required. Must possess a valid, current State issued driver’s license, have reliable transportation and proof of current auto insurance at State minimum levels required.

Organization: Young Voices
Location: Providence
Full Time, $44,000 – $50,000
Experience with BIPOC Youth Required

Job Description

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About Young Voices

Young Voices is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works with predominantly BIPOC high school-aged youth from Providence, Pawtucket, Central Falls, and Cranston to fight for educational equity. Our year-round Leadership Transformation Academy (LTA) makes space for youth voice in legislation and policymaking to positively affect our schools, our state, and our world. Our programs ensure that youth hone essential skills such as networking and public speaking, preparing them for a postsecondary education as well as their future careers.

Position Summary

Young Voices is searching for an energetic and creative Program Coordinator to co-design and facilitate our afterschool program offerings in downtown Providence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a broad knowledge of current social justice issues and work collaboratively as a member of a five-person team to develop our year-round youth leadership curriculum. The Program Coordinator will provide support for building and maintaining community partnerships and regularly track progress to ensure all deliverables are being met in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the program team and youth to design, develop, and implement programming that builds authentic youth leadership opportunities within Young Voices.

Co-facilitate biweekly Leadership Transformation Academy (LTA) at our main site in downtown Providence.

Support youth to build skills in capacity building, power analysis, and direct advocacy for all Young Voices campaigns.

Input data including daily attendance, student information, and youth goal sheets.

Participate in weekly planning and evaluation meetings with the program team.

Co-design and facilitate the Summer Workforce Program with the program team.

Lead and support recruitment and retention efforts for all Young Voices programs.

Maintain and expand collaborative relationships with community partner organizations

Support all coalition-based policy projects with partner organizations.

Provide support for all Young Voices fundraising and special event efforts.

Maintain a positive work environment among staff and youth, practicing near-peer role modeling, reliability, and professionalism.

Foster an environment of inclusivity, diversity, acceptance, and affirmation among youth, families, and staff.

Commitment and Expectations

This is a primarily in-person position with some flexible WFH opportunities, conditional upon approval from the Program Manager.

Business hours are from Monday through Friday, 10AM – 6 PM. Afterschool programming occurs between 3:30PM – 5:30PM. All Program Coordinators are expected to be present in-person at least one hour before the start of program time.

Complete all required training and background checks as requested by partners.

Maintain active First Aid and CPR certifications.

Some required work on late nights, weekends, and overnights with ample notice.

Periodically transport youth to and from program space using company-owned vehicle.

Qualifications

Experience working with BIPOC youth between the ages of 13 and 19.

Experience with the design and delivery of leadership and/or advocacy workshops.

Experience with youth organizing and knowledge of the postsecondary landscape.

Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Yoruba, Haitian Creole) a plus.

Excellent time management and organization skills.

Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Compensation and Benefits 

Salary: $41,600 – $50,000

Annual cost of living adjustment

Vacation Days: 15 vacation days after the probationary period

PTO/Sick Days: 15 days

Federal Holidays: 11 days

Employee Health and Dental Insurance: 100% covered by Young Voices

403-B Plan: Young Voices matches up to 7.5% of annual salary

Professional Development Opportunities

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunity employer. People of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@youngvoicesri.org.

Community Care Alliance
Woonsocket, Part-time
Lived experience & Bilingual Preferred but not required

The Agape program is a drop-in center serving individuals living with HIV. The program provides case management, supports, and advocacy to people in this population. We are looking for a fun and engaging certified peer recovery specialist who demonstrates compassion through a person-centered approach.

This person will work one-on-one as a peer, as well as create and facilitate activities for clients to participate, and support staff wherever possible. This person is also expected to demonstrate abilities of a self-starter and be able to work independently as well as in a team setting. Lived experience and bilingual preferred but not required for this position.

To apply for this opening please visit our website to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.

About Us

Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

Military friendly employer!

Green & Healthy Homes Initiative
Providence
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Bilingual Spanish Required
Professional experience conducting home inspections & audits
Full-time, $75K

Salary Range:$70,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

About the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative

The Green & Healthy Homes Initiative (GHHI) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that works across the United States to address the unhealthy housing conditions in America’s lowest income communities. GHHI aims to address the social determinants of health and create pathways for better health, economic and social outcomes for children, seniors, and families – including health and racial equity – by creating healthy, lead safe and energy efficient homes.

GHHI supports housing, environmental health, and energy efficiency services for families in communities around the country, as well as conducting direct services in Rhode Island. GHHI’s delivery model is based on its data-driven philosophy that public and private investments in social care and the social determinants of health are optimized and program outcomes are maximized when the energy, health, and safety needs of an occupied home are addressed comprehensively, efficiently, and simultaneously. 

GHHI’s employees are all expected to work by adhering to the organization’s core operating values: assume good intent, operate with transparency, deliver on time with excellence, and ensure racial equity and diversity is considered in all policies, practices, and actions.

Mission Statement:

The Green & Healthy Homes Initiative is dedicated to addressing the social determinants of health and the advancement of racial and health equity through the creation of healthy, safe and energy efficient homes. By delivering a standard of excellence in its work, GHHI aims to eradicate the negative health impacts of unhealthy housing and unjust policies for children, seniors, and families to ensure better health, economic and social outcomes for low-income communities of color.

Our Model:

GHHI effectively integrates funding from private and public sources to deliver results for low-income residents. 

GHHI Delivers:

• Government innovation in service delivery and cost savings
• Measurable improvements in health, economic and social outcomes for children and families
• Development of community-based green jobs and social enterprise
• Healthy, safe, stable, and affordable homes
• Increased family economic security including wealth retention and reduced family displacement

Position Summary: The Green & Healthy Homes Initiative seeks an Environmental Assessor professional to perform environmental assessments and housing inspections of residential homes in Providence, RI. This key position aims to help the organization reduce home-based environmental health hazards in clients’ homes. The goal of GHHI is to utilize a single stream housing assessment and intervention model to create safe homes for children, families and older adults that are free of asthma triggers, lead hazards, and safety hazards, and that are weatherized and energy efficient. Join a team that is making a difference in the lives of families and seniors.

The Environmental Assessor will conduct environmental assessments using GHHI’s Expanded Comprehensive Health and Safety Housing Assessment in housing units occupied by children with poorly controlled asthma and in units that have been deferred from local weatherization programs due to the presence of health and safety hazards in the home. Based on the results of the assessment, the Assessor will develop and manage the delivery of scopes of work by contractors to remove asthma triggers and other health hazards from the unit and to the extent feasible, work with collaborating partners to ensure that units are energy efficient. The GHHI Environmental Assessor will work closely with complimentary programs and services such as the City of Providence’s Lead Safe program and the Community Action Partnership of Providence’s weatherization and energy efficiency programs, and other housing programs to ensure maximum impact on health and housing quality for participating families. The Assessor will provide all contractor oversight and will conduct quality control inspections.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct environmental assessments and housing inspections utilizing GHHI’s Comprehensive Health and Safety Housing Assessment.
• Develop of Scopes of Work and cost estimates for healthy homes interventions (lead hazard reduction, mold/moisture remediation, integrated pest management, asthma trigger reduction, indoor air quality, household injury prevention, removal of know and tube wiring, etc.)
• Work with the Program Manager to recruit and retain a network of contractors to perform health and safety interventions
• Assign work to and coordinate independent contractors, monitor project progress and budgets, track contractor performance and ensure work is being completed according to HUD and EPA regulations.
• Conduct ongoing site inspections and clearance inspections upon completion to determine whether the unit is safe and contains no remaining health hazards, in compliance with EPA and HUD standards.
• Work closely with partnering agencies to align healthy housing work with energy efficiency, weatherization, and housing rehabilitation interventions.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Providence based GHHI team members and partners including the Vice President of State and Local Strategic Services, the Healthy Providence Healthy Homes Project Director, Client Intake Specialist, and partnering community health workers and health care providers.
• Coordinate and collaborate with GHHI staff conducting similar work in sites around the country to support the development and sharing of best practices and continual learning.
• Work alongside community health workers to provide information to families on risk awareness, prevention techniques, and prevention resources relating to asthma triggers and health and safety hazards identified in the home during the housing assessment.
• Install basic safety measures to reduce household safety hazards in participating properties where applicable.
• Perform initial integrated pest management in participating properties where applicable.
• Report data in compliance with standards and regulations and maintain responsibility for project reports.
• Maintain electronic property files and report data in compliance with Program standards and requirements and maintain responsibility for project reporting in GHHI’s Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) client database.
• Monitor achievement toward program goals and make recommendations towards overcoming barriers for service delivery.
• Support building relationships with community partners to increase program referrals, build program partnerships and recommend additional resources that program clients can utilize.
• Participate in weekly and other team meetings as appropriate.
• Complete expenditure reports and support the development of progress reports.
• Other duties as assigned related to the organization’s mission and programs. 

Requirements

• Knowledge and professional experience conducting home inspections, cost estimating, preparing scopes of work or remediating home-based environmental health issues – particularly mold, lead hazard reduction, weatherization, and/or safety hazards.
• Minimum of one year of experience in performing home energy audits or in a related field such as a housing inspector required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Experience coordinating contractors and subcontractors in conducting housing interventions
• Professional, positive work ethic and desire to make a difference for families living in Providence, RI.
• This position will be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle.  The incumbent must maintain ready access to a motor vehicle, possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, and maintain required auto insurance.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree.
• BPI (Building Performance Institute) Energy Auditor or Building Analyst certification.
• Rhode Island Pesticide Commercial Applicator Control Applicator License, previous integrated pest management experience, degree in IPM (Integrated Pest Management) related field preferred, or willingness to obtain certification and licensure if needed. 
• EPA RRP (Renovation, Repair and Painting) and Lead Risk Assessor certified.
• Bilingual – English and Spanish speaking.

Additional Information

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

The salary for this position is set at $75,000 per year and is non-negotiable.  This compensation reflects our commitment to equity, transparency, and consistency across our team.

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Providence Rhode Island. Position includes full benefits package and competitive salary commensurate with experience. The costs of required certification courses will be provided where applicable. Green & Healthy Homes Initiatives reserves the right, at its own discretion, to accept professional experience in a related field in lieu of any of the specific requirements above. 

Green & Healthy Homes Initiative is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. GHHI embraces diversity, excellence, and mission forward professionalism.Copyright © 2025, ADP, Inc. All rights reserved.Privacy

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CTC-RI
Lactation Counseling / Doula Experience Required
Feb-September with potential renewal

The Care Transformation Collaborative of RI (CTC-RI) is excited to announce the upcoming contract for a Lactation Community Program and Policy Specialist, starting February 15 through September 29, with the potential for renewal based on available funding.

This role is a key part of implementing the RI Department of Health’s 2025-2030 Breastfeeding Strategic Plan, developed through the collaborative efforts of HEAL, the WIC, and MCH programs. The plan outlines five priorities: 1) Lactation Workforce, 2) Education and Awareness, 3) Equitable Access to Services, 4) Breastfeeding-Friendly Policies, and 5) Data, Regulations, and Collaboration. CTC-RI will work with healthcare and community partners to address health disparities and improve breastfeeding care across the state, aligning with the CDC’s 2023-2028 State Physical Activity and Nutrition Program cooperative agreement. This exciting initiative marks a significant step in creating lasting change and ensuring better care for breastfeeding families in RI.