Sarah Lawrence

Hiring Multiple CHWs!

RI Support Network
Full-time, $19-22/hour
Must have a car
Bilingual Preferred
CHW Certification or Previous Training Preferred

Do you have a passion for helping others! RI Support Network is hiring! Join a Latina-founded organization with supportive staff and flexible hours. Learn more about the organization and its founder, Franyelys West, in this article.

To Apply:

Send your resume to: Chris Darft: cd@risupportnetwork.org

Family Service of RI
Middletown, RI
Knowledge of state housing system required
$19.00 – $23.62, Bilingual Skills +6%

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

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

Position Summary: Responsible for partnering with families and providing supportive assistance with housing for clients in the Permanent Supportive Housing program. This includes negotiating with landlords, providing housing stabilization services, and teaching skills for housing sustainability, such as budgeting and tenant rights and responsibilities. The role of the Housing Navigator is to empower the family toward self-sufficiency.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in human services (psychology, social work, marriage/family, etc.) or equivalent combination of education & experience required. 
• Experience working in diverse settings with people across all socio-economic spectrums and a wide variety of personalities and roles – staff, residents, local agencies, contractors, lenders, etc.
• Excellent organizational, computer skills, and customer skills required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and auto insurance required.
• We appreciate diversity among staffing – bilingual capacity is preferred and is paid a differential rate.
• Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, 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!

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

Fishing Partnership Support Service
Point Judith
Full-time: $52,000 to $58,000 per year with Benefits
Experience with Fishing Industry Required

Fishing Partnership Support Service, is a non-profit serving the commercial fishing industry in Massachusetts. We are hiring a CHW for a new office we are opening in Point Judith, RI. This CHW will be focused on improving the health, safety and economic security of commercial fishermen and their families with a primary focus on access to health insurance through the state of RI.  Most of the job is on-the-job training, this person does not need to be a certified CHW, but willing to go through training to get a certification as well as go through the CAC training through RI.  The most important quality this CHW will have that is key to hiring is their connection to the commercial fishing industry in Rhode Island.  We understand this is a specific ask, but it is our model to hire within the industry to provide culture competency in the most holistic way.

Job Description

The RI Health Insurance Navigator provides access to health insurance enrollment for fishermen, fishing families, and fishing communities. This position works within the Community Health department at Fishing Partnership, alongside a team of Community Health Workers (known as Navigators). Our team of Navigators provide commercial fishermen and their families with access to health, safety and economic security programs and services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support fishermen, their families, and coastal community members with access to health insurance enrollment through Health Source RI, and other state-based programs.
• Provide fishing families and community members with access to post-enrollment services, including access to providers, support with completing post-enrollment documentation, and more as required.
• Log meetings, phone calls and interactions in Fishing Partnership database on a weekly basis.
• Provide outreach for all Fishing Partnership health insurance enrollment programs.
• Provide referrals to community-based organizations, government supports or other programs and resources (e.g. SHINE, SNAP benefits, or financial resources).
• Provide outreach for other Fishing Partnership programs in RI, including Safety Training courses.
• Join fishing industry meetings and Community Health Worker networking opportunities and training as needed.
• Cultivate relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders through providing information and education regarding Fishing Partnership programs and services, especially access to health insurance.
• Participate in project teams as needed.
• Utilize internal Navigator referral process and collaborate with team members to ensure fishermen and consumers served have access to Fishing Partnership programs that are available in RI.

State of Rhode Island/ RIDOH
Salary $79,328.00 – $89,392.00
Programming & Grant Writing Experience Required
Registered Dietician, Masters in MPA, MPH preferred

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: In the Department of Health, to be responsible for assisting a superior in the planning, organization, coordination, and administration of a health program; to administer the provisions of laws, rules and regulations, as well as adhere to provisions set forth in grant and contractual agreements relating to the operation of a health program; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVSION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative; work is subject to review upon completion through oral and/or written reports for conformance to laws, rules, regulations, departmental policies and objectives.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises and reviews the work of a professional, technical and clerical support staff.

Illustrative Examples of Work Performed

In the Department of Health, to be responsible for assisting a superior in the planning, organization, coordination, and administration of a health program; to administer the provisions of laws, rules and regulations, as well as to adhere to provisions set forth in grant and contractual agreements relating to the operation of a health program.

To be responsible for planning, prioritizing, directing, and reviewing the work of a professional, technical and clerical staff and as necessitated revising work schedules to ensure program efficiency.

To assist in the development and preparation of budgetary needs and to be accountable for the fiscal activities of a health program.

To be responsible for reviewing and evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of a health program and to make recommendations to a superior for necessary program modifications and/or changes in order to improve or maintain the services being provided.

To coordinate each of the program’s activities with other programs in the Department of Health and in other state and federal agencies as applicable, in order to improve the health of the citizens of the state.

To maintain a constant awareness of state and federal guidelines, laws and regulations, as well as proposed legislation pertinent to each particular program; and as required, making recommendations to a superior as to the changes in programs necessary to comply with such revisions in law.

To assist in the formulation of standards, policies and procedures of a health program in order to monitor the goals and objectives of the program.

As required, to represent the Department at meetings and conferences comprising of state, federal and local officials, professionals, and the public involving departmental programs, goals, and objectives.

To prepare extensive written reports relative to the program’s functions and activities.

To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications for Appointment

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of health program administration as it applies to a health program and the ability to apply such knowledge in the planning, organization, coordination and administration of a health program; the ability to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of a health program and to make recommendations to a superior for improvements and/or maintenance; the ability to coordinate and supervise professional, technical, and supportive personnel engaged in a health program; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates, subordinates, public groups, and private and public agencies; the ability to prepare extensive written reports as required; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing with specialization in public health, public administration, business administration, hospital administration, or a related field; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible position involving hospital, public, business, or health administration.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information

•Manage, organize, coordinate, and oversee the deliverables associated with the National Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) in Rhode Island for the Diabetes and Cardiovascular Health Program.

•Oversee the day-to-day operations of the National DPP program in partnership with community-based and health care organizations across the state.

•Responsible for ensuring and increasing access to and availability of the National DPP statewide, prioritizing communities where adults are at high risk of developing prediabetes.

•Responsible for expanding Diabetes Prevention Recognized Programs (DPRPs); Assist new DPRPs in start-up activities to include best practice approaches for participant outreach, recruitment, enrollment, and retention; As needed, provide guidance for addressing participant barriers.

•Responsible for the development and management of multiple contracts, including developing contract documentation, tracking invoices, and budgets.

•Track and monitor the National DPP classes and cohorts across the state; identify and address gaps that may exist across RI.

•Administer quality improvement processes to ensure fidelity of the National DPP and perform related work, as needed.

•Participate in outreach and marketing activities to promote National DPP across RI, in partnership with the Center for Public Health Communications and with the Community Health Network (CHN) Manager.

•Regularly convene the Diabetes Prevention Program Stakeholder Network and expand the membership; liaise with internal and external stakeholders on best practices for program recruitment, enrollment, and retention.

•Provide technical assistance and support to DPRPs to include trouble shooting issues and if training opportunities allow, represent the state as the National DPP State Quality Specialist.

•Coordinate capacity building opportunities for DPRP sites and lifestyle coaches.

•Work closely with the Sustainability Manager to implement sustainability strategies related to the National DPP Program, as well as the intersection with other evidence-based programs and RIDOH initiatives.

•Participate in data collection and evaluation activities in partnership with program evaluators.

•Assist with the RIDOH Population Health Goals, including the National DPP metrics. 

•Present on National DPP metrics, as requested.

•Ensure program effectiveness in making progress towards meeting Rhode Island’s goal of reducing the number of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

•Participate in national and state meetings with internal and external stakeholders, as needed.

Preferred skills: 
  •Program and operations management skills
  •Strong verbal and writing skills, grant writing, reporting, and presenting for large audiences
  •Proficient with Microsoft TEAMS and Excel, including formulas and formatting
  •Strong experience working with community-based organizations and healthcare settings
  •Strong nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle change experience
  •Budgetary skills and familiarity with value-based payment methods
  •Contract procurement and management skills
  •Experience providing technical assistance and support
  •Experience in quality improvement
  •Commitment to the Department’s Health Equity mission. 
  •Registered Dietician, Masters in MPA, MPH preferred.  

Gateway Healthcare
Charlestown, RI
Full-time
2 years sobriety

Summary:

The Peer Recovery Specialist provides peer support and care coordination services to adults who have behavioral health needs (mental and substance use disorders. They are a member of a multi-disciplinary team designed to provide outreach engagement and system support. The function of the Peer Recovery Specialist is to serve as a role model mentor advocate and motivator to clients sharing their personal experiences to help motivate to seek treatment prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.

Responsibilities:

Works with general outpatient and substance use disorder clients as assigned to support adults in their mental health and substance use challenges.

Provides opportunities for individuals receiving services to direct their own recovery process.

Coaches and supports the acquisition and use of skills needed to facilitate individual recovery.

Assists clients in identifying their personal strengths abilities and needs and articulating personal recovery goals and advocating for themselves during treatment.

Promotes the identification and use of natural resources and support systems within the community accompanying them to assist is accessing services.

Facilitates the development of a sense of wellness self-worth and personal control over one�s life and recovery journey.

Acts as a role model to clients in recovery to inspire hope; share life experiences and lessons learned as a person with lived experience.

Models/mentors recovery process and demonstrate coping skills.

Assists in the orientation process for persons who are new to receiving mental health and/or co-occurring treatment.

Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and competence in trauma informed care as relevant to the needs of individuals in recovery.

Supports the individual in seeking to connect/reconnect with family friends and significant others and in learning how to improve or eliminate unhealthy relationships.

Co-facilitates meetings to nurture a peer support culture.

As requested by client fosters spiritual connections with faith-based organizations and/or participation in self-help and mutual support groups.

Adheres to the policies and procedures for recovery-oriented treatment.

Participates in supervision team conferencing department and agency meetings.

Maintains detailed accurate and timely documentation in medical record.

Follows agency policies and standards for client rights and confidentiality.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other information:

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Individual who is in personal recovery from a mental health and/or substance use condition and has used services related to that recover.

High school diploma or GED

Ability to complete certification as a peer recovery specialist.

Maintained at least 2 years of sobriety or absence of drug use.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Be self-identified current or former user of mental health or co-occurring services who can relate to others who have not utilized those services.

Communication with supervisor to identify potential situations/concerns.

Have demonstrated proficiency in reading and writing.

Attended trainings on relevant topics such as behavioral health substance use and chronic health conditions.

JOB KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:

Valid driver’s license and use of car during normal working hours or other means of transportation to complete major functions of job.

Ability to establish trusting relationships with peers.

Ability to work independently and also as an integral part of multidisciplinary team.

Be able to recognize early triggers and signs of relapse. Be able to use computer to record services or be willing to learn.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status.   Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: GHI-Charlestown-4705 Old Post Road USA:RI:Charlestown

Brown University Health
Full-time
CHW Certification & Bilingual Preferred

Summary:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) provides navigational case management and home/community-based services to members of the community.

A Community Health Worker is �a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the CHW to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. A CHW also builds individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach community education informal counseling social support and advocacy.� (APHA CHW Section)

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Under general supervision the CHW is responsible for performing the following essential job functions:

Recruits patients by conducting outreach activities in the community.

Builds trust with patients and community members in order to provide support empowerment education and case management services.

Advises patients and others regarding health care and other community services available to them; assists patients in utilizing services; makes follow-up contacts when required.

Conducts periodic assessments of health behaviors such as patient�s physical activity dietary habits cigarette smoking habits; social factors such as housing and employment status; and social and economic resources.

Educates clients with chronic illness about evidence-based standards of care and self-management of their chronic illness.

Educates patients about the health care system appropriate sites of care and self-navigation all in an effort to help the patient build skills to become self-sufficient and manage their health independently.

Documents work with patients through appropriate record keeping that follows the clinic�s policies and procedures; assists with gathering data relevant to program evaluation as appropriate.

Operates effectively in a multi-disciplinary clinical setting which may include participating regularly in clinic program meetings and attending patient medical visits upon request.

Participates in team meetings and assists as needed in any activities related to the clinic or the Brown University Health Community Health Institute.

Serves as liaison between the professional staff and the community; including developing relationships with various stakeholders in the community.

May transport ambulatory patients between their homes and clinics hospitals or other social agencies and meet with patients at home in the hospital or in community settings.

Attends ongoing training for community health workers.

Practices clear effective consistent communication with clients and colleagues.

Demonstrate privacy and confidentiality meeting all related training and practice requirements of the Brown University Health system.

Works nights and weekends as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Other information:

QUALIFICATIONS – EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years of verifiable experience providing information education intervention and/or referral services to culturally diverse populations. Recent experience (last 5 years) working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a health care setting preferred.

Community Health Worker certification in Rhode Island preferred.

Experience with motivational interviewing advising/counseling clients and/or participating in health promotion and health education activities.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organization thorough record-keeping follow through and ability to juggle multiple priorities in fast-paced environment with multiple collaborators.

Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability.

Prior experience using an electronic health record preferred.

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.