Sarah Lawrence

Integra
Full-time
CHW Certification Preferred
Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Job Summary

The Community Health Worker is a member of the community health team; an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, In-Home team nurse care managers, schedlers, resource specialists, health navigators and nurse practitioners. 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

Used to assist the Integra In-Home patients in securing community resources identified through the SDOH screening and in-home assessment.

Acting as a liaison between the patient and the community resource.

Would be responsible for the SDOH screening and assessment of the patients needs to remain in the community.

Assist with the management of the newly implemented chronic condition disease management programs for BCBS members.

The Community Health Worker plays a critical role in assessing patient needs, offering community resources and referrals, providing navigation, support, care coordination, and ongoing case management to meet those needs.

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.

Works collaboratively with the primary care team to promote patient-centered care and actively participates in multidisciplinary patient-centered team meetings.

The Community Health Worker 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.

Requirements

High School diploma required with 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).

Must have Certification in Community Health Work or is working toward certification, must obtain certification within 12 months.

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community/Public Health or related health sciences field a plus.

Experience working with primary care providers or in other healthcare settings.

Experience working with patients regarding managing their health, navigating systems, providing care coordination and health coaching is preferred.

The ability to travel to various locations in the state and reliable transportation is required.

Must possess a valid, current state issued driver’s license, have reliable transportation and proof of current auto insurance required.

Ability to speak a second language, Spanish preferred.

Family Service of RI
Full-time/ Part-time, $23.00 – $28.60
Language Skills Compensated!
Lived Experience with Human Trafficking or child welfare involvement required

Description

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary: The Youth Support Partner is responsible for engaging and serving at-risk youth who have been identified as potential victims of CSEC (Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children). The Youth Support Partner will provide culturally competent services as well as use their lived experience to develop authentic relationships. The role of Youth Support Partner is to provide youth with support, trauma-informed advocacy, collaboration with families, community resources, community providers and treatment team members with the goal towards safety, self-sufficiency and empowerment.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Lived experience with human trafficking and/or child welfare involvement.
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience providing peer support
• Must be willing to be certified as a Peer Support Specialist within 2 years of hire.
• Effective communication skills to include written, conflict resolution and mediation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some evenings and weekends.
• Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
• Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!

Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.
Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield. 

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.  
 

FSRI determines pay based on a candidate’s relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.  

The Providence Center Anchor Recovery
Full-time, M-F days
$2000 retention bonus
Certified recovery coach or within one year

TPC-Anchor Community Outreach Site.
Operating Unit	The Providence Center
Location:	Providence, RI
Job ID:	24583
Job Status:	Full Time
Shift:	Days
Schedule:	Mon.-Fri.

This position is eligible for a $2,000 retention bonus.

Job Summary:

The Providence Center Peer Recovery Specialist Anchor Recovery MORE provides Outreach Recovery Support with people in RI communities who are in need of recovery support. Peer Recovery Specialists provide individual and group support in multiple settings, and provide referrals for resources like detox, housing, outpatient treatment, clothing/food and overdose prevention/Narcan training. This staff member also provides educational outreach to providers and community groups.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide community outreach including, distributing harm reductions supplies, Narcan, transport to treatment, canvassing hot spots where overdoses are high.

Provide individual recovery support.

Facilitate recovery support groups.

Provide information and referrals for community based resources.

Serve as advocate for program participants and assist them to develop self-advocacy skills.

Complete all required documentation clearly and on time.

Communicate effectively and respectfully with all program participants and coworkers; and with community partners. Maintain positive relationships.

Complete all trainings as assigned.

Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED required. Associates Degree or higher preferred.

RI State certified Recovery Coach or plan to complete this within first year.

Understanding of community resources and recovery oriented systems of care model.

Knowledge of basic crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, and some case management techniques required. Ability to act as an advocate for the needs of the parent is required.

Candidate must demonstrate an understanding of, and belief in, the SUD recovery process.

Minimum of 2 years established recovery time.

Positive communication skills.

Must be 21 years old or older.

Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Must have valid driver’s license, registration, current inspection and insured automobile.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions;Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

The Providence Center /Teen Recovery Center
Full-time, Tuesday – Friday 12pm – 8pm, AND Saturday 10am-6pm
$2000 Retention Bonus
Recovery Coach Certified or within one year
21+ & 2 years in recovery

Peer Support Specialist Anchor Recovery – Jim Gillen Teen Center $2000 retention bonus

Department:	TPC TEEN RECOVERY CENTER
Operating Unit	The Providence Center
Location:	Providence, RI
Job ID:	23880
Job Status:	Full Time
Shift:	Other
Schedule:	Other

This position is eligible for $2,000 retention bonus.

Job Summary:

The Providence Center Peer Support Specialist Anchor Recovery – Jim Gillen Teen Center works with young people who struggle with addiction by providing individual and group recovery coaching, and facilitating activities and events. This staff member is responsible to help maintain a positive community environment, in which youth and family members are able to develop recovery capital and learn about the recovery process. The Peer Recovery Support Specialist will provide skills training and will assist with resource development.

Schedule: Tuesday – Friday 12pm – 8pm, AND Saturday 10am-6pm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide individual recovery support.

Facilitate recovery support groups with youth and family members.

Facilitate skills development, through educational training sessions.

Provide information and referrals for community based resources.

Help lead activities and events, in-house and in community settings.

Ensures safety for all participants, by following policies and procedures.

Serve as advocate for program participants and assist them to develop self-advocacy skills.

Complete all required documentation clearly and on time.

Communicate effectively and respectfully with all program participants and coworkers; and with school personnel and community partners. Maintain positive relationships.

Complete all trainings as assigned.

Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned or necessary.

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED required. RI State certified Recovery Coach or plan to complete this within first year.

Understanding of community resources and recovery oriented systems of care model.

MUST have a valid driver’s license, registration and proper auto insurance.

Knowledge of basic crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, and solid communication skills required. Ability to advocate for the needs of participants is required.

Minimum of 2 years established recovery time.

Positive communication skills.

Must be 21 years old or older.

Experience working with youth and families.

Care New England Health System (CNE)and its member institutions;Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

Community Care Alliance
Woonsocket
Associates Degree in Human Services or Equivalent
Shifts: 1st,2nd and 3rd
Language Skills Reimbursed

The BH Link is searching for enthusiastic professionals who are looking to make a positive impact in the Rhode Island community! The BH Link is a 24/7 triage facility providing assessment and referral services for adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use crises. The role of the Care Coordination Specialist will be to provide a warm welcome for clients visiting the program, to provide support to the clinical team throughout the client’s visit, and to facilitate connections during referral processes.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in filling out paperwork, as needed,
• Provide information about the BH Link for clients, friends, and family.
• Help to ensure the comfort and safety of clients throughout their visit to BH Link.
• Monitor facility cameras and help to ensure environmental safety on and around the grounds of the program.
• Guide clients through safety checks during their entry into the BH Link facility.
• Assist in facilitating transportation to and from the BH Link facility, as needed.
• Assure that treatment bays are presentable and safe prior to the transition of a client from the waiting room to the treatment bay.
• Maintain documentation and logs, as appropriate.
• Engage in insurance authorization.
• Consistently assess the needs of the program to determine where support is needed.
• Provide additional clinical and administrative support as needed.

Desired Skills:

• Personable and compassionate in approach.
• Able to build rapport with clients within a short period of time.
• Able to apply learned verbal de-escalation techniques with clients in crisis.
• Works well in a team setting and communicates effectively with other professionals.
• Proactive and engaged when working with clients and co-workers.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to work on various platforms, including electronic health records.
• Multilingual professionals are encouraged to apply (and reimbursed accordingly).

Experience and Education:

• Minimum associate’s degree in human services (or equivalent experience).
• Preferred 1-3 years’ experience in human services (or other relevant experience).

Benefits

Community Care Alliance offers competitive salaries based on experience, skills and performance, a comprehensive benefits package, and great quality of work/life.

• Generous vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage as well as voluntary vision and AFLAC supplemental coverage.
• 403b with matching after 6 months of employment.
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA) accounts.
• Agency-paid group life insurance; long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure/certification bonuses.
• Employee referral program as well as bilingual skills premium.
• On-site or nearby parking available at most buildings; mileage reimbursement for client and business related use of your personal vehicle.

To apply for this opening please visit our website http://www.communitycareri.org and select “Careers” and then “Current Openings” 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!

Not quite a CHW job, but could be a good fit for the right CHW!

Community Care Alliance
Woonsocket, Full-time
Bachelors OR Experience with Adult Learners

Position Summary

The GED Teacher for the Project LEARN Program provides high-quality, standards-based instruction to adult learners working toward their General Education Diploma (GED). Project LEARN offers free adult education services in a supportive and inclusive learning environment, helping students achieve their educational, career, and workplace goals.

This role delivers multi-level instruction aligned with Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Adult Education Standards and College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS), using best practices in adult education and learner-centered teaching. The GED Teacher collaborates with program staff to support student assessment, placement, goal setting, academic progress, and documentation. Instruction prepares students for the four official GED subject tests—Math, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies—administered at approved testing sites, while building the skills and confidence needed for postsecondary success and workforce readiness.

Responsibilities

1) Student Intake, Registration & Assessment

• Participate in the student registration and intake process in collaboration with program staff.       
• Administer appropriate CASAS assessments to determine academic functioning levels.       
• Review assessment results and intake data to evaluate student needs and readiness.       
• Consult with the instructional and program team to recommend appropriate class placement.       
• Review intake materials for returning students to ensure continuity of services.

2) Instruction & Program Implementation

•  Provide multi-level GED instruction aligned with RIDE Adult Education.       
• Design and implement contextualized, learner-centered lessons that support academic and workplace readiness.       
• Incorporate a variety of instructional strategies, including whole-group instruction, small groups, paired learning, one-on-one support, dialogue, and role-playing.       
• Foster a supportive, inclusive classroom environment that respects adult learners’ lived experiences and promotes engagement and persistence.

3) Assessment, Goal Setting & Student Progress       

• Administer required pre-tests and post-tests in compliance with program and RIDE guidelines.       
• Develop student learner goals during intake and review progress on a quarterly basis.       
• Complete student progress reports for alternative learning plans.       
• Maintain individual student portfolios containing academic work samples and evidence of learning.       
• Maintain organized student folders with formative assessments, learner goals, testing documentation, and related records.

4) Data, Attendance & Team Collaboration    

• Complete daily attendance records and submit attendance data to the Data Specialist biweekly.       
• Communicate timely updates regarding new intakes, attendance, testing, employment outcomes, and documentation.       
• Share student job placement or employment-related information with the Data Specialist as required.       
• Maintain consistent communication with program staff to support coordinated service delivery and accurate reporting.

Education, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; adult education experience preferred or demonstrated commitment to teaching adult learners.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and best practices in adult education
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to documentation, data accuracy, and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Community Care Alliance offers competitive salaries based on experience, skills, and performance, a comprehensive benefits package, and a great quality of work/life.

• Generous vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, as well as voluntary vision and AFLAC supplemental coverage.
• 403b with matching after 6 months of employment.
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA) accounts.
• Agency-paid group life insurance; long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure/certification bonuses.
• Employee referral program, as well as bilingual skills premium.
• On-site or nearby parking available at most buildings; mileage reimbursement for client and business-related use of your personal vehicle.

To apply for this opening, please visit our website www.communitycareri.org and select “Careers” and then “Current Openings” 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!

Community Care Alliance
Woonsocket
Full-time
Peer Support Certification Required

“We are seeking a compassionately dynamic Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team! Our drop-in center is a safe, understanding, and compassionate place for the community we serve, and we are seeking someone who is a team player as well as a self-starter. Being able to navigate a large volume of people while still providing one-on-one help and communication to our people is a plus. Bilingual/multilingual is not required but preferred.”

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide peer support to our homeless, housing-unstable, substance use, and recovery clients in our Safe Haven drop-in center. Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming space in the drop-in center. Evaluate and assist with clients’ needs and barriers. Ensure program adherence to all relevant licensing, funding, and accreditation standards. Participate in ongoing training and participation in any agency-wide efforts. Preference to bilingual/multi-lingual individuals. Other responsibilities are as follows:

• Greet clients with unconditional positive regard and develop a trusting working alliance.
• Assist clients in accessing a wide array of resources, including but not limited to:
• Food, clothing, personal hygiene products, and survival items.
• Behavioral health resources.
• Recovery resources.
• Emergency shelter resources.
• Benefits and entitlements.
• Applications for SSI/SSDI/TDI, etc.
• Housing resources, including applications for apartments, subsidized housing, universal wait list, etc.
• Education/employment resources.
• Family supports.
• Medical providers; and
• Resolution of legal barriers.
• Care coordination with other providers.
• Connect with external community resources.
• De-escalate clients experiencing emotional distress.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:

High school diploma or GED preferred.  Peer Support Certification required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Services are provided via the Safe Haven drop-in center. Full-time position, Monday-Friday 8:30-5 pm with some flexibility. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Must be flexible and able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Benefits

Community Care Alliance offers competitive salaries based on experience, skills, and performance, a comprehensive benefits package, and a great quality of work/life.

• Generous vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, as well as voluntary vision and AFLAC supplemental coverage.
• 403b with matching after 6 months of employment.
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA) accounts.
• Agency-paid group life insurance; long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure/certification bonuses.
• Employee referral program, as well as bilingual skills premium.
• On-site or nearby parking available at most buildings; mileage reimbursement for client and business-related use of your personal vehicle.

To apply for this opening, please visit our website www.communitycareri.org and select “Careers” and then “Current Openings” 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!

Community Care Alliance
Woonsocket
Part-time, 16 hours, $24.83/ hour
Peer Recovery Specialist Certification Required

Community Care Alliance is seeking a part time certified peer specialist to work as a member of our 24/7 mobile crisis team. The certified peer specialist will work with a team consisting of a clinician, RN, case manager and community mental health worker and assist individuals who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. This team responds to crises in the community and assists individuals with immediate access to an assessment and services. The role of the Peer Specialist is to interact with individuals seen and provide a bridge between providers and adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use issues.

The certified peer specialist should be an individual who has lived experience with substance abuse, a behavioral disorder or a mental health disorder who has made progress in their own recovery and has completed specialized training qualifying them to help others in their recovery. This individual should be comfortable honoring multiple pathways to recovery. The Peer Specialist will work as part of a team when providing crisis level of care. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work and communicate effectively and serve as a role model for peers, providing them with coping skills and connecting them to resources in the community. The ideal candidate will be readily able to engage in active supervision and be practice positive and healthy self-care.

Flexible schedule, days, may include evenings and some weekend coverage. 

Education/Skills: 

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Have successfully completed and passed a co- occurring Peer Specialist Training program endorsed by BHDDH and possess or be eligible for the IC/RC state certification.
• Additionally, the candidate must have a recent work or volunteer history work experience for at least 12 months within the past 3 years.
• An ideal candidate is someone who can honor a trauma-informed, client-centered care perspective and be accepting of diversity of perspectives and backgrounds. 
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

To apply for this opening please visit our website www.communitycareri.org and select “Careers” and then “Current Openings” 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!