Community Health Team-Community Health Worker
About The Position
The Trauma Systems Therapy- Community Health Worker 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. Provide Enhanced Case Management (ECM) to assist the family/youth to access necessary services to improve the quality of life. Advocates for youth and family in navigating the child welfare system.
Requirements
- Community Health Worker Certification required.
- Availability to work flexible schedule to meet the needs of families, including 2-3 late evenings weekly.
- Ability to complete training and meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 6 months of employment.
- 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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor degree preferred.
- Spanish bilingual preferred.
- Prior experience in behavioral health and/or crisis intervention preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct screenings and individual needs assessments in family homes and other community venues.
- Engage clients, implement screening tools, and identify areas of need.
- Develop action plans and ensure referrals are made to appropriately matched services.
- Provide ongoing support and monitoring.
- Provide Enhanced Case Management (ECM) to assist families/youth in accessing necessary services.
- Advocate for youth and families in navigating the child welfare system.
Benefits
- health
- dental
- work life benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
