Community Health Worker-HEZ

East Bay Community Action Program•Warren, RI

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Community Health Worker Be the Bridge Between Your Community and Better Health EBCAP | Warren, RI About This Opportunity Imagine being the person someone remembers years later as the one who helped them find the healthcare they needed, connected their family to critical resources, or simply listened when no one else would. That's the power of a Community Health Worker. EBCAP serves as the backbone organization for Health Equity Zones across East Providence, Bristol, and Warrenand we're looking for a passionate community connector to join our Family Development team. This isn't a desk job. This is about showing up where people are: at parks, food pantries, libraries, community centers, and local gathering spaces, building trust one conversation at a time.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree in social science, public health, or related field is a plus)
At least 1 year of community engagement or outreach experience
Comfort with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Community Health Worker certification through the RI Certification Board OR the ability to obtain it within 12 months
Deep roots or strong connections in East Providence, Bristol, or Warren communities
Natural warmth that makes people feel comfortable asking for help
The ability to work independently out in the community while staying connected to your team
Strong organizational skills and attention to follow-through
Physical stamina to be on your feet, navigate community spaces, and lift up to 25 pounds
Reliable transportation to bring materials and resources where they're needed

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/bicultural representing the populations we serve (Spanish, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole)
Lived experience navigating health or social service systems
Existing relationships within local communities

Responsibilities

Meet People Where They Are (50% of your time)
Take EBCAP and Health Equity Zone services directly into the communitysetting up at farmers markets, schools, senior centers, local businesses, and anywhere people naturally gather
Build genuine relationships with individuals and families, becoming a trusted advocate who helps break down barriers to health and wellbeing
Create warm handoffs to services and resources, walking alongside community members until they feel confident navigating systems independently
Document your impact through our client database to help us prove what works
Connect the Dots (35% of your time)
Collaborate across healthcare, behavioral health, and social services to create seamless pathways to care
Participate in strategic meetingsfrom our HEZ Steering Committee to the Opioid Settlement Task Forcewhere your community insights will shape program decisions
Stay current on resource changes so you're always equipped to guide people to the right support at the right time
Combat social isolation by linking people to health services, support groups, and community connections
Drive Innovation (15% of your time)
Support grant-funded initiatives by developing educational materials, facilitating community programs, and planning events
Build a comprehensive resource inventory that becomes the go-to guide for our entire team
Jump in to support EBCAP programs like our food pantry when extra hands mean better service
Bring your ideas to the tablewe're building something special, and your voice matters