Cedar Intern

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC • Providence, RI

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About The Position

The Cedar Intern participates in home visits with Community Health Workers to complete Needs Assessments, Family Care Plans, health screenings, and coordination of care. This unpaid internship is intended for an undergraduate interested in learning about Family Home Visiting programs, care coordination, and special healthcare needs. It offers hours toward credit-awarding programs. Duration and hours are flexible based on student needs and may be adjusted to meet degree-program and credit requirements in coordination with the Program Director and program needs.

Requirements

• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment while meeting deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and follow-up skills.
• Proactive problem prevention and issue-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual or ASL skills; the posting says these are compensated by an additional 6% above base pay.
• Multilingual skills; the posting says these are compensated by an additional 8% above base pay.

Responsibilities

• Shadow program staff based on the student’s learning requirements and interests.
• Assist with coordination of care for clients and providers, including locating resources, making referrals, and communicating with providers.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and updated program materials.
• Assist with community outreach and engagement activities.
• Participate in home visits with Community Health Workers to complete Needs Assessments, Family Care Plans, health screenings, and coordination of care.

Benefits

• Unpaid internship opportunity for hours toward credit-awarding programs.
• Internship duration and hours are flexible based on student needs and credit requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed