Care New England Medical Group / Integra
Providence
Full-time, M-F 8-4:30
CHW Certification or within 12 months
Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Primary Function

The Community Health Worker is a member of the community health team; an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, Behavioral Health Clinicians and practice-based Nurse Care Managers. 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. 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.

Job Qualifications and Specifications

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 be working toward certification to be completed within 12 months from date of hire. 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.

How To Apply

Head to their website www.carenewengland.org/careers/results and search for Job ID # 16719 and apply there. Or email Cynthia Scott at CyScott@CareNE.org

Meals on Wheels Rhode Island
$35,000-$42,000
CHW Certification or in process
Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Organizational Overview

Meals on Wheels of RI’s mission is to meet the nutritional and social needs of those we serve so that they can maintain safe and independent lifestyles.

We envision a Rhode Island where those we serve live well-nourished lives with independence and dignity.

Since 1969, Meals on Wheels of RI has worked to address the issues of food insecurity and social isolation as risk factors for negative health outcomes amongst homebound older adults. Through nutritional and other programming, the organization works to empower seniors across the state to live healthier, safer, and happier lives as they age with independence.

The core values of our organization are: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Steadfastness.

Summary

Community Health Worker (CHW)works collaboratively with home delivered meal program to identify the health and wellness needs of Meals on Wheels clients.

The CHW will be an important part of a team providing support, care coordination, resources and referrals. This is a full-time hourly position for 35 hours per week; Monday through Friday with the hours of 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess clients to identify medical, social, and safety needs
• Provide nutrition education to identifed MOWRI clients
• Make referrals to appropriate services and agencies
• Maintain database/documentation when visits/referrals are made
• Collaborate with community partners to connect clients with support and services
• Attend health fairs, community meetings and other outreach activities
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities
• Support the activities of day-to-day of the home delivered meal program
• Provide assistance and serve as back-up to other staff as needed
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in a nonprofit setting
• Experience working with older adults
• Community Health Worker Certification or in process
• Bilingual/Spanish Speaking, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to the mission of Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island
• Possesses high energy, positive attitude, dedication
• Embraces teamwork and flexibility
• Shows attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to multi task
• Offers a high degree of initiative
• Computer proficiency (MS Excel, Word, and database programs)
• A proven ability to identify, navigate, and successfully interact within the dynamics of a fast paced environment

How to Apply

On their website this position is called “Program Assistant.” See their listing here.

Integrated Healthcare Partners
Warwick
Full-time
$22-25/hour, $3000 Annual Bonus
Healthcare Experience Preferred

See their listing and apply here:

https://completehrsolutions.isolvedhire.com/jobs/874820-66799.html

Position Summary:

Integrated Healthcare Partners is looking to add a Patient Engagement Specialist to their team. Position compensation range starts at $22.00 to $25.00/Hour with annual bonus of $3,000 plus great benefits!!

The Patient Engagement Specialist will offer intervention by providing team and community-based resources and referrals, system navigation, support, care coordination, and ongoing case management to meet those needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluate engagement and risk criteria to identify individuals that could benefit from case management.
• Build trusting relationships, serve as an advocate and mentor with the goal of empowering the patient to become more independent and self-sufficient.
• Collaborate with other service providers, helping patients make necessary connections and enable patient independence in service access.
• Administer required screening tools with patients to assess patient behaviors, social needs, and factors that may increase the risk for health and behavioral health problems. .
• Maintain timely, accurate records, documentation, data entry, and reports as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor in support of IHP in achieving organization goals.

Experience and Technical Skills:

• AS or BS degree in Social Work, Public Health or Health Sciences preferred.
• 1-3 years healthcare experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.
• Excellent customer service, patient facing and internal communication skills.
• Participation in community and agency functions, workshops and trainings.
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency with MS Office.

Salary Range:

• This is a non-exempt position with a range of $22.00 – 25.00 per hour

How to Apply

Integrated Healthcare Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ONE Neighborhood Builders
Providence, RI
Salary: $50,000 – $58,000
Full Time, Knowledge of Central Providence
Bilingual

                         

POSITION SUMMARY

Central Providence Opportunities: A Health Equity Zone (CPO-HEZ) seeks a Community Organizer to support the implementation of the Central Providence Roadmap, a 10-year vision for collective community impact. By serving as the backbone of Central Providence Opportunities: A Health Equity Zone (CPO-HEZ), ONE Neighborhood Builders brings to bear its community development, convening, resource development, and financial management capacities.

The Central Providence Roadmap is the first comprehensive, community-built collective impact plan focused on the nine neighborhoods in 02908 and 02909 zip codes. The Roadmap was developed with input from more than 60 community organizations, civic leaders, and residents of Central Providence. The Central Providence Roadmap is about collectively imagining – and working together to realize – a future with greater health and economic equity. It recognizes and aims to build upon the assets and potential in Central Providence – dedicated community members, innovative programs and services, and a shared commitment of organizations and residents to work together toward shared goals.

Helmed by the Managing Director of Central Providence Opportunities, the CPO-HEZ team leads the vision for and implementation of the Central Providence Roadmap. The Community Organizer is a new role and will report to the Assistant Director of Collective Impact.

Specifically, the Community Organizer will:

• •    Organize and mobilize community members as advocates for themselves and their neighbors.
• •    Support the development of advocacy agendas and organizing strategies in line with the Central Providence Roadmap.
• •    Build active, collaborative partnerships with local organizations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No staff supervision required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Organize and mobilize community members as advocates for themselves and their neighbors.

a.    Help manage, set agendas for, and facilitate the CPO-HEZ Resident Advisory Council (RAC), and work with the AD of Collective Impact to strategize about RAC engagement with the CPO-HEZ Working Groups and Steering Committee

b.    Recruit additional new RAC members

c.    Assist partner organizations in mobilizing residents around advocacy agendas

2.    Support the development of advocacy agendas and organizing strategies in line with the Central Providence Roadmap

a.    Create communication materials that advance advocacy agendas/organizing strategies, including digital and social media campaigns

b.    Represent CPO-HEZ and ONE|NB at community meetings (i.e. neighborhood association meetings, elected official meetings, and variety of community town halls)

3.    Build active partnerships with local collaborating organizations

a.    Help to facilitate CPO-HEZ Working Group meetings

b.    Build and coordinate relationships with community organizers and equivalents at partner organizations

c.    Help to develop and implement strategies to keep CPO-HEZ partners engaged and informed of Roadmap progress.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This position does not have any formal education requirements; a successful community organizer will benefit from lived experience as much as learned experience. However, a few skills and values are required for this role:

• •    Excellent verbal and written communication
• •    Fluency in at least two of the languages spoken in Central Providence required (ideally including Spanish)
• •    Able to build and maintain partnerships with neighbors and staff members of collaborating organizations
• •    Skilled project manager and capable self-starter
• •    Adept facilitator, especially of groups that include people of many backgrounds and ranges of experience
• •    Understanding of the challenges facing and opportunities within Central Providence
• •    Understanding of the policy issues relevant to the Roadmap, or willingness and capacity to learn, and ability to translate those policy issues and advocacy agendas into actionable organizing strategies and clear messaging for residents
• •    Keen understanding of the landscape of nonprofit and grassroots organizations in Central Providence
• •    Commitment to racial, health, and economic equity

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

None

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

ONE|NB offers a robust benefits package (including health, dental, and vision insurance), a retirement plan with matching contribution, a generous allotment of paid holiday and personal/vacation time, and an inspiring & innovative organizational culture. The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $58,000 and will be commensurate with experience. The Community Organizer will be required to work a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including a significant number of nights and weekends. This role offers flexibility to work remotely an estimated two days per week or equivalent. Candidates are not required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, though vaccination is strongly recommended.

How to Apply

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ONE|NB works to dismantle all forms of discrimination. We fight the systems that oppress people from a vast range of identities and experiences. Cultivating a team that embodies the diverse experiences of Central Providence communities is essential to these aspirations. We strongly and sincerely encourage applications from people of color; immigrant, bilingual, and bicultural individuals; people with disabilities; members of LGBTQQ+ and gender non-conforming communities; and people with other diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume to Anusha Venkataraman, Managing Director of Central Providence Opportunities, at anusha@onenb.org. Please use the subject line “Community Organizer Application” for your email. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Organization: Women’s Resource Center
Location: Newport / Warren
Salary: $38,000 – $42,000 / year
Start Date: 5/1/2023
Full Time, Permanent

Job Description

The COVID-19/Float Advocate will report to the Director of Client Services during the onboarding and training process.

The advocate will coordinate all COVID-19 related activities (picking up/dropping off tests, relaying new

recommendations to the agency, implementing new protocols as recommended, etc.) and assist the client services

department with coverage when needed in various locations.

ROLE SPECIFIC DUTIES

Training and Educating:

• Staying updated on current recommendations regarding COVID-19.

• Educate the agency staff regarding COVID-19 recommendations.

• Assist agency staff with creating and implementing new protocols when

necessary.

Direct Service:

• Provide coverage for client services staff when needed in our various locations (coverage and location may vary

daily or weekly).

• Provide trauma-informed direct services to victims of domestic violence including support, advocacy, crisis

intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Respond effectively to challenging situations with clients.

Essential Skills:

• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the organization

• Knowledge of domestic violence and the issues that commonly intersect with it.

• Ability to work with diverse populations

• Ability to interact sensitively with traumatized populations and to handle crisis appropriately

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

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

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Location: hybrid with in-person divided between Newport & Warren offices

FTE: 40 Hours per week*

Term: Employment at Will

Salary Range: $38,000-$42,000

Benefits: Health and dental insurance (employer pays 75% of individual), supplemental insurance, paid holiday,

vacation, sick, and personal time, retirement plan with employer match, employee assistance program, employee

wellness program, flexible schedule, hybrid work model

Organization 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.

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.

Working at the Women’s Resource Center

The WRC is a great place to work! We are a diverse team of people passionate about ending domestic violence and

providing high quality, trauma-informed services to our clients. This is hard work that wouldn’t be possible without our

amazing staff. We value our people and demonstrate our commitment by providing a competitive benefits package and

a hybrid, flexible, family-friendly workplace. We invest in our employees’ growth and well-being. We pride ourselves in

developing leaders and supporting self-care every day. We share an innovative vision for the future of this organization

and engage every team member in making that vision a reality.

*We are currently piloting a 4-day/32-hour work week with no reduction in pay or benefits. This schedule may be

permanent depending on outcomes of the pilot. If we return to a 5 day/40-hour work week schedule will be MondayFriday.

RI Parent Information Network
Part-time
Knowledge of RI and CHWs
Certification preferred or within 6 months

Job Summary:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) Alliance Engagement Coordinator is a peer who has experience navigating Rhode Island’s systems of care for themselves, a family member or through previous employment. The Engagement Coordinator will synchronize activities to support a network of organizations operating in the CHW sector. The Engagement Coordinator will work in close collaboration with various stakeholders both internally and externally such as CHW sector, healthcare providers, healthcare payers, the RI Department of Health, and others.

Essential Functions:
•    Engage Alliance members building connections and synergy of efforts. 
•    Assist with planning, developing, and implementing strategies to support an employer-based learning collaborative including stakeholder engagement, community alignment, and inclusion
•    Communicate with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives
•    Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with agencies and organizations interested in public health and the CHW workforce
•    Provide insight and input in the development of policies, materials, and programs to assure materials, messaging and policies are person centered incorporating a CHW lens and culturally competent
•    Assist in data collection, surveys, assessment and reporting as required
•    Actively participate and complete training and professional development activities
•    Accept other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Detailed knowledge of RI and national Community Health Worker history and ecosystem 
•    Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
•    Ability to take initiative and follow through on projects
•    Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products and other project management tools
•    Personal experience navigating social, healthcare and /or education systems and services for self or family member preferred.
•    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 

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 working in the field of health and human service, and or Community Health Worker initiatives
•    Previous experience in working effectively with professionals supporting individuals/ parents/families of children with special needs
•    Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations 
•    A combination of education and experience demonstrating acquisition of the skills and abilities required

How to Apply

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=57861&clientkey=2065EACCEE3EBD0E3C48BE8B2A07F5BA

Children’s Friend
Full-time
Providence, RI
Bilingual English/Spanish
Bachelors or Associates with Experience

Position Overview: 

The Bilingual Family Advocate will provide a range of culturally competent home-based services for all families participating in the Head Start programs including parenting education; developmental milestones; health and nutrition education; home management skills; crisis intervention; crisis intervention; vocational development; and, social services linkage, all in partnership with the client.

Provides home based parent child activities to promote positive, nurturing interaction between parents and their children.

Ensures program services are in compliance with Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards.

Responsible for integration of services for families in the classroom, home, center, and community.

Promotes parent involvement in both home and center-based activities. This includes encouraging meaningful parent volunteer opportunities.

Seeks family strengths and competencies, identifying ways to develop those strengths in building the Family Partnership Agreement. 

Conducts face-to-face client, collateral, and provider conversations to make appropriate referrals and linkages to other community resources as needed.

Maintains client records and complete all necessary documentation within established program time frames.

Participates in the enrollment of all children and families.

Ability to interact with members of the community representing diverse backgrounds and interests.

Participates in case conferences and collaborates with other service providers working with families.

Develops and maintains ongoing outreach strategies to inform families and the community of services and activities at the center.

Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Child Development preferred, or a bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a field the agency considers to be equivalent combined with relevant experience.

•    Experience with at-risk families preferred.

•    Bilingual skills required.

•    Strong empathetic and relationship skills required.

•    Ability to see the families the agency serves through a lens of empowerment.

•    Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.

Hybrid Eligible:

Given the nature of this role, the Bilingual Family Advocate will need to be able to work an onsite and remote work schedule. 

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of criminal background checks, educational verification, medical, and proof of immunizations.

Children’s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

•    Medical Dental and Vision coverage

•    Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan

•    Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance

•    Flex Spending Accounts

•    11 Holidays

•    Competitive Vacation Benefits

•    Training and Professional Development

•    Education Assistance

•    Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Our Mission 

Children’s Friend is the innovative leader in improving the well-being and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable young children.

About Us                                               

Established in 1834, Children’s friend is Rhode Island’s oldest child welfare organization. We are an innovative leader in improving the well-being and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable children and families. Our services include Early Head Start, Head Start, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), adoption, foster care, support for families with substance abuse, counseling, assistance for children with developmental delays, and other child welfare and early childhood services.

Apply here

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=8beb3b40-ca6b-4d43-bf80-f2dec8b14bfa&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=460997&lang=en_US

The Village Common
Part-time
Salary: $25 – $27/hour
Bilingual English/Spanish
CHW Certification Preferred

Position Summary

The Village Common of Rhode Island (TVC) is a growing non-profit working to change the experience of aging for all Rhode Islanders by fostering and sustaining ‘villages’; communities of mutual support where neighbors help neighbors. Learn more about The Village Common https://villagecommonri.org/.

The Outreach Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Executive Director and TVC Volunteers to support the outreach and engagement efforts into specific underserved communities, in collaboration with an Outreach Team, with a focus on serving Latinx community or Spanish speaking residents. The Outreach Coordinator will be an important member of the team by assisting in recruiting volunteers, developing partnerships, and working with persons and organizations in underserved, low-income communities. This is a part-time, hourly position for 25 hours per week with flexible scheduling for one calendar year.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Develop outreach plan in collaboration with community members and partners (Examples: YMCA; Health Insurers; Cities of Providence, Pawtucket and Woonsocket; Meals on Wheels; Maturity Work;, Food Banks; Churches; etc.) for older adults in identified, under resourced low income communities across RI
• Engage in community building efforts in target neighborhoods and in elderly housing
• Collaborate with Coordinators for Retired and Senior Volunteer Programs (RSVP) to link older adults to one another for mutual aid and support
• Work to improve the health and well-being of aging adults by connecting them to health and social services, providing social support, and helping them to advocate for their health needs
• Maintain program data and submit all required reports
• Attend agency meetings / trainings as requested
• Work under limited supervision, use professional knowledge and experience in making decisions and assessment, and ensure adherence to grant goals and objectives
• Set priorities in consultation with Executive Director and manage time to ensure the effective use of all resources
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Fluency (speaking, reading and writing) in English and Spanish required
• Interest in working with older adults; respect for aging and the aging process
• 1-3 years of experience in community health or outreach
• High level of interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills
• Ability to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner
• Organizational skills to include managing multiple activities; ability to prioritize projects of varying complexities; ability to meet required timelines
• Ability to effectively work independently and in collaboration with multiple staff, and programs and external partners
• Experience working with and outreaching to diverse populations
• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Health, Education, or related field strongly preferred. High School diploma or GED required. Combination of education and equivalent work experience to meet needs of the position
• Community Health Worker Certification preferred

Application Instructions

Please send a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this position to outreach@villagecommonri.org.  Please put ‘Community Health Worker’ in the subject line.

The Village Common of Rhode Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that our organization must reflect our goals for diversity in our villages and that a diverse organization where everyone feels comfortable being themselves will be a long-term advantage. We welcome all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, country of ancestral origin, or veteran status.

West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation
02907 HEZ
Full Time, 35 hours
1+ years in community outreach

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Housing Coordinator is a vital member of the backbone agency poised to support the
Health Equity Zone, to provide culturally appropriate support and resources to the 02907
community. This position will support HEZs with a disproportionate number of homeless
encampments and high housing cost burden to engage an array of community partners in
developing affordable and supportive housing, including partners such as residents who do
not typically participate in this domain, yet bring valuable perspective and information about
their communities.

This team member will represent the agency and work closely with the HEZ Program Manager
to develop and implement initiatives that increase agency visibility within the community. The
ideal candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community oriented to be successful in
this role. This is a full-time (35 hours per week) position. The typical schedule would be normal
business hours from Monday through Friday, with some nights and/or weekends required
during special projects or events.

See Full Listing here!

Childhood Lead Action Project
Full-time, 35 hours
Salary: $44,900 w/benefits!
Experience Community Organizing

The Childhood Lead Action Project is looking for a full-time Community Organizer/Policy Advocate.  The new organizer/advocate will be responsible for coordinating a coalition advocating for access to lead-free drinking water for all. The organizer will also run several local-level lead safety stakeholder coalitions and assist with policy advocacy, fundraising, and external communications. Work will include facilitating coalition strategy sessions and conducting related community education, outreach, and grassroots lobbying. Job description and application details here [docs.google.com].