Community Health Worker Association of RI

Supporting Children on the Autism Spectrum
2022-06-30 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Two Part Community Health Worker Training:

This is a TWO PART training. Attendance at June 23rd is required to particpate on June 30th. Please join us as we discuss the diagnosis of autism, how autism impacts people in different ways, and the types of tools used to support autistic clients.

This training is designed to inform participants of the neurodevelopmental characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Topics include, but are not limited to: Executive Functioning, Context Blindness, Theory of Mind, Central Coherence, Joint Attention, and One-Channel Processing. An understanding of these characteristics and challenges arms participants with the knowledge required to support individuals with ASD in their daily lives (in the classroom, in the home, or in the community). This presentation ends with a discussion of the methods used to support individuals with ASD. These practical tools and strategies will help participants be proactive and confident in their efforts to support individuals with autism in a variety of settings.

Thanks to a preschool development grant from the Woonsocket, Bristol, and Central Providence Health Equity Zones, The Autism Project© is proud to offer this workshop. This is a FREE training aimed at ensuring that children from birth – 5 years old receive proper support support. The HEZ’s are targeting professionals in the following zip codes: 02908, 02909, 02895, 02885, 02809.

Part 1: The Basics of Austism

June 23rd, 5:30PM-7:30PM, EST

Part 2: Tools to Support Your Autistic Clients

June 30th, 5:30PM-7:30PM, EST

HIV Endorsement Training for CHWs
2022-07-07 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-07-14 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-07-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-07-21 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-07-28 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-08-04 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-08-11 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-08-16 15:00 - 18:00 and 1 more date
This training is full. Join CHWARI now to be alerted when it is offered next!

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June 16, 2022 – August 18, 2022

Thursdays 3pm-6pm (ET) & Two Tuesdays

Attendance at all sessions is required.

Apply Here!

This entry level curriculum will provide specialized training for community health workers serving people living with, at risk for, and impacted by HIV/AIDS.

Modules include:

HIV Testing, Antiretroviral TherapyClient Engagement and Motivational InterviewingSocial Determinants, Special Populations & StigmaBehavioral Health (mental health, substance use, domestic violence, grief and loss)Cultural Humility and AdvocacyHIV Public Health PoliciesEthics, Professional Burnout/Stress, Self-Awareness and Self-Care

This 45 hour virtual training takes place over 12 weeks, with 36 hours synchronous (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 ASAP via this link: https://forms.gle/dkWQcTUQ7Uz11CF46

Application deadline is Tuesday June 14, 9pm. If you have any questions, please email Sarah Lawrence at slawrence@ric.edu.

Capacitación para el respaldo del VIH de los Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios

Primavera-Verano, 2022, virtual

CALENDARIO:

16 de Junio del 2022 – 18 de Agosto del 2022

Jueves 3pm-6pm (ET) y Dos Martes

Se requiere de su asistencia a todas las sesiones.

Este plan de estudios de nivel inicial proporcionará capacitación especializada para los Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios que atienden a personas que viven con, en riesgo e impactadas por el VIH / SIDA.

Los módulos incluyen:

Pruebas de VIH, Terapia AntirretroviralCompromiso con el cliente y entrevistas motivacionalesDeterminantes sociales, poblaciones especiales y estigmasSalud conductual (salud mental, uso de sustancias, violencia doméstica, duelo y pérdida)Humildad cultural y ApoyoPolíticas de salud pública sobre el VIHÉtica, Agotamiento/Estrés Profesional, Conciencia de sí mismo y Autoayuda

Esta capacitación virtual de 45 horas se llevara a cabo durante 12 semanas, con 36 horas de tiempo de clases sincronizadas (en vivo) a través de zoom y nueve horas de tareas. Esto califica a los graduados para solicitar el respaldo de especialidad de la Junta de Certificación de RI en VIH. Los solicitantes deben tener una credencial actual, válida y de buena reputación a través de RICB (como una certificación CHW) o una certificación / licencia de profesional de atención médica.

El desarrollo de este plan de estudios fue posible gracias a la financiación de Co-Exist a través de la Oficina Ejecutiva de Salud y Servicios Humanos (OHHS), División Ryan White. Deoshore F. Haig, LCSW estará instruyendo.

Los TCS certificados deben aplicar lo antes posible a través de este enlace: https://chwari.org/event/chw-hiv-endorsement-training/

La fecha límite de hacer su solicitud es el Martes 14 de junio, 2022 a las 9 p.m. Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a Sarah Lawrence: slawrence@ric.edu.

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Funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health. Implemented by Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare and CHWARI

Accelerated CHW Core Competency Training
2022-07-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-07-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-07-15 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-07-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-07-22 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-07-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-07-29 09:30 - 11:30, 2022-08-02 18:00 - 20:00 and 4 more dates
July 8th- August 19th

Friday 9:30-11:30am & Mondays 6pm-8pm

Apply Here!

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The FREE Community Health Worker Core Competency Training is intended to prepare participants for entry-level CHW positions in community-based social service, healthcare and behavioral health settings. Its 12 modules are each aligned with a set of competencies defined by the Rhode Island Certification Board. Each module includes 2 hours of live zoom training plus 4 hours of training activities, for a total of 72 training hours, fulfilling the 70-hour requirement for RI CHW certification.

See the Core Competencies of a Community Health Worker here.

Learn about getting your Community Health Worker Certification here.

This “accelerated” training is comprised of two live Zoom classes per week and accompanying assignments per class (about 4 hours of homework in addition to the 4 hours of live Zoom class per week). This means trainees must have plenty of time to attend to the course, either due to employer allowed time at work or an evening schedule with plenty of room in it. Training will be held virtually on the Zoom platform on Friday mornings from 9:30am-11:30am (ET) and Monday evenings 6:00pm-8:00pm (ET). The training will begin on July 8, Friday, and run through August 19, Friday.

Application link: https://forms.gle/LTQN9F6FrcHHVZqZ9

Capacitación Acelerada en Competencias Básicas de CHW

Julio 8,2022 – Agosto 19, 2022

Viernes 9:30-11:30am y Lunes 6pm-8pm

La Capacitación de Competencia Básica de Trabajador de Salud Comunitaria es GRATUITA está destinada a preparar a los participantes para puestos de CHW de nivel básico en entornos de servicio social, atención médica y de la salud del comportamiento en la comunidad. Sus 12 módulos están alineados con un conjunto de competencias definidas por la Junta de Certificación de Rhode Island. Cada módulo incluye 2 horas de capacitación por zoom en vivo, más 4 horas de actividades de capacitación, haciendo un total de 72 horas de capacitación, cumpliendo con el requisito de 70 horas para la certificación RI CHW.

Vea las competencias básicas de un trabajador de salud comunitario aquí.

Obtenga información sobre cómo obtener su Certificación de Trabajador de Salud Comunitario aquí.

Esta capacitación “Acelerada” se compone de dos clases de Zoom en vivo por semana y las tareas de acompañamiento por clase (aproximadamente 4 horas de tarea además de las 4 horas de clase de Zoom en vivo por semana). Esto significa que los estudiantes deben tener mucho tiempo para asistir al curso, ya sea debido al tiempo permitido por el empleador en el trabajo o un horario nocturno con mucho espacio. La capacitación se llevará a cabo virtualmente en la plataforma Zoom los Viernes por la mañana de 9:30 a.m. a 11:30 a.m. (ET) y los Lunes por la noche de 6:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. (ET). La capacitación comenzará el 8 de julio, 2022 un Viernes, y se extenderá hasta el 19 de agosto, 2022 día Viernes.

Enlace de la aplicación: https://forms.gle/LTQN9F6FrcHHVZqZ9

This is a 72 hour training that begins July 8th. All sessions must be attended.

Older Adults CHW Training
2022-07-14 18:00 - 20:00
July 14th – August 29th 2022

Mostly Thursdays from 6-8pm, but three Mondays as well

Virtual

“Building Holistic Partnerships with Older Adults: A Community Health Work, Person-Centered & Social Determinants of Health Approach” is a training for Community Health Workers aspiring to earn Rhode Island’s CHW Specialty in Older Adults endorsement. This virtual training will be held mostly on Thursdays from 6-8pm but three Monday evenings as well (August 1, 22, 29), from July 14 to August 29. Presence at all sessions is required.

The FREE training will provide CHWs with knowledge of the following:

CHWs, Aging & the WorkforceSociological Contexts of Aging: Obstacles & OpportunitiesPractice Perspective: Building Partnerships that EmpowerSocial Determinants of Health & Aging: Obstacles & OpportunitiesThreats to Health Aging: Behavioral Health Challenges & DementiaHealthy AgingEmpowering Partnerships & Resource Navigation

Training will be comprised of weekly scheduled Zoom sessions, 6pm-8pm, and assignments and activities requiring about 1-2 hours of additional time weekly.Eligibility:

Rhode Island CHW Certification (or currently in process of applying for) Experience working or volunteering with the older adult population

This training fulfills the RI Certification Board’s requirements for the CCHW Specialty in Older Adults endorsement. Read more about applying for the endorsement here. This is NOT the application for this training.

Application Link

Application Deadline: July 13th, 5pm

Please email CHWARI Director Sarah Lawrence with any questions and to communicate your certification status: slawrence@ric.edu

Unlocking Access: Evictions
2022-07-20 12:00 - 13:30
Our Rhode Island-based community health worker colleagues are invited to join MLPB for Unlocking Access: Evictions on Wednesday July 20th from 12:00PM – 1:30PM. During this foundational virtual training, you will learn to:

• Describe the eviction timeline from landlord/tenant relationship breakdown to physical removal from a home.• Identify tenant rights and obligations during the eviction process.• Apply role-aligned advocacy strategies that promote health and housing stability in partnership with those you serve.

This training will be hosted via Zoom – please register using the link below.Thanks in advance for completing the short survey linked to your registration, which will help us to assure that the training meets your goals.If you have any difficulties registering, please reach out to Jeff Gilbert, Partnership & Project Manager, at jgilbert@mlpb.health

Pawtucket & Central Falls Chw Networking Series!
2022-07-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Adams Public Library, 205 Central Street, Central Falls, Rhode Island, 02863, United States
Family Service of RI and LISC RI’s networking series is open to Community Health Workers and those in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls.

Monthly in-person network meetings for training, resource sharing and professional development.Monthly virtual office hours with network facilitator for drop in support.Access to professional network of like-minded, local change-makers.

2022 NETWORK MEETING DATES:

To be held in person at Adams Public Library in Central Falls, from 12:00-1:30PM

May 31June 28July 26August 30September 27October 25November 29December 27

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Individuals particpating in the network meetings may be eligible to receive CEU’s for qualifying meetings through the RI Certification Board of Community Health Workers.

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

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Hunger Elimination Task Force- Healthcare
2022-07-26 14:00 - 15:30
July 26: Innovative Partnerships in Healthcare

Mark your calendar for the upcoming quarterly meeting of the Rhode Island Hunger Elimination Task Force.

Join us to:• Meet other Rhode Islanders working to reduce hunger and increase access to healthful, affordable, culturally appropriate food• Join a small, motivated subgroup focused on a critical issue, such as improving delivery services for food insecure homebound people, getting more local food into the emergency feeding system, or improving the way SNAP works in the state• Learn from people who work in healthcare, city government, and community-based organizations across RI about how their work is making an impact

Registered Task Force members will be automatically added to all upcoming meetings. If you’re not already signed up, visit rifoodcouncil.org/HETF to join. Contact info@rifoodcouncil.org with questions and to request translation or closed captioning services.

CHW Certification Application Workshop
2022-07-27 18:00 - 20:00
Register Here

Become Certified as a CHW!

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Prepare your application, including portfolio, for submission to the RI Certification Board

July 27, 2022 6pm-8pmVirtual over ZoomSpanish assistance available!

If you want guidance on applying for Community Health Worker certification in RI, this workshop is for you! This free virtual workshop will be facilitated by Deborah Masland of the Rhode Island Parent Information Network. Get advice and answers about preparing your portfolio and clarity on some application elements. And remember, certification is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services. Translation assistance for Spanish speakers will be available!

*This workshop is open to those who:

have completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training (required)are employed as CHWs or who have completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent yearshave completed 50 hours of supervised CHW work

If you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities.

Register for this workshop here: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMocuCvqD8pHdaTj2JXmoqehriIlIoMGtPF

Please email joinchwari@gmail.com with any questions.

Funded by the RI Department of Health and sponsored by CHWARI

Taller de solicitud de Certificación como CHW

¡Obtén tu certificación como CHW!

Prepara tu solicitud, incluido tu portafolio, para presentarlo a la Junta de Certificación de RI

Julio 27, 2022 6pm-8pmVirtual a través de Zoom¡Asistencia en español disponible!

Si deseas orientación sobre cómo solicitar la certificación de Trabajador de Salud Comunitario en RI, ¡Este taller es para ti! Este taller virtual es gratuito será facilitado por Deborah Masland de la Red de Información para Padres de Rhode Island. Podrás obtener consejos y respuestas sobre la preparación de tu portafolio y respuestas sobre algunos elementos de la aplicación. Y recuerda, la certificación es necesaria para obtener el reembolso de Medicaid por sus servicios de CHW. ¡Tendremos la asistencia de un traductor para las personas que no hablan Inglés!

*Este taller está abierto solo para aquellas personas que:

hayan completado 70 horas de Capacitación CHW/TCS de Competencia Básica (requerido)que están empleados como CHW/TCS o que han completado 1000 horas de trabajo de CHW en los últimos añosque han completado 50 horas de trabajo supervisado de CHW/TCS

Si aún no ha completado la capacitación de CHW de competencia básica, únase a la Asociación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios de RI, haciendo un click aquí para conocer las próximas oportunidades de capacitación.

Regístrate para este taller aquí: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMocuCvqD8pHdaTj2JXmoqehriIlIoMGtPF

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a joinchwari@gmail.com

Financiado por el Departamento de Salud de RI y auspiciado por CHWARI

Telling Stories Successfully
2022-07-28 13:30 - 14:30
Envision Equity Presents: Telling Your Story Successfully

What makes a story worth reading? What makes a success story more successful?

Answers to these questions and more along with tools, tips, and insight(s) for CHWs telling their own stories and for 2109 recipients navigating CDC guidelines.

Our team will offer perspectives, hints, and how-tos to help you craft a story worth telling and reading.

To learn about additional learning and technical assistance opportunities, please sign up to receive Envision Equity communication: https://go.wisc.edu/vi8ia2

WHO is ENVISION?

Envision provides training and technical assistance to CDC funded Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities (CDC CCR 2109). Read more

ENVISION PAGE

Family Law Basics
2022-08-23 09:00 - 10:30
Our Rhode Island-based community health worker colleagues are invited to join MLPB for Unlocking Access: Family Law Basics on Tuesday August 23rd from 9:00AM – 10:30AM. During this foundational training, you will learn to:

Recognize connections between family law and health, as well as key systems in the domains of parentage, marriage, divorce, custody, and child support.Identify key legal risks, rights, and remedies impacting families when navigating parentage, marriage, divorce, custody and child support.Apply role-aligned family law problem-solving strategies in partnership with those you serve

This training will be hosted via Zoom – please register using this link.Thanks in advance for completing the short survey linked to your registration, which will help us to assure that the training meets your goals.

If you have any difficulties registering, please reach out to Jeff Gilbert, Partnership & Project Manager, at jgilbert@mlpb.health

A Day in the Life of a Community Health Worker
2022-08-24 11:00 - 13:00
A workshop for new CHWs or those looking to get hired

Register Here

August 24th, 11am-1pm

Virtual over Zoom

Are you beginning your journey as a Community Health Worker (CHW) or looking to get started? Attend this free, virtual workshop to hear from employed CHWs and ask questions of CHW employers. This two hour, interactive session will be facilitated by staff of the Rhode Island Parent Information Network and feature CHW and CHW employers from a variety of community agencies. Assistance with Spanish translation will be limited and will occur through the chat box feature.

Expect to:

Learn how to share your own personal story about coming to CHW workLearn about interviewing, resume building and onboarding processesHear from employed CHWs who work in a variety of workplacesHear from CHW employers about what they are looking for in CHW applicantsHave a ‘Question & Answer’ opportunity with CHWs and CHW employers; come with questions!

Register Here

Funded by the RI Department of Health and sponsored by CHWARI

“Un Día en la Vida de un Trabajador de Salud Comunitario”

Un taller para nuevos TCS o aquellos que buscan ser contratados

24de agosto, 2022 de 11am-1pmVirtual a través de Zoom

¿Estás comenzando tu viaje como Trabajador de Salud Comunitario (CHW) o estás listo para comenzar? Asiste a este taller virtual gratuito para escuchar a los TCS empleados y hacer preguntas a los empleadores de TCS. . Esta sesión interactiva de dos horas será facilitado por el personal del Rhode Island Parent Information Network, y ofrecido a CHW y varios empleadores de agencias de la comunidad de CHW.Espera lo siguiente:

Aprende cómo compartir tu historia personal cómo empezaste a ser un CHW.Aprenderás sobre los procesos de entrevistas, creación de currículums e incorporaciónEscucharas a los TCS empleados que trabajan en una variedad de lugares de trabajoEscucha de los empleadores de CHW y lo que están buscan en un candidato al aplicarTendrás la oportunidad de hacer “preguntas y obtener respuestas” con los empleadores de TCS; ¡Trae tus preguntas!

Regístrate aquí

Por favor, envía tus preguntas a joinchwari@gmail.com.Financiado por el Departamento de Salud de RI y patrocinado por CHWARI
