Community Health Worker, Rhode to Equity

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

Email: samji@familyserviceri.org

Job Description

Receive a $500.00 Sign-on Bonus within 6 months of employment!

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


Position Summary: The position is co-located at Jenks Park Pediatrics office in Central Falls and a role that promotes equity and inclusion. The CHW will be responsible for actively engaging with families residing in Pawtucket and Central Falls, to identify areas of need by implementing Social Determinants of Health and other screening tools, and ensure referrals are made to the appropriately matched services. CHW will complete individual needs assessments in a variety of settings, including virtually when appropriate, on-site in offices, in resident homes, and in other community venues as appropriate. CHW will also provide individuals with PPE upon request, provide individuals with accurate, up to date COVID-19 prevention materials and connect individuals to community-based vaccination events. CHW is expected to complete home visit to support individuals as needed, and participate in the Pawtucket Central Falls Rhode to Equity project initiatives and attend community meetings when appropriate.


Qualifications:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Certified Community Health Worker, or ability to be certified within first 6 months of employment.
Bilingual in Spanish required.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Candidates from populations disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 residing in Pawtucket or Central Falls are strongly encouraged to apply.
Ability to document in and navigate an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
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 in behavioral health and/or case management preferred.
Bilingual skills are compensated!!


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

$18.00 - $23.00

Positions Available

There are 1 positions available at this time.

Application Period

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