Community Health Worker

Family Service of RI
PROGRAM:                 
TST-CHT
FULL TIME:
                 40 hours per week
SALARY RANGE:          $19.00 – $23.62 Hourly, +6% for bilingual skills!

Summary: The Trauma Systems Therapy- Community Health Worker will conduct screenings and individual needs assessments in family homes and other community venues as appropriate. Responsible for engaging clients; implementing screening tools; identifying areas of need; developing action plans; ensuring referrals are made to appropriately matched services; and providing ongoing support and monitoring.

Qualifications:

  • Community Health Worker Certification required; Bachelor degree preferred.
  • Ability to complete training and meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 6 months of employment.
  • Spanish bilingual preferred.
  • Valid drivers license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
  • Ability to provide services in clients homes, health clinic, community locations and other agency sites.
  • Ability to have a flexible schedule to include some evenings.
  • Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
  • Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.

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!

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.

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