Sarah Lawrence

Alzheimer’s Association, RI Chapter
Full-time
Bilingual, Spanish preferred
CCHW Certfication Required

The Community Engagement Coordinator enables the Rhode Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association to engage with leaders that work within diverse communities, including Health Equity Zones. In this position, the Community Engagement Coordinator raises awareness of programs, provides basic disease information, and links consumers to resources. This individual serves as a liaison between the Alzheimer’s Association- RI Chapter and specific communities including but not limited to the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community and faith-based communities.

The Community Engagement Coordinator is a full-time grant-funded employee of reporting to the R.I. Chapter Program Manager. This position will be funded until September 29, 2024.

With the assistance of the Community Engagement Coordinator, the R.I. Chapter will coordinate a minimum of 20 community educational forums from August 1, 2022 to September 29, 2023. Relevant educational opportunities will be posted to the Community Health Network website.

The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for the following duties:

1. 5 Hours per Week: Outreach to the Health Equity Zones, with a focus on Providence, Central Falls, and Pawtucket, to invite them to engage in efforts to organize and schedule a community forum in each one of the communities.
2. 5 Hours per Week: Offer a minimum of 15 20-minute “Introduction to Alzheimer’s” presentations within a faith-based community; preferably within a Health Equity Zone.
3. 10 Hours per week: Data entry and reporting requirements within the R.I. Chapter Data Management Software: Moves Management System / Personify.
4. 10 Hours per Week: Participate in outreach and action planning of Dementia-related Action Planning community initiatives within at least two other communities
5. 10 Hours per Week: Develop recruitment strategies and training of bilingual/culturally diverse volunteer community educators who are African American and Hispanic. Focus these efforts in Central Falls, Pawtucket, and Providence.
   • The purpose of the trainings is to increase the diversity of R.I. Chapter Program Leaders.
   • The goal is to increase the diversity and number of people that the Alzheimer’s Association provides education, services, and supports on the importance of early diagnosis, early detection, and using the services offered by the Alzheimer’s Association to support families living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications of the Community Engagement Coordinator:

• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Disorders
• Public speaking and presentation experience
• Community engagement experience preferred
• Community Health Worker Certification
• Fluency in another language other than English, Spanish language preferred
• Represents at least one of the specific communities (BIPOC or faith-based)
• Must be 18 to apply; Background checks required
• Reliable transportation
• Availability on nights and weekends – flexible schedule options including Tues-Sunday

Rhode Island Parent Information Network
Location: Warwick
Salary: $19-$21
Start Date: Immediate
Full Time, Permanent
English & Spanish Fluency Required

Job Summary:

Bilingual Peer Care Coordinator (PCC) provides peer-to-peer support to families and children with special health care needs; complete family assessments, with family, determine family goals and implement plan for achieving goals; link families to an array of supports and resources; provide input regarding services and programs in RI and system barriers to accessing services; encourage families to be an active voice in making changes to systems to better meet the needs of families and children with special health care needs.

Essential Functions:

Outreach to referred families within agency guidelines
Conduct a face-to-face Family Assessment and develop an individualized Family Care Plan
Utilize motivational interviewing skills and culturally sensitive methods to identify family strengths, concerns, and natural supports for achieving their goals.
Research and provide current resources and information on a variety of topics to support families.
Collaborate with care coordination team, primary care and other clinical providers, community and state agencies, private health insurers, and Medicaid Managed Care Plans to support the identified needs of families and children.
Provide Care Coordination of services and supports, while educating parents and primary caregivers in the navigation of systems of care for their CSHCN
Promote person-centered care and medical home model
Assist families as they transition to independence /case closure; provide follow up support as needed
Maintain confidentiality standards and accurate documentation of case records
Accept other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to provide peer perspective as an individual or family member of an individual with a disability, chronic condition, and/or special health care need
Advanced knowledge of special health care and education systems in RI and other human service systems supporting families of children with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs
High level of interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, and problem-solving skills
Ability to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner
Knowledge of RIPIN’s programs, mission, and vision
Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks
Ability to effectively work independently and in collaboration with multiple staff
Proficiency in computer and internet navigation as well as computer skills to maintain and update program related information
Ability to present to small and large audiences that include consumers and stakeholders
Must have reliable transportation for home visiting and attendance at various meetings

Education and Experience:

High school diploma/GED required; Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Education, Health or related field strongly preferred
Experience supporting families and individuals with special health care and/or educational needs required.
Demonstrated life experience as a consumer, parent or family member of a consumer with special health care and/or special education needs
Experience working with and outreaching to diverse populations
Fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English and Spanish required

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to talk or hear.
Regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Regularly required to climb stairs, reach, stretch, stand and bend.
Required to have the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Required to remain at their station for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions/ Work Environment:

Primary work location is a climate-controlled indoor office environment; however, may also be required to conduct visits in private homes, climbing up to three flights of stairs, and community locations.
Flexibility for travel related to job requirements.
Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Provide own reliable transportation with proof of valid driver’s license and RI minimum requirements of auto insurance.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RIPIN 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
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https://ripin.org/careers/

About RIPIN:

RIPIN deploys a peer model to support people with special healthcare and education needs across the whole lifespan.  Founded in 1991 by a group of parents of children with special needs, RIPIN continues to be peer-led: a majority of our board and more than three-fourths of our staff are parents or caretakers of loved ones with special needs.  RIPIN’s peer professionals now help more than 45,000 Rhode Islanders every year navigate healthcare, schools, and other support systems.

Rhode Island Parent Information Network
Location: Warwick
Start Date: Immediate
Full Time, Permanent
$19-21/hour
Spanish Written & Verbal Fluency

Job Summary:

The Bilingual Community Health Worker (CHW) is a peer who has experience in navigating Rhode Island’s health system for themselves, a family member or through previous employment. This CHW will work in RIPIN’s Care Management Program, which supports low income older adults or disabled Rhode Islanders who may be at high risk for nursing facility admission, hospital or institutional care, or homelessness. The CHW will be a critical part of a comprehensive team providing peer support, care coordination, resources and referrals. CHWs will engage with consumers in the home and community settings providing person centered, culturally sensitive support, and building on the values, strengths and preferences of the member. The CHW will also serve as an effective role model and mentor.

Essential Functions:

Outreach to consumers in a timely manner in accordance to program guidelines
In collaboration with the care team and consumer, assist with the development of a Care Plan to include: actions to improve the consumers’ health status, medical home barriers to care, as well as any social needs identified by the consumer
Utilizing motivational interviewing skills and culturally sensitive methods to help consumers achieve the goals of their Care Plan
Collaborate with partners to connect consumers with supports and services that will help them live safe, healthy, and independent lives in the community
Provide emotional support, serve as a role model, and guide consumers to practice positive, responsible healthy behaviors while remaining fully engaged with each consumer until goals are completed
Assist consumers as they transition to independence/case closure by engaging with consumers and providing follow up support
Maintain timely, accurate records, documentation, and reports as required
Assist in data collection, surveys, assessment and reporting as required
Actively participate and complete training and professional development activities
Assist in statewide system analysis, planning and coordination with state agencies, state and local boards, community-based organizations, and community rehabilitation programs
Accept other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to relate to consumers and to address barriers to care, health and wellness
Effectively demonstrate sensitivity to the issues facing consumers served
Possess intimate knowledge of health systems, terminology, supports, and services
Demonstrated ability and skill to work collaboratively with co-workers, consumers, families, service providers, and health plans, etc.
Ability to promote and advocate for person and family-centered, culturally sensitive care
Ability to motivate high risk consumers and serve as a peer mentor
Skilled and/or willingness to learn and initiate motivational interviewing techniques with consumers
Knowledgeable of the Rhode Island health care environment and resources
Demonstrated prior success in accessing community-based resources in Rhode Island
Problem-solving skills to facilitate empowering experiences and positive outcomes with consumers
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks
A deep understanding of, commitment to, and ability to carry out the mission, vision, philosophy and values of RIPIN
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office/computer skills to enter data, prepare reports and correspondence
Demonstrated written and verbal fluency in Spanish required

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED and a combination of education and skills to effectively carry out responsibilities and assignments
Community Health Workers certification preferred; non-certified incumbents are expected to earn certification within 18 months of hire date
Personal experience navigating state and community services and programs on behalf of self or a family member
Previous experience supporting families or individuals with special care needs or disabilities or families or individuals accessing health programs and services
Previous experience in working effectively with professionals supporting individuals/ parents/families of children with special needs
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as an effective team member
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations
A combination of education and experience demonstrating acquisition of the skills and abilities required

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb stairs, reach, stretch, stand and bend. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Community Health Workers are required to climb up to three flights of stairs to conduct home and community visits.

Working Conditions/ Work Environment:

Primary work location is a climate-controlled indoor office environment; however, employee will also be required to conduct visits in private homes and various community locations
Must be able to provide own reliable transportation to facilitate visits to client’s home or community setting and travel between multiple provider sites
Flexibility for occasional travel related to job requirements
Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
Provide own reliable transportation with proof of RI minimum requirements of auto insurance
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

RIPIN 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.

This description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations required of his/her position. As the nature of the Agency’s work changes, so too, may the essential functions of this position.

Please note: As of January 10, 2022, all persons employed by RIPIN are required to have completed a full vaccination series against the COVID-19 virus or submit to weekly COVID-19 PCR testing.

How to Apply

https://ripin.org/careers/

Providence Community Health Centers
Providence, RI
Full time 40 hours
MWF 8a-5pm; Tu & Thurs 11-8pm
Bilingual Spanish Required
CHW Certification Preferred
Hiring for Multiple Openings!

Providence Community Health Centers provides affordable, quality, primary health care to meet the community’s medical needs. If working in a community health setting is your passion, apply today for an immediate interview.

Summary: This position supports case management and other related programs.  Working directly with the integrated behavioral health and case management team will provide outreach to patients of the Providence Community Health Centers. Outreach includes, but not limited to, clinic visits, and telephonic outreach. As a member of the local community, the community health workers behavioral health will assist the integrated behavioral health care team by providing care coordination, community resources, Spanish-language interpretation, assist with appointments, as well as closing gaps in regards to social barriers (food, housing resources, utilities etc.). Development of one on one relationship in collaboration with integrated behavioral health clinician and specific care team provides an opportunity to remove social barriers and assist the member to live a healthier life while supporting a culturally diverse community.

Education:

• Associate’s Degree is required, Bachelor’s degree in Social Work is preferred

Qualifications: 

• 2 years experience in the field of Human Services required; 3+ years preferred
• Bilingual – Spanish Knowledge of Medicaid and managed care
• Effective communication skills and ability to engage patients to work with care team
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to deliver culturally competent, patient-centered care
• Ability to work with electronic health records and clinical data is required.
• Community Health Worker accreditation preferred
• Valid drivers license with reliable transportation and proof of minimum auto insurance is required.

PCHC values diversity and is an EOE M/W/V/D
M/W/F 8am-5pm with one hour lunch; Tues/Thurs 11am-8pm with one hour lunch

Bilingual Spanish is a requirement!

Providence Community Health Centers
Full time 40 hours
MWF 8am-5pm; Tu & Thurs 11am-8pm
Associates Degree Minimum
Bilingual Spanish Preferred
Hiring for Multiple Openings!

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of the Community Outreach Advocates, the  Community Outreach Advocate (COA) will work in collaboration with the primary care team to identify and remove barriers to close gaps and to facilitate patients in obtaining quality health care. This position supports all case management programs across all sites, as well as other Accountable Entity related initiatives.    

Screens individuals seeking services and evaluates eligibility for programs offered. Identifies available community resources, providing information, and referral services. Maintains detailed records on outreach, enrollment, and case management. Participates in awareness-building activities such as training programs, forums, and panel discussions. The COA will provide outreach to the full age spectrum of patients and/or their caregivers of the Providence Community Health Centers. The population is inclusive of people living with multiple complex unmanaged/undermanaged chronic conditions, mental health conditions, substance misuse disorders, trauma history, multiple barriers to adherence, low health literacy, and high social determinant of health barriers with the goal of improving health equity for our patients and improve their ability to self-manage their health.

Outreach includes, but not limited to, facility visits, clinic visits, community visits, home visits, telephonic outreach, and HIPAA compliant virtual meetings (i.e. Blue Stream); this requires off site travel throughout RI. As a member of the local community, the COAs will support the patient to address social determinants of health (i.e. food, housing, transportation) barriers by identifying and connecting patients with the appropriate resources in the community, as well as assisting patients with any care coordination. Collaboration with other disciplines and services within PCHC is essential in the support of a patient centered plan of care. Additional collaborations can include, but are not limited to, health specialists, community agencies & resources, external case management supports, and schools.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  include the following: other duties may be assigned

• Independently prioritize workload and outreach
• Work independently to maintain timely, accurate records, documentation
• Balance new referrals and actively engaged patients to stay within outreach timelines
• Assess patient/caregiver social determinant of health need through SDOH screening tools
• Assess depth of SDOH need based off assessment specific to the identified need; evaluate other SDOH needs that may not have been originally detected by the referral source
• Identify patient/caregiver barriers to health equity/access to appropriate care/adherence to provider recommended care
• Educate patient on COA services and assess the patient’s willingness to engage
• Utilize critical thinking to ensure referrals to and/or collaboration with the appropriate clinical team members occurs in a timely fashion
• Develop a culturally appropriate patient-centered plan of care that includes SMART goals
• Complete appropriate timely follow-up and care coordination within timeline expectations and in accordance with the plan of care
• Maintain an active caseload that includes patients/caregivers requiring ongoing support to reach goals
• Maintain detailed records related to patient engagement, collaboration, and coordination activities in the electronic health record
• Assess patient/caregiver knowledge and barriers to facilitate transitions of care from facility to home/community setting; connecting to appropriate resources and/or clinical supports to reduce readmissions and avoid ambulatory condition ER visits
• Complete and document medication history using patient/caregiver responses and PCHC approved tools
• Complete screenings per program requirements (i.e. PHQ, CAGE, GAD, HRA, SDOH, etc.)
• Support chronic condition management with PCHC protocols related to, but not limited to, diabetes, cardiovascular, and/or asthma checklists
• Perform remote patient monitoring enrollment and follow up procedures within the scope of the COA
• Perform pre-visit planning for patients engaged in designated programs
• Perform closure of quality gaps per standing orders and procedures
• Provide home find and home tenancy interventions
• Assist, identify resources, and/or teach patients with complex barriers that are engaged in COA programs to schedule and track appointments
• Assist, identify resources, and/or teach patients with complex barriers that are engaged in COA programs to utilize transportation services
• Assist, identify resources, and/or teach patients with complex barriers that are engaged in COA programs to overcome language barriers
• Educate patients on the proper use of the health care system (i.e. PCP availability, express care, urgent care, ER, 24-hour on-call provider, same day access, BH Links, Kids Link, etc.)
• Support interpretation with patients for other care management staff that do not speak the patient’s language
• Support translation of care plans for patients
• Work independently with patients to help patient develop their self-management skills and successfully meet care plan goals
• Provide information to patients about community resources and help patients access resources
• Utilize motivational interviewing skills and other patient engagement techniques with patients and caregivers
• Act as an advocate for patients/caregivers to support the patient centered plan of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings/case conferences
• Attend assigned site meetings as identified by the COA supervisor
• Take personal responsibility for professional development and maintenance of certifications, which can include specialty trainings offered by the RIDOH and CHWARI
• Attend community meetings as identified by the COA supervisor such as patient resources/supports and professional support; this may occur outside of normal work hours
• Track and document referrals made on the patient/caregiver’s behalf using PCHC approved technologies (such as use of Unite US platform and/or the EHR)
• Outreach and engage patients/caregivers into ad hoc programs such as, but not limited to, the prescription produce/food as medicine program initiatives, legal resource classes, health eating habits classes
• Help patients with literacy barriers, this may include, but not limited to helping with navigation to complete applications if other community resources to do so are not available
• Represent the organization with a positive, professional attitude when communicating with patients and visitors of the health center
• Work well with others and can discuss in a professional manner any issues that come up with other staff
• Attend team meetings and read meeting minutes to establish an understanding for the content; it is the COAs responsibility to establish understanding of what occurred in the meeting if they are unable to attend
• Adhere to a predictable schedule as outlined in the offer letter
• Support community awareness around public health crisis, resources, and access to (i.e. COVID or Flu testing & vaccines)
• Support tracking and reporting of success stories
• Support tracking and reporting of qualitative data related to patient barriers, care, and services provided
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Support precepting new staff
• Participate in departmental team building activities
• Home and community visits required per program procedures
• Accompanying patients to appointments after review and evaluation with supervisor or director for select high risk cases when patient is engaged with and/or known to a case management team member
• Unannounced home/community visits after review and evaluation with supervisor or director for select high risk cases when patient is engaged with and/or known to a case management team member; must be accompanied by a peer or supervisor
• Bill appropriately for services provided while assuring documentation to support billed services
• In addition to the organizational EHR, required to document in other PCHC approved systems such as, not limited to, UniteUs, HMIS, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Education, Experience, Skills: 

Education/Certifications

• Associates degree in Social Work, Human Services, or Community Health/Health Promotion, plus 2 to 3 years’ related experience is required. Bachelors degree preferred.
• Prior experience as a Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) Accreditation is preferred.  Certification required within 18 months of hire.

 Required

• Bilingual; proficient in spoken and written English and Spanish language required- language proficiency test required. Trilingual skills including Spanish preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and proof of minimum auto insurance required
• Effective communication skills and ability to engage patients/caregivers in their plan of care
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated cultural competency of the community served

 Preferred

• Resident in community for two years with knowledge of local community resources
• Lived experience(s) that align with the PCHC population being supported
• Knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare
• Knowledge of value-based care

 Essential Working Conditions and Environment: 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, professional journals and technical procedures. Ability to research and write detailed reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions. Ability to read and interpret documents, regulations and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information by telephone and in one-on-one encounters.

 MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Knowledge and ability to research capture data, prepare detailed and complicated reports in and electronic fashion.

Park Avenue Senior Care, Inc.
Cranston
Certified or Begin Training in Jan
Part-time, 20 hours
$17-$19/hour

Adult Day Center in Cranston seeking Community Health Worker (CHW). Must be certified by the Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB) as a CHW, OR currently in progress OR be able to take paid course starting January 2023.

Part-Time 20 hrs. M-F. 8:30-12:30 (flexible). Great opportunity if you are looking for a no stress, no nights/weekends and the opportunity to work with a wonderful team that you would be proud to call your co-workers in a safe environment.

Responsible for setting up medical appointments, transportation, data entry, and other clerical work as assigned. This individual must have excellent interpersonal skills and a strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. The CHW will work closely with participants and the interdisciplinary care team to provide care coordination, resources and support for overall quality healthcare. Must be a creative problem solver and develop ethical, professional solutions for finding information. Must be highly organized, understand medical terminology and have the ability to multi-task. Proficiency in computer skills a must. This individual should be self-motivated and have the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. EOE Under Covid-19 Safety Precautions: All staff and participants are required to wear a mask and be fully vaccinated except for medical exemptions. All common surfaces are sanitized regularly.

Salary: $17.00 – $19.00 per hour
Benefits: Paid time off
Schedule:
 Monday to Friday
 No nights
 No weekends

Work Location: 1049 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

How to Apply:

Please send resume to:
Kimberly W. Santilli, Administrator
E-Mail: ksantilli@parkaveseniorcare.com
Fax: (401) 946-7276

Family Service of RI/ AIDS Project RI
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience
Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred

Summary:

Responsible for providing home/community-based case management and/or behavioral support services to clients living with HIV/AIDS who access services through the AIDS Project Rhode Island (APRI) program of Family Service of RI. Advocates for clients’ access to appropriate and necessary resources to address social determinants of health needs and overall health/wellness through Department of Human Services programs such as such as SSI, SSDI, Social Security, and SNAP, as well as other departments/agencies to improve the quality of their lives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Community Health Worker certificate preferred, or must complete certification within a year of hire.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required.
• Ability to work at home as needed, with Internet connectivity and ability to conduct confidential meetings online or via phone
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office software and electronic medical record (EMR) software Experience with HIV/AIDS programs and services.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to LGBTQ+ and racial & ethnic minorities and those impacted by substance use/misuse.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

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 team 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:

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org
• Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for “Community Health Worker-APRI”

Or follow the direct link below to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=93764&clientkey=F1A37F91D7AC06410785D83069B577A1

Coastal Medical / Lifespan
Full-time
Providence
Certification Required or Within first year
Hiring for 2 Openings!

The Position: We are currently in search of a Community Health Worker. The Community Health Worker’s main responsibility includes providing navigational and community-based assistance to members of the community and serves as a liaison between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery.

• This is an hourly, full time position with a schedule of 40 weekly hours, Monday through Friday.
• This position is located at our Corporate Office in Providence, RI.
• State-wide travel and operation of personal motor vehicle
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, clear driving record and proof of auto insurance
• Employee parking is provided.

Essential Functions:

• Provides peer outreach and navigational services to members of the community who may not be cared for by traditional medical institutions
• Collaborates with multiple community-based providers to establish connections with resources to maximize patient health outcomes
• Maintains extensive knowledge of community-based organizations, external resource availability, and eligibility guidelines
• Conducts assessments with patients in the community with a focus on triage and support on identified with social determinates of health (SDOH) or substance use disorder (SUD) needs to coordinate and track referrals to community-based organizations (CBO)
• Operates in a supportive role within an interdisciplinary health care team utilizing an integrated care model
• Coordinates transportation eligibility, scheduling, and other logistics for appropriate Medicaid patients

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience providing information, education, intervention and/or referral services to culturally diverse populations
• Additional training in the medical field with a social service background or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work
• Community Health Worker or Peer Recovery Specialist certification in Rhode Island
  • Certification may be obtained within one year of employment
• Any combination of education and experience that is substantially equivalent is also acceptable

Why You Should Apply:

• We operate in a collaborative environment and strongly encourage and promote employee growth and development.
• Coastal offers a wide range of training opportunities including our own Leadership Academies as well as other well-known programs such as Crucial Conversations and Clifton Strengths.

How to Apply:

https://coastalmedical.applicantpro.com/jobs/2634359.html

Women’s Resource Center
Newport, RI
Salary: $38,000 – 40,000/year
Start Date: 10/1/2022
Full Time, Permanent
Bilingual (Spanish/English/Portuguese) preferred

Benefits:  Health and dental insurance, supplemental insurance, paid holiday, vacation, sick and personal time, retirement plan with employer matching, employee assistance program, employee wellness program, flexible schedule, hybrid work model.

POSITION SUMMARY

The LGBTQ Advocate will report to the Director of Client Services during the onboarding and training process. The LGBTQ will assist and serve those who identify as LGBTQ and have a history of domestic and dating violence, sexual assault and/or stalking. Additionally, the LGBTQ Advocate will build the capacity of existing domestic violence court advocates located at all four courthouses throughout Rhode Island to better serve LGBTQ survivors. There is a focus on partnering with organizations in RI that are led by and for the LGBTQ community and facilitate referrals to DV member agencies and other service providers. This position will place a special focus on addressing populations with multiple levels of marginalization, such as people of color, immigrants, low-income, housing insecure, and other traditionally underserved people

ROLE SPECIFIC DUTIES

        Training and Educating:
• Train our DV Court Advocacy Program staff at the courthouses and other domestic violence service providers throughout the state about the diversity of families experiencing DV and involved with our court system
• Educate about the barriers experienced by LGBTQ survivors as they seek safety, services and supportive care, and best practices for effectively supporting LGBTQ survivors.

Community Engagement
• Collaboration with statewide organizations led by and for the LGBTQ communities and other social service organizations who may serve populations with multiple levels of marginalization.
• Develop service referral process for and do ongoing follow-up

Direct Service:
• Provide trauma-informed direct services to victims of domestic abuse including support, advocacy, crisis intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault involved in court proceedings.
• Inform victims of the availability of protective orders and assist victims in obtaining orders when appropriate.
• Respond effectively to challenging situations with clients

General Responsibilities:
• Adhere to agency policies and work rules, including strict adherence to WRC confidentiality policies and code of ethics
• Maintain client files, agency files, statistics, forms, and other record keeping as required
• Attend and actively participate in agency meetings as required, including department meetings, and regularly scheduled supervision meetings
• Maintain professional boundaries
• Attend training and continuing education activities as assigned
• Maintain current knowledge of changes in policies and procedures, new community resources, and other information
• Evaluate program outcomes
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills:
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Knowledge of domestic violence issues
• Knowledge of LGBTQ related issues
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Ability to interact sensitively with traumatized populations and to handle crisis appropriately

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

•       Experience in the human services field
•       Must have a reliable vehicle with active registration and insurance
•       Required BCI Background Check
•       Bilingual (Spanish/English/Portuguese) preferred


The Women’s Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee or applicant in employment of conditions or opportunities for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status such as disability, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

How to Apply

Please send cover letter and resume to careers@wrcnbc.org

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

Founded in 1977, the Women’s Resource Center (WRC) has a long history of providing a full range of compassionate, comprehensive direct services to survivors of domestic violence.  Over the past fifteen years, the WRC has also been at the forefront of innovative prevention practice nationally.  The WRC’s purpose is to work with the community to end violence, combining survivor-centered service delivery with evidence-informed prevention strategies.  We engage a myriad of governmental and state agencies, organizational partners, and diverse local residents of all ages, races, ethnicities, languages, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds to ensure that survivors have the supports they need, while simultaneously working to create healthy, safe communities. 

The WRC is committed to being at the top of our field with all of our services and practice. We prioritize organizational and staff development, to ensure that all of our practices reflect best practices in the field. In addition, we are participating in Move to End Violence, a national project focused on centering the domestic violence movement on the experiences of marginalized communities. Members of our staff have attended local, regional, and national trainings as well as webinars to continue to grow their professional skills.

The Women’s Resource Center has many strengths to build on including a strong revenue base from state and federal funds and foundation grants, a diverse, highly committed, engaged, and experienced staff providing unique, highly mission driven programs; competent management; and statewide recognition for excellence in programming in the areas of primary prevention and counseling as well as state leadership in connecting victims to DHS support.

Mission
Leading domestic violence prevention through the empowerment of individuals and the community by providing advocacy, education and support services.

Values
Social justice
We believe that our community has the ability to achieve domestic peace.

Individual empowerment
We believe in the potential for individual change.

Community commitment
We believe in the power of working collaboratively with our community to compassionately
 and confidentially provide best practices in a safe and accessible environment.

Agency commitment
We believe in providing a diverse, respectful, and safe environment to work, learn and grow.

Department:	TPC-TEAM 1B Site.
Operating Unit	The Providence Center
Location:	Providence, RI
Job ID:	13865
Job Status:	Full Time
Shift:	Days
Schedule:	Mon.-Fri. 8:00am – 4:30pm

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides peer support services, serves as a consumer advocate, provides consumers with written and experiential information and resources to promote recovery.  The CPS will perform a wide range of tasks which will assist consumers in regaining control over their own lives and over their recovery process. They will coordinate with multi-disciplinary Integrated Health Home treatment teams to identify, support, assess and address consumer’s barriers to achieving goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

As a member of the Peer Specialist team, the Peer Specialist will mentor and provide Recovery based coaching for SPMI clients to assist the client in pursuing his/her individual health and wellness journey.

• Provides individualized health coaching to clients in obtaining their health objectives.
• Support in managing their mental and physical health.
• Supports clients in learning how to make good choices for themselves.
• Creates and adapts wellness objectives to overcome barriers to good mental and physical health based on needs of, and with input from, clients.
• Co-facilitates groups/classes to support improved health outcomes for SPMI clients
• Works closely with Integrated Health Home (IHH) teams to engage clients in appropriate services and resources and assist with coordination of care.
• Promotes consumer engagement in therapy with clinicians, engagement with psychiatric appointments, compliance with the healthcare registry, involvement and engagement with wellness services and engagement with primary care.
• Completes all tracking and reporting requirements for outcomes and evaluation
• Maintains appropriate professional standards and provides appropriate follow-up for consumers.
• Provides self-help recovery services (WRAP, Pathways to Recovery) and other peer wellness services
• Coordinates with IHH teams at the Center to expand the reach of wellness/health focused peer specialist services.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Life experience which can be shared with other consumers.
• Someone who views consumer needs with a high priority and who would be a strong advocate for them with other treatment providers. 
• Knowledge and experience in accessing community resources (such as; housing, medical, financial…). Someone who espouses a strong desire to help others.
• Experience in Behavioral and/or medical health preferred. Computer experience preferred.
• Knowledge of recovery-based concepts.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Use of personal vehicles not required in this position however would be beneficial. If utilized must have valid driver’s license and insured auto.
• Peer Specialist Certification (TPC will help obtain)

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Good communication skills. Good organizational skills. Personal resilience.
• Exhibits enthusiasm, respect, adaptability, flexibility, and spirit of cooperation in the work environment
• Demonstrates ways to become empowered and self-responsible.
• Demonstrates ability to work with consumers with diverse backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel objects, or controls; talk or hear; and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

How To Apply

Go to https://www.carenewengland.org/careers/results and search for Job ID: 13865