Community Health Worker Association of RI

Woonsocket Networking Group
2024-05-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Woonsocket Public Library, 303 Clinton Street, Woonsocket, Rhode Island, 02895, United States
Attention Woonsocket CHWs!

Do you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW, CNA,Case manager, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community!

This group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary. Expect to:

Engage in discussions on community health and well-being

Discover resources to enhance your impact

Learn from other CHWs and their insights

Share your experiences, challenges and successes

Please email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org.

Register!

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Woonsocket Networking Group
2024-05-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Woonsocket Public Library, 303 Clinton Street, Woonsocket, Rhode Island, 02895, United States
Attention Woonsocket CHWs!

Do you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW, CNA, Case manager, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community!

This group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary. Expect to:

Engage in discussions on community health and well-being

Discover resources to enhance your impact

Learn from other CHWs and their insights

Share your experiences, challenges and successes

Please email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org.

Register!

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HIV Endorsement Training for CHWs
2024-05-08 09:00 - 12:00
*This training has been delayed from its original start date of 4/10*

SCHEDULE – May 8- July 31, 2024Wednesdays 9am-12pmVirtual over ZoomAttendance at all sessions is required.

“I work with HIV positive women. This training made me feel more comfortable with my engagement skills.”– Katie Gonzalez, CCHW, CPRS

This entry level curriculum will provide specialized training for community health workers serving people living with, at risk for, and impacted by HIV/AIDS. It is open to certified CHWs who are fluent in English.

Modules include:

HIV Testing, Antiretroviral Therapy

Client Engagement and Motivational Interviewing

Social Determinants, Special Populations & Stigma

Behavioral Health (mental health, substance use, domestic violence, grief & loss)

Cultural Humility and Advocacy

HIV Public Health Policies

Ethics, Professional Burnout/Stress, Self-Awareness and Self-Care

This 45 hour virtual training takes place over 12 weeks, with 36 hours live class time over zoom and nine hours of homework. This qualifies graduates to apply for RI Certification Board’s Specialty Endorsement in HIV. Applicants must hold a current, valid and in good standing credential through RICB (like a CHW Certification) or a health care practitioner certification/license.

The development of this curriculum was made possible with Co-Exist funding through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (OHHS), Ryan White Division. Deoshore F. Haig, LCSW will be instructing.

Certified CHWs should apply here by April 29, 2024 at 5pm. If you have any questions, please email Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu.

Apply Here

This FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.

Interpersonal Violence Training for CHWs
2024-05-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Rhode Island College, 600 Mount Pleasant Street, Providence, RI, 02908, United States
Interpersonal Violence Training for CHWsMay 8, 15, 22, 29 & June 5, 2024Wednesday evenings, 6-9pmIn-person at Rhode Island College plus 15 hours of self-paced assignments

Do you feel prepared to support a victim of interpersonal violence after disclosure? Do you know the best trauma-informed practices?

This 30 hour training will aid community health workers in addressing interpersonal violence experienced by clients and help them to access community resources. This course will prepare community health workers with the skills needed to be a victim service advocate. Lisa Hoopis, Director of Education and Training at Sojourner House, will instruct.

Training includes information on:

Domestic violence

Sexual assault

Human trafficking

Boundaries

Trauma-informed care

Safety planning

Crisis intervention

And more

Training will include guest speakers, videos, case studies, group work, and role plays. Fifteen hours will be in person at Rhode Island College and 15 hours will be synchronous. In-person attendance is required at all class sessions.

You must have at least six months of experience as a community health worker in order to take this training. If you have questions about this requirement, please email Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu. The deadline for the application is May 3, 2024. Apply now!

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About the Instructor

Lisa Hoopis, Director of Education and Training, Sojourner House (she/they)

Lisa joined Sojourner House in 2019 as Director of Education and Community Programs. Lisa has taught in various departments, as an adjunct faculty at Rhode Island College since 2014.

Lisa is a former undergraduate and graduate student at Rhode Island College and is the former Director of the RIC Women’s Center. Lisa is currently a doctoral student at Johnson and Wales in Educational Leadership. Lisa works closely with school districts and agencies to provide professional and youth development, training, consultations, curriculum development, and assistance in setting up peer education and advocacy programs.

She is a co-founder and active member of the RI HIV STI prevention coalition and an active member of the RI Cross Campus Collaborative to prevent sexual assault on campus. Lisa is a certified curriculum developer, trainer, and evaluator for the VAWA police academy and is co-chair of the RI crime victim service providers. Lisa specializes in inclusive, comprehensive sexuality education and interpersonal violence prevention.

This FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.

EMPOWER: Justice-Involved CHW Support Team Group
2024-05-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-23 19:00 - 20:00
Overview: This support group is designed specifically for community health workers (CHWs) with justice involvement experience, providing a safe space to share challenges, receive support, and enhance skills. Meetings will occur twice a month and will focus on topics related to professional development, self-care, and navigating reentry into the workforce.

The Justice-Involved Community Health Worker Support Group curriculum aims to provide CHWs with justice involvement experience a supportive environment to enhance their skills, build resilience, and navigate the reentry process successfully. Through interactive sessions, peer support, and access to resources, participants will gain valuable tools and insights to thrive in their professional roles and contribute positively to their communities’ health and well-being.

Meetings will be focused on topics including:

Setting Goals

Navigating Reentry Challenges

Building resiliance and coping skills

Effective communication and conflict resolution

Professional Development and Skill Enhancement

Advocacy and Community Engagement

Legal Rights & Resources

Celebrating Progress and Looking Ahead

Meeting Frequency: Twice a month. The initial schedule will be every other Thursday at 7pm: April 25th, May 9th, May 23rd, June 6th.

Meeting Duration: 1 hour per session

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This support group is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and organized by CHWARI, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.

HEZ Learning Community
2024-05-14 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday, May 14, 2024Theme: Celebrating Collaborations

HEZ Learning Community events are held 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Breakfast and lunch are provided.

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For questions, please email morgan.duffney@health.ri.gov.

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Latinx CHW Support Group
2024-05-14 17:00 - 17:45, 2024-05-28 12:00 - 13:00
EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS

Si! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.

Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma.

Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo!

En Abril del 2024, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma.

Nuevos horarios en Mayo/ Junio:

Mayo 14, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm

Mayo 28,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm

Junio 11, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm

Junio 25, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm

El NUEVO enlace para la reunión

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman, lroman@ric.edu, CCHW, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Latinx CHW Support Group

This support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!

In April of 2024, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening, to make it easier for more to attend.

March/April 2024 Schedule:

May 14, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm

May 28,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm

June 11, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm

June 25, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm

Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, lroman@ric.edu, CCHW, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Link to Google Meet Meeting (note -this link changed in March 2024)

"Bladder Problems" CHW Networking Gathering
2024-05-16 12:00 - 13:30
Has your client mapped out the fastest way to the restroom? Does your client depend on pads?

Come and learn common bladder control problems and how to guide your client to seek help!

Expect to cover topics including:

Talking about it – urinary incontinence

Guide to pelvic floor exercise and bladder training

Research opportunities

This gathering will be facilitated by Denisses Cortorreal, Community Liaison, who has been trained by specialists from the Division of Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Women & Infants Hospital. Denisses dedicates her time to sharing this important information to our communities in Rhode Island. Also she empowers women to seek treatment for urinary incontinence and educates them about research participation.

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Pawtucket & Central Falls CHW Network
2024-05-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Pawtucket Family YMCA, 20 Summer Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, 02860
Open to Community Health Workers and those serving in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls.

Monthly, in-person network meetings for training, resource sharing, and professional development.

Access to professional network of like-minded local change-makers.

To be held at the Pawtucket Family YMCA the last Tuesday of every month.

Lead by Kinzel Thomas, LCSW, CCHW, LCDP

Contact Kinzel at thomaski@familyserviceri.org for more information and to register!

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