Apprenticeship Eligible

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

Essential Functions

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

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Qualification: Education, Skills, and Requirements

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

To Apply

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

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Coastal Medical / Lifespan
Full-time
2 Years Experience
Certified or within one year
Apprenticeship Eligible

Summary:

Provides 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.

Responsibilities:

�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

�Participates in interdisciplinary care conferences to assist in developing individualized plans of care

�Builds trust with patients and community members to provide support empowerment and education services

�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; assists with gathering data relevant to program evaluation as appropriate

�Participates in team meetings and RIDOH Project Meetings

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

�Attends ongoing training for community health workers

�Complies with federal and local confidentiality laws including HIPAA ensuring patient privacy

�Adheres to Coastal Medical guidelines and policies for protecting patients’ demographic clinical and financial information

�Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Other information:

Education and Experience:

�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

Knowledge Skills and Ability:

�Proficiency in the use of an EMR and knowledge of medical terminology

�Ability to handle high volume and diverse assignments

�Capacityto multi-task think critically and problem solve

�Clear assessment creativity judgment and decision-making skills

�Ability to take initiative organize prioritize andfollow through withwork assignments assuring fulfillment of plans and goals

�Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with and through others to achieve results

�Excellent written and verbal communication skills

�Must handle the most sensitive and confidential matters with the utmost discretion

�Proficient with technology and use of Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and Web-based applications

Lifespan 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.   Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Salary: $23-27/hour

House of Hope CDC
Full-time
$23-$27/hour
Experience valued in lieu of degree
Apprenticeship Program Eligible

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Housing Stabilization Case Worker provides case management and housing support services to homeless men and women dealing with significant barriers to obtaining and maintaining stable housing.  The Housing Stabilization Case Worker provides case management, including but not limited to, resolution of issues that have led to homelessness, work toward decreasing barriers, life skills coaching and skill building, employment search and/or applying for benefits, and coordination of care with other service providers necessary for maintaining stable housing. As a Housing Frist agency, all services are person-centered and person-directed using a harm reduction, trauma informed framework to address client needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services, OR equivalent of related education and/or lived experience.
• Patience, creativity, flexibility, compassion and sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other vulnerable populations in diverse environments.
• Demonstrated suitability to work with disadvantaged and challenging individuals and families in a diverse environment.
• Knowledge of community resources such as, but not limited to, physical and mental health services, accessing benefits and employment, addiction and housing supports.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills including assessing risk factors and recognizing emergency and crisis situations.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of interviewing, assessment, counseling and the ability to plan, develop and implement case and treatment plans.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and maintain client/worker boundaries.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• An ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, community providers, superiors, co-workers and associates.
• Ability to structure and manage time, develop work priorities independently, and meet program expectations in regards to documentation standards.
• Present a neat and professional appearance, display identification as required by the position and abide by all House of Hope policies and procedures.
• Possess basic computer skills; including Word, Excel, Internet and e-mail.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage in relationship building/rapport building with clients.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of Clients for the purpose of determining housing needs, housing search capabilities, as well as potential barriers to maintaining housing, with the goal of developing and individualized person-centered case plan of short and long term goals utilizing harm reduction, trauma-informed and strength based approaches.
• Perform comprehensive client assessments to collect functional, environmental, psycho-social, financial, employment, housing, educational, and health information as appropriate.
• Provides emotional support, assistance with problem solving, facilitate referrals to community resources, general advocacy and crisis intervention activities for clients.
• Ensure access to resources and services and provide support to assist clients in remaining stably housed and foster independence.
• Complete appropriate documentation of services provided for the client in file and through HMIS.
• Accompany clients to appointments for support as needed.
• Maintain contact through regular home and community visits with clients to provide needed supports, skill building and life skills coaching to ensure housing stability and increased independence.
• Engage in landlord communications and advocacy in regard to the client for support to maintain housing if needed.
• Complete housing applications for other permanent, affordable housing options outside of the program.
• Obtain all necessary releases and consent forms from clients.
• Establish and maintain confidential case files for residents and complete progress notes for each client by adhering to documentation standards and any other clinical correspondence as required.
• Knowledge of community resources, including but not limited to, such as medical, psychological, educational, social services, legal, housing and how to apply and use them effectively.
• Establish working relationships with representatives in other agencies to support individuals in attaining services such as addiction, mental health, medical care, financial resources, medical benefits, etc.  In addition, effectively communicate and articulate the needs of our residents needs to others, both orally and through written correspondence.
• Ability to recognize emergency and crisis situations, and take action and seek intervention when needed.
• Provide and coordinate referrals, emergency services, and crisis intervention to residents as needed.
• Be considerate of each resident’s privacy and confidentiality and respect the racial, religious, cultural and linguistic background of each resident and help to promote the continuance of his or her cultural identity as much as possible.
• Be a liaison to families, representatives of social services, and other agencies for clients.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings and actively seek guidance as needed.
• Attend all housing first training modules and core competency training modules.
• Attend, prepare and actively participate in all HOH departmental required trainings and or staff meetings within the building or other training facility. This may include an assignment, preparing an agenda or engage in problem solving and procedures.
• Follow all policies and procedures of House of Hope.

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements of the job for House of Hope and may vary at times according to department objectives and needs for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Salary to commensurate with experience and/or lived experince

House of Hope CDC promotes equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the selection process.

Interested parties please submit your resume via email to info@thehouseofhopecdc.org and note the position you are applying for.

Providence Housing Authority
20.00 per hour
Bilingual English/Spanish
CHW Certification Required
Full Time, Temporary
Apprenticeship Program Eligible

Job Description:

Purpose: The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a dependable and caring member of their community. The CHW works to improve the health and wellbeing of peers who are PHA residents in public housing by connecting them to health and social services, providing social support, and helping them to advocate for their health needs. Our CHW focuses on public safety, safe & healthy housing, and how the physical environment effects the health and wellbeing of families living in PHA. They engage in community building efforts to improve the safety of the neighborhoods that they serve, and to help residents come together to advocate for their housing rights.

Essential Tasks of the Position:

The Community Health Worker supports the PHA residents towards COVID-19 response and recovery; also addressing the social and health care needs of the PHA residents; connecting residents to primary care, behavioral health, and other resources either within the PHA organization or within the community.

•    Work one-on-one with residents to address health concerns with their homes.

•    Work one-on-one with residents to assess their healthcare and social service needs and to refer and connect to services whenever possible.

•    Work one-to-one with residents to set health-promoting goals and help them to meet these goals.

•    Attend monthly networking meetings convened by Community Health Worker Association of Rhode Island (CHWARI); to collectively problem solve and to share resources.

•    Network with existing health and community-based organizations to learn about opportunities for their clients and share their clients’ needs with these agencies.

•    Support the work of other Resident Services Department staff and Property Management staff to address resident social determinants of health.

•    Upon completion of the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP), Teach two classes within one year of certification. (See below)

•    Meet requirements of the Training Program (See below)

Training:

•    As a CHW Trainee, the Community Health Worker will be trained and certified in the CHWARI CORE CHW Certification, through the RI Certification Board.

•    The CHW will be responsible for meeting on-the-job competencies, assessed by his/her supervisor/mentor.

•    Complete RIDOH’s Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSM).

•    Upon completion of the training requirements and competencies, CHWs receive a Certificate of Completion which is a nationally recognized credential.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

Education Level

•    High school diploma or GED

Experience in Related Field

•    Experience with customer service, social services, health care or community-related work is preferred.

Knowledge, skills, abilities, licenses and certifications

•    Ability to speak both Spanish and English fluently and to write English fluently, required.

•    Strong preference will be given to individuals living in public housing and participants in the Section 8 Program.

•    Determination to make a difference in their own community.

•    Excellent listening and communication skills.

•    Compassionate, empathetic, respectful & logical.

•    Open to working closely with clients who struggle with health-related issues of all kinds, including mental illness and addiction at all levels.

•    Respectful, sensitive and non-judgmental towards individuals who may suffer from traumas and/or disabilities.

•    Strong interpersonal and social skills with an ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds.

•    Strong presence in one-on-one meetings.

How to Apply

Please apply at provhousing.org here.

If you have any questions please reach out to 401-270-3344 or email at Aosorio@provhousing.org

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP)
Full-time
Certification required within 6 months
One year experience required
Apprenticeship Program Eligible

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking a full time Community Health Worker Lead to assist the CHW Manager with administrative tasks related to reporting requirements and supervision of CHWs. The Lead will Collaborate with members of a multidisciplinary community health team comprised of community health staff, behavioral health master level clinicians and primary care practice staff to promote patient-centered care by screening to identify alcohol and substance abuse issues. Assess patients dealing with complex medical, behavioral health and/or substance issues as well as social determinants of health, who require a more intensive home and community-based intervention, by offering team and community-based resources and referrals, provide system navigation, support, care coordination, and ongoing case management to meet those needs.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of an Associates degree in a social science, research or public health-related field preferred. Certification through the RI Certification Board (RICB) as a Community Health Worker or requirements met to sit for CHW certification exam within 6 months. (Requirements include: six months or 1000 hours of paid or volunteer work experience within five years, 50 hours of supervision, 70 hours of education relevant to the domains established by the RICB, portfolio as designated by the RICB, and recertification and continuation education every two years.) Minimum of one (1) year work experience in substance abuse setting, health coaching, motivational interviewing and/or related field. Experience working with primary care and/or behavioral healthcare providers preferred. Experience working with patients to manage their health, navigate systems, access social service resources, and provide care coordination preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word) required.

For Full Time Employees Working 30 – 40 hours per week, EBCAP provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes heavily subsidized medical and dental insurance plans (BCBSRI), supplemental vision insurance, voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, up to 3% company matching 403(b) retirement plan, employer-paid life insurance & long term disability, generous paid time off that includes vacation/holidays/personal days/sick time, mileage reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, opportunities for center-paid training/CEUs, employee assistance program, and so much more!

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at East Bay Community Action Program.

EBCAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to providing a diverse work environment.

Apply Here

https://ebcap.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/a8e4b3f1-5e3f-190e-8f2d-8ffc734b194b/apply

Urban Perinatal Education Center
Part-time
Personal Experience of resilience in DEI
Apprenticeship Program Eligible

The Urban Perinatal Education Center is seeking a part time CHW.

Requirements:

• reliable transportation
• clear communication skills
• intermediary knowledge of Google Workspace (Spaces/Drive/Forms)
• ability and willing to learn project management tools (Asana)
• ability to build resource plans with our network
• flexible schedule (day time and possibly some evenings)
• beginner to intermediate knowledge about national/local maternal health disparities and initiatives
• time management skills
• project management skills

Personal experience of resilience in DEI, ability to articulate and demonstrate adaptability working with a community through shared lived experience of historical disparities and injustice and must demonstrate an ability to maintain emotional regulation through complex circumstances and situations through collaborative partnerships.

How to Apply

Email resume and coverletter to info@urbanperinatal.org

Blackstone Valley Community Health Center
Full-time
Central Falls
Bilingual Preferred
CCHW, CPRS or CDP Preferred
Apprenticeship Eligible (Stipend on top of Salary)

The Community Health Worker – Family Support Specialist is a member of the Community Health Team and acts as link to community-based organizations to facilitate patient access to health/social services.

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.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a social science, research or public health-related field preferred.

High School diploma and 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).

Certification as a CDP, CPRS or CHW preferred, must obtain Rhode Island CHW Certification within 18 months of hire 

Experience with accessing social service resources, healthcare navigation, or case management preferred.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating System and Microsoft Word required. 

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

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

Reliable transportation required

Bilingual ability in English and Spanish, Portuguese or Creole speaking abilities preferred

Cultural sensitivity necessary to work with a diverse patient and staff population required

Ability to work independently and collaboratively required

Knowledge of computers and electronic medical records required 

Knowledge of Microsoft Suite preferred

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written required

How to Apply

Apply here: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=c8cb56cc-487c-43cc-86d0-08c78843e5fd&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=474272&source=CC2&lang=en_US