Urban League of Rhode Island
Community Health Worker, First Connections
Urban League of Rhode Island, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Community Health Worker, First Connections
Employer: Family Service of Rhode Island
Thurbers Ave
Providence, RI 02906
Contact: Genesis Fuentes
Phone: 401-492-7583
Email: Fuentesge@familyserviceri.org
Job Description FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!
Position Summary CHW 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.
Specific Responsibilities
Participate with FC team in conducting a full needs assessment utilizing RI DOH standardized tools.
Determine with parent a family plan that addresses current identified needs.
Link and refer individuals/families to appropriate culturally relevant resources and informal supports within their community.
Provide coordinated care and monitoring through contact with individuals, families, medical entities, community providers and referral sources.
Build and maintain positive, working relationships with medical entities, community organizations and service providers.
Teach self-advocacy skills.
Complete all RI DOH and Family Service paperwork including evaluations and written documentation of all communications with families, physicians, referral sources, community partners, etc.
Complete all documentation in accordance with agency standards and within established guidelines and timeframes.
Participate in ongoing reflective supervision with FC supervisor as scheduled.
Other duties as assigned or requested by supervisor or director.
Qualifications
Community Health Worker Certification required; Bachelor degree preferred.
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.
Experience working with young children and their families.
Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
Bilingual/ASL 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!
Benefits We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
Application Period Thursday, December 04, 2025 through Saturday, February 28, 2026
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Job Description FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!
Position Summary CHW 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.
Specific Responsibilities
Participate with FC team in conducting a full needs assessment utilizing RI DOH standardized tools.
Determine with parent a family plan that addresses current identified needs.
Link and refer individuals/families to appropriate culturally relevant resources and informal supports within their community.
Provide coordinated care and monitoring through contact with individuals, families, medical entities, community providers and referral sources.
Build and maintain positive, working relationships with medical entities, community organizations and service providers.
Teach self-advocacy skills.
Complete all RI DOH and Family Service paperwork including evaluations and written documentation of all communications with families, physicians, referral sources, community partners, etc.
Complete all documentation in accordance with agency standards and within established guidelines and timeframes.
Participate in ongoing reflective supervision with FC supervisor as scheduled.
Other duties as assigned or requested by supervisor or director.
Qualifications
Community Health Worker Certification required; Bachelor degree preferred.
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.
Experience working with young children and their families.
Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
Bilingual/ASL 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!
Benefits We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
Application Period Thursday, December 04, 2025 through Saturday, February 28, 2026
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