Rhode Island Hospital Transitions Clinic
Part-time, 20 hours
Prior Incarceration Preferred
Certification Preferred
2 Years Experience Required
Living or working in South Providence perferred

Summary:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) provides navigational case management and
home/community-based services to individuals recently released from
incarceration with chronic diseases including those affected by substance
misuse and/or behavioral health issues who are presently at or are referred to
the Transitions Clinic Program at the Rhode Island Hospital Center for Primary
Care in Providence RI. For this particular position the Research CHW will
focus on individuals with hepatitis C treatment initiated while incarcerated.

A
Community Health Worker is �a
frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an
unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting
relationship enables the CHW to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between
health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and
improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. A CHW also
builds individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and
self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach community
education informal counseling social support and advocacy.� (APHA CHW
Section)

Specifically
the role of the community health worker is to:

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Operate in a supportive role within an interdisciplinary health care team
utilizing an integrated care and treatment model.

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Provide peer outreach case management and navigational services to recently
released prisoners with chronic medical behavioral and substance use
conditions.

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Collaborate with the medical home- primary care (PCP) behavioral health and
social work providers to deliver interventions that will maximize patient
health outcomes.

–
Facilitate patients obtaining remaining hepatitis C medications from the Rhode
Island Department of Corrections encouraging adherence to medication
providing brief surveys to patients enrolled in a research study assist
patients in obtaining test-of-cure after completing their hepatitis C
treatment.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Under
supervision of the Justin Berk MD (PI) and with oversight from the Center
for Primary Care and Center for Health and Justice Transformation Transitions
Clinic teams the Transitions Clinic CHW is responsible for performing the
following essential job functions:

Recruits
patients to the Center for Primary Care�s Transitions Clinic Program by
conducting outreach activities at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections
Adult Correctional Institutions and in the community. This role will
function specific to research needs. 

Builds
trust with recently released chronically ill individuals with co-morbid
substance use and mental illness to provide support empowerment education and
case management services.

Advises
patients and others regarding health care and other community services
available to them; assists patients in utilizing services; makes follow-up
contacts when required.

Conducts
periodic assessments of patient�s physical activity dietary habits cigarette
smoking habits housing and employment status and social and economic
resources.

Educates
clients with chronic illness about evidence-based standards of care and
self-management of their chronic illness under the direction of CPC staff.

Educates
patients about the health care system appropriate sites of care and
self-navigation to help them build skills to become self-sufficient and manage
their health independently.

Documents
work with patients through appropriate record keeping that follows the clinic�s
policies and procedures; assists with gathering data relevant to program
evaluation as appropriate.

Operates
effectively in a multi-disciplinary clinical setting by participating regularly
in clinic program meetings and attending patient medical visits upon request.

Participates
in team meetings and assist as needed in any activities related to the clinic
or the Brown University Community Health Institute.

Serves
as liaison between the professional staff and the community; including
developing relationships with various stakeholders in the re-entry community.

May
transport ambulatory patients between their homes and clinics hospitals or
other social agencies and meet with patients at home in the hospital or in
community settings other than the Center for Primary Care.

Attends
ongoing training for community health workers.

Practices
clear effective consistent communication with clients and colleagues. 

Demonstrates
privacy and confidentiality meeting all related training and practice
requirements of the Brown University system.

Works
nights and weekends as required.

Assist
research participants with obtaining medications completing research surveys
and obtaining necessary blood work at Brown University Health labs.

Other
duties as assigned.

Other information:

QUALIFICATIONS
– EXPERIENCE:

Two
(2) years of verifiable experience providing information education
intervention and/or referral services to culturally diverse populations. Recent
experience (last 5 years) working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a
health care setting preferred.

Prior
incarceration preferred.

Community
Health Worker certification in Rhode Island preferred.

Experience
working with health care systems substance use treatment programs and/or
community-based organizations.

Experience
with motivational interviewing advising/counseling clients and/or
participating in health promotion and health education activities.

Excellent
verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent
organization thorough record-keeping follow through and ability to juggle
multiple priorities in fast-paced environment with multiple collaborators.

Demonstrated
excellent attendance and reliability.

Willingness
to travel to and work in various environments including prison/jail settings
street outreach home visits at SRO patient�s residence or homeless
encampment.

Basic
computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Valid
driver�s license and excellent driving record and reliable personal
transportation.

Experience
living or working in South Providence and experience working with formerly
incarcerated individuals LGBT individuals and/or people with severe mental
health issues preferred.

Prior
experience using an electronic health record preferred.

Connecting for Children & Families
Part-time, 8-10hrs/week
Woonsocket
Experience Working with Youth Required

CCF is seeking a part-time (8-10 hrs./wk.) Teen Outreach Program (TOP) Coordinator to implement the TOP program for middle and high school youth in Woonsocket, RI. 

Wyman Center’s TOP program is based on a life skills curriculum for students in grades 6-12 that promotes positive youth development, community service learning, and supportive relationships with adults.  In TOP, students develop social-emotional skills, build healthy relationships and community connections as well as gain a sense of purpose and develop leadership skills.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate TOP on a weekly basis after school during three, eight-week cycles during the school year for middle and high school youth.

Coordinate after school program activities and summer programming by integrating team building curriculum to promote positive outcomes on students’ social, emotional and physical development.

Guide students through the process of completing a community service learning project during the school year and summer.

Provide an emotionally supportive environment where students have a voice.

Work closely with Site Coordinators at the middle and high school level on afterschool programs, summer programs and other related school, service learning and community events. 

Participate in RI Department of Health’s TOP training. 

Recruit students to participate in TOP.

Administer online pre and post surveys to students participating in TOP.

Enter club and student data into Wyman Connect including lesson plan information, community service learning hours, and attendance on a weekly basis.

Submit monthly TOP reports as required by the RI Department of Health.

Represent Connecting for Children & Families at community/school meetings necessary for the grant. 

Requirements:

• Some college courses in Youth Development, Adolescent Health, Social Work or related field preferred 
• Experience working with middle and high school youth
• Must be a self-starter and have excellent organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

This position reports to:  Director, Out of School Time

Please send resume and cover letter to:  amarino@ccfcenter.org.

For more information on CCF, please visit ccfcenter.org

Connecting for Children and Families is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Connecting for Children and Families (CCF)
Full-time with benefits
Relevant Bachelor’s Preferred
Supervisory Experience Required

CCF is seeking a Site Coordinator to manage and oversee a 21^st Century Community Learning Center (21^st CCLC) out-of-school time program at our middle school site in Woonsocket, RI. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage an out-of-school time program for youth and other areas of organizational work essential to the effective and efficient operation of the program site.
• Collaborate with a wide-range of school and community partners to assess community needs and develop a system of support for youth and their families through high-quality afterschool opportunities.
• Coordinate afterschool and summer programming by integrating school curriculum to promote positive youth outcomes in academic achievement, social/emotional and physical development.
• Develop and administer program initiatives and policies in accordance with state and federal requirements.
• Monitor and implement quality improvement systems to ascertain accountability. 
• Supervise CCF staff (Family Engagement Coordinator, Program Assistant and Youth Worker) as well as teachers and program providers.
• Serve as a role model and develop positive relationships with youth.
• Work closely with school administrators and staff on afterschool and summer programs as well as other related school/community events.
• Maintain smooth program logistics including: room assignments, student attendance, snack distribution, program budget, transportation and database management.
• Administer provider contracts and invoices.
• Coordinate and run student showcases, field trips and family engagement activities.
• Cultivate existing and create new community partnerships to support and sustain program initiatives.  
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Attend organization wide special events such as quarterly meetings and staff retreat. 
• Represent CCF at a wide range of community/school meetings by participating in School Committee Meetings, School Improvement Team, PTO and Faculty Meetings.
• Organize and run an Advisory Committee for the program site.
• Collect data necessary for program evaluation activities.
• Assist with grant management and reporting.

Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Youth Development, Psychology, Social Work or related field preferred 
• Prefer 2+ years of experience managing afterschool/summer programming for middle school youth
• Must be a self-starter and have excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to supervise multiple staff 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Bilingual/Spanish a plus

This position reports to:  Director, Out of School Time

Please send resume and cover letter to:  amarino@ccfcenter.org.

For more information on CCF, please visit ccfcenter.org

Connecting for Children and Families is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Family Service Rhode Island
Full-time
Certification Required
Bilingual skills compensated above base pay

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. Provide Enhanced Case Management (ECM) to assist the family/youth to access necessary services to improve the quality of life.  Advocates for youth and family in navigating the child welfare system.

Qualifications:

• Community Health Worker Certification required; Bachelor degree preferred.
• Availability to work flexible schedule to meet the needs of families, including 2-3 late evenings weekly.
• 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 driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
• Ability to provide services in client’s 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.
• Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Continuing Education Requirements:

• As needed to maintain individual CHW certification and meet RI DOH standards.
• Participation in semi-annual and annual employee performance review process including development and review of professional/program goals and objectives.
• Other trainings as required by Rhode Island Department of Health.

Physical Requirements:

• Travel to and from clients’ residence, community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators.
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Don’t meet every single requirement?  Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity! 

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.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org
• Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for Community Health Worker, DCYF – CHT

Follow the direct link to apply: Community Health Worker. DCYF-CHT

Rhode Island Community Food Bank
Providence
Full-time, $45k
Bilingual Spanish Required
Bachelors or 3 Years Experience

Position Summary: The Community Outreach Coordinator works to increase access to SNAP and other federal and state social service programs through outreach and direct application assistance to underserved populations in Rhode Island.  The Community Outreach Coordinator finds innovative ways to increase the outreach capacity of our member agencies, providing technical assistance, including educational opportunities about state and federal assistance programs.  The person in this position provides program training and assistance to staff and volunteers of our member agencies and works as a team member to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and carry out the mission of the Food Bank.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.    Responsible for understanding local, state, and federal assistance programs for low-income individuals and families, including eligibility requirements and how to access programs. 

2.    Direct outreach, including:

a.    Conduct outreach work at Food Bank agencies and educate low-income individuals about SNAP benefits, administer pre-screenings, assist with application completion and follow-up.

b.    Educate staff and volunteers of Food Bank member agencies about ways to provide SNAP outreach and assistance at their food assistance program sites.   

c.    Develops and conducts outreach modules that address existing program barriers and provides direct assistance to guests, member agencies, and community partners.

d.    Delivers presentations on state and federal programs, as assigned.  Develops written materials, videos, displays, etc. following company and department branding.

3.    Provides information and quality referrals based upon a comprehensive understanding of food resources and other state food assistance programs. 

4.    Connects member agencies and their program guests with existing services through monthly resources. weekly eblast submissions, and other communication tools.

5.    Advocates to reduce barriers that hinder SNAP enrollment and attends state SNAP Advisory meetings.  Supports Food Bank legislative advocacy initiatives, as assigned.

6.    Participates in community meetings, collaborations, and forums to educate groups about state and federal programs, as assigned.

7.    Collaborates outreach efforts with Healthy Habits, Kids Cafe, and Agency Programs.

8.    Meets annual and monthly program metrics and collects data and produces reports for program development for the Food Bank, as assigned.

9.    Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

    A bachelor’s degree or three years related work experience or the equivalent.

    Three or more years of experience working in or with social service organizations.

    Bi-lingual verbal and written Spanish required.

    Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

    Experience in community outreach and advocacy.

    Ability to work with people from diverse social and ethnic backgrounds.

    Ability to communicate effectively when speaking and in writing using standard forms of professional and office communication.

    Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to assess issues and develop new strategies.

    High level facilitation skills and experience in customer service.

    High proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office environment (Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard office equipment.

    Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, deal with interruptions, and maintain focus on tasks while producing accurate work.

    Ability to make presentations and develop and deliver reports to a varied audience.

    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply

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See full job description at www.rifoodbank.org.  Send cover letter and resume to resumes@rifoodbank.org. No phone calls please. The RICFB is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Wood River Health
Hopkinton, RI
Full-time, $19 – $23 an hour with benefits!
Experience with Affordable Housing Required

Wood River Health is is now seeking a Community Health Worker! If you are looking for a great work environment with work/life balance and fantastic benefits, this is the place!

Not only do we offer a great work environment, our benefits are fantastic! Packages include a generous paid time off program, health insurance, flexible spending account, life insurance, retirement 403(b), work/life balance, tuition assistance, and much more!

Position Summary:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a member of an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, Behavioral Health Clinicians, Nurse Care Managers and Medical providers. The CHW 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. CHW 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. This position works collaboratively with the primary care team to promote patient-centered care and actively participates in multidisciplinary patient-centered team huddles. The CHW 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. 

Essential Duties include:

• Helping individuals, families, groups, and communities develop their capacity and access to resources, including health insurance, food, housing, quality care and health information
• Support individuals with housing needs, providing assistance with applications, case management of those in housing stabilization programs, and coordinate transitions into sustainable housing
• Facilitating communication and client empowerment in interactions with health care/social service systems
• Initiates outreach and successfully engages with patients, scheduling appointments and providing follow-up contact within designated timeframes
• Completes initial intake, including a comprehensive assessment of social needs, functional assessment of the patient in the home setting, and condition of the home if needed within designated timeframes
• Builds trusting relationship and serves as an advocate and mentor with the goal of empowering the patient to become more independent and self-sufficient
• Collaborates with nurse care managers, physicians, other care team members (Medical Assistants, Nurses, dental, behavioral health, etc.), hospitals, partner agencies, to improve patient care
• Work collaboratively in line with Health Equity Zone goals to positively impact populations in Washington County who are identified as at-risk
• Following WRH policies, obtain releases, gathers PHI from outside providers involved in patient care as needed and processes documents according to program requirements
• Within scope of CHW training, accompanies patients to doctor’s appointments, assists with food planning/shopping, completing forms for benefit applications, and assists with other tasks as needed that support their medical, behavioral health and social needs
• Educates patients on appropriate Urgent Visit and ED use
• Utilizes a multi-disciplinary team approach to address opportunities to plan and coordinate care
• Utilizes Motivational Interviewing skills and other patient engagement techniques with patients and caregivers
• Assists in the development of a patient care plan to include actions designed to improve the patient’s health status and remove the barriers that are preventing them from gaining access to high quality and timely primary/specialist care
• Leverages EMR/chronic disease registry reporting to prioritize patient follow-up
• Identifies and utilize culturally sensitive approaches and community resources
• Documents activities and communications in the patient chart
• Provides training to other team or practice staff as needed
• Acts as liaison to health plans, hospital, long-term care, BH specialists and home health representatives
• Works with HEZ partner organizations to improve transition of care and prevent avoidable ED visits for behavioral health
• Attends required training and collaborative sessions as scheduled
• Delivering health information using culturally appropriate terms and concepts
• Linking people to health care/social service resources
• Providing informal counseling, support, and follow-up
• Advocating for local health needs through meetings with patients over the phone or in person through community and home visits
• Providing health services, such as monitoring blood pressure and providing first aid within the scope of training
• Outreach patients in a timely manner, conduct home or community visits, and administer assessments to identify patient needs
• Maintain timely, accurate records, documentation, and reports as required
• Off-site travel will be required
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
• Operate within the scope of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act to safeguard the privacy of protected patient health information
• Enliven and support the mission, vision, and values of Wood River Health
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and Wood River Health Compliance Program Standards
• Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs

The ideal candidate will have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Social Work, Community/Public Health or related health sciences field a plus
• 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).
• Training and/or experience related to Affordable Housing, including understanding of eligibility
• The ability to travel to various locations is required. Must possess a valid, current State issued driver’s license, have reliable transportation and proof of current auto insurance at State minimum levels required.

Organization: Young Voices
Location: Providence
Full Time, $44,000 – $50,000
Experience with BIPOC Youth Required

Job Description

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About Young Voices

Young Voices is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works with predominantly BIPOC high school-aged youth from Providence, Pawtucket, Central Falls, and Cranston to fight for educational equity. Our year-round Leadership Transformation Academy (LTA) makes space for youth voice in legislation and policymaking to positively affect our schools, our state, and our world. Our programs ensure that youth hone essential skills such as networking and public speaking, preparing them for a postsecondary education as well as their future careers.

Position Summary

Young Voices is searching for an energetic and creative Program Coordinator to co-design and facilitate our afterschool program offerings in downtown Providence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a broad knowledge of current social justice issues and work collaboratively as a member of a five-person team to develop our year-round youth leadership curriculum. The Program Coordinator will provide support for building and maintaining community partnerships and regularly track progress to ensure all deliverables are being met in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the program team and youth to design, develop, and implement programming that builds authentic youth leadership opportunities within Young Voices.

Co-facilitate biweekly Leadership Transformation Academy (LTA) at our main site in downtown Providence.

Support youth to build skills in capacity building, power analysis, and direct advocacy for all Young Voices campaigns.

Input data including daily attendance, student information, and youth goal sheets.

Participate in weekly planning and evaluation meetings with the program team.

Co-design and facilitate the Summer Workforce Program with the program team.

Lead and support recruitment and retention efforts for all Young Voices programs.

Maintain and expand collaborative relationships with community partner organizations

Support all coalition-based policy projects with partner organizations.

Provide support for all Young Voices fundraising and special event efforts.

Maintain a positive work environment among staff and youth, practicing near-peer role modeling, reliability, and professionalism.

Foster an environment of inclusivity, diversity, acceptance, and affirmation among youth, families, and staff.

Commitment and Expectations

This is a primarily in-person position with some flexible WFH opportunities, conditional upon approval from the Program Manager.

Business hours are from Monday through Friday, 10AM – 6 PM. Afterschool programming occurs between 3:30PM – 5:30PM. All Program Coordinators are expected to be present in-person at least one hour before the start of program time.

Complete all required training and background checks as requested by partners.

Maintain active First Aid and CPR certifications.

Some required work on late nights, weekends, and overnights with ample notice.

Periodically transport youth to and from program space using company-owned vehicle.

Qualifications

Experience working with BIPOC youth between the ages of 13 and 19.

Experience with the design and delivery of leadership and/or advocacy workshops.

Experience with youth organizing and knowledge of the postsecondary landscape.

Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Yoruba, Haitian Creole) a plus.

Excellent time management and organization skills.

Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Compensation and Benefits 

Salary: $41,600 – $50,000

Annual cost of living adjustment

Vacation Days: 15 vacation days after the probationary period

PTO/Sick Days: 15 days

Federal Holidays: 11 days

Employee Health and Dental Insurance: 100% covered by Young Voices

403-B Plan: Young Voices matches up to 7.5% of annual salary

Professional Development Opportunities

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunity employer. People of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@youngvoicesri.org.

Community Care Alliance
Woonsocket, Part-time
Lived experience & Bilingual Preferred but not required

The Agape program is a drop-in center serving individuals living with HIV. The program provides case management, supports, and advocacy to people in this population. We are looking for a fun and engaging certified peer recovery specialist who demonstrates compassion through a person-centered approach.

This person will work one-on-one as a peer, as well as create and facilitate activities for clients to participate, and support staff wherever possible. This person is also expected to demonstrate abilities of a self-starter and be able to work independently as well as in a team setting. Lived experience and bilingual preferred but not required for this position.

To apply for this opening please visit our website to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.

About Us

Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

Military friendly employer!