Community Health Worker, Partnering for Vaccine Equity

Employer: Family Service of Rhode Island
134 Thurbers Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
Contact: Jillian Sam
Phone: 4013311350

Email: samji@familyserviceri.org

Job Description

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community we serve in!


Position Summary:
The CHW will collaborate with community partners, stakeholders and residents 02905 to implement, host, expand and promote COVID -19 vaccination/boosters and influenza vaccination events in the community. CHW will also engage residents in dialogue about COVID-19 and influenza; address misinformation related to the vaccines/boosters and provide relevant literature and education on COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations. CHW will identify areas of need; ensuring referrals are made to the appropriately matched services. CHW will be required to attend all meetings related at P4VE as scheduled.


Qualifications:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Certified Community Health Worker, or working towards/eligible for certification.
Bilingual preferred
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Individuals from populations disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 residing in the 02905 zip code are strongly encouraged to apply.
Strong interpersonal and social skills with an ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals.
Ability to provide services virtually, in resident’s homes, and community locations.
Ability to have a flexible schedule to include evening shifts and occasional weekends.
Prior experience case management in/or community organizing preferred.
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!



About Us:
At Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI), we succeed by lifting others. Founded in 1892, our long history of non-profit service has always been tailored to meet the unique and ever-changing needs of the diverse Rhode Island community in which we serve. We have three offices located in Providence, but our employees provide impactful services state-wide. We are engaged, committed, and passionate about our work helping others, and care deeply about our mission to advance equity, opportunity, and hope in our communities.


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.

Requirements

Salary Levels

$19.00 - $23.00

Positions Available

There are 1 positions available at this time.

Application Period

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 through Friday, June 30, 2023