Trans Topic Tuesdays

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional educ......More

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional education surrounding LGBTQIA+ populations. Target audiences include but are not limited to: healthcare providers and healthcare support staff, behavioural healthcare providers and their support staff, education professionals, government service persons, human services professionals, funders, LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones, and more. Register!

CHW Voices

For Leadership and Advocacy Join us!Zoom LinkThis link was updated on 9/19/24 CHW Voices participants can always expect to:  Meet other CHWs Contribute to policy discussionsStrengthen community connectionsJoin networking groupsKeep up to date on CHW newsDid you particip......More

For Leadership and Advocacy Join us!Zoom LinkThis link was updated on 9/19/24 CHW Voices participants can always expect to:  Meet other CHWs Contribute to policy discussionsStrengthen community connectionsJoin networking groupsKeep up to date on CHW newsDid you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024. Email questions here.  This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=RjVhT05jWmZjaHY1eWlobXdPMDk0UT09

Latinx CHW Support Group

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores L......More

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. La continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. Latinx CHW Support GroupThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do! Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW. Email Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. The continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.

Recertification & Specialties Application Workshop

See more workshop dates here! CHWARI would like to help you get re-certified and /or apply for RICB specialty endorsements like HIV, Older Adults and CVD/DM. These workshops are designed to answer questions and help you prepare your materials for submission to the RICB......More

See more workshop dates here! CHWARI would like to help you get re-certified and /or apply for RICB specialty endorsements like HIV, Older Adults and CVD/DM. These workshops are designed to answer questions and help you prepare your materials for submission to the RICB. We will answer general questions in the main group and then split into breakout rooms for re-certification vs specialties. See RICB official pages here: RecertificationHIV Specialty EndorsementSpecialty in Older AdultsCardiovascular Health & Diabetes Management (CVD/DM)If you have any questions, please email CHWARI’s Project Certification Specialist, Daniel Dodd, [email protected]. Register

Certification Application Workshop in English & Spanish

(See other dates here.) Learn How to Apply for Certification! Begin preparing your CHW application, including portfolio, for submission to the RI Certification Board. If you have already taken a Community Health Worker training and want guidance on applying for CHW cert......More

(See other dates here.) Learn How to Apply for Certification! Begin preparing your CHW application, including portfolio, for submission to the RI Certification Board. If you have already taken a Community Health Worker training and want guidance on applying for CHW certification in RI, this workshop is for you! This free virtual workshop will give advice, clarity and facts about preparing your portfolio. Please note: CHWARI does not provide the certification itself that authority resides with the RI Certification Board. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. “Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” – Wendy Sanchez, CCHW, Resident Services Manager, ONE Neighborhood Builders Certification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services, so register today! This workshop is open to those who: Have completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training, or who are currently enrolled in a training program that will result in meeting that requirement (having applied for such a training does not count)Are employed as CHWs or who have completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent yearsHave completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent yearsIf you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities. Register for this workshop ASAP! RegisterIf you have any questions, please email CHWARI’s Project Certification Specialist, Daniel Dodd, [email protected]. This FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.

Jornada de Capacitación y Reconocimiento

Ofrecida por el Centro de Innovación y Bienstar Esta reunión anual se ha convertido en un espacio valioso donde los Trabajadores Comunitarios de Salud Hispanos de todo el estado se reúnen para celebrar su trabajo esencial, fortalecer sus habilidades profesionales y cons......More

Ofrecida por el Centro de Innovación y Bienstar Esta reunión anual se ha convertido en un espacio valioso donde los Trabajadores Comunitarios de Salud Hispanos de todo el estado se reúnen para celebrar su trabajo esencial, fortalecer sus habilidades profesionales y construir redes significativas. Como parte del evento, ofreceremos un taller acreditado con 4 horas de Educación Continua, y el tema de este año será: “La defensa no comienza en la Casa de Gobierno… Comienza en la Comunidad” Una reflexión y llamado a la acción que destaca el papel vital de los Trabajadores Comunitarios de Salud como defensores que inician su labor a nivel local. Detalles del evento: Fecha: Sábado, 30 de agosto de 2025Hora: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Lugar: Hampton Inn PawtucketDirección: 2 George St, Pawtucket, RI 02860Costo: GratuitoFormulario de inscripciónhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mOd3aAJj6Cc6tIEj1SrOuD3ruR0PorWCCMpewNPDjp8/viewform Nota: El evento es para Trabajadores Comunitarios de Salud Hispanos y se realiza completamente en español. Annual Training and Recognition Day from Centro de Innovación y Bienstar This annual gathering has become a valued space where Hispanic Community Health Workers from across the state come together to celebrate their essential work, strengthen their professional skills, and build meaningful networks. As part of the event, we will offer a workshop accredited with 4 Continuing Education hours, and this year’s topic will be: “Advocacy Doesn’t Start at the State House… It Starts in the Community” A reflection and call to action highlighting the vital role of Community Health Workers as advocates starting at the local level. Event details: Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Location: Hampton Inn PawtucketAddress: 2 George St, Pawtucket, RI 02860Cost: Free of chargeRSVP form Note: The event is for Hispanic CHWs and is conducted entirely in Spanish.

Hampton Inn Pawtucket, 2 George Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, 02860, United States

Trans Topic Tuesdays

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional educ......More

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional education surrounding LGBTQIA+ populations. Target audiences include but are not limited to: healthcare providers and healthcare support staff, behavioural healthcare providers and their support staff, education professionals, government service persons, human services professionals, funders, LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones, and more. Register!

Curso BĂĄsico de Trabajador de la Salud Comunitaria

El Centro de InnovaciĂłn en Salud y Bienestar ofrecerĂĄ la prĂłxima sesiĂłn de su Curso BĂĄsico de Trabajador de la Salud Comunitaria a partir del martes 2 de septiembre de 2025. Este curso se imparte Ă­ntegramente en espaĂąol. Cumple con todos los requisitos de la Rhod......More

El Centro de InnovaciĂłn en Salud y Bienestar ofrecerĂĄ la prĂłxima sesiĂłn de su Curso BĂĄsico de Trabajador de la Salud Comunitaria a partir del martes 2 de septiembre de 2025. Este curso se imparte Ă­ntegramente en espaĂąol. Cumple con todos los requisitos de la Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB) y ofrece un total de 100 horas de EducaciĂłn Continua a travĂŠs de la Universidad Interamericana, lo que lo convierte en una excelente oportunidad para quienes buscan desarrollo profesional en el trabajo de salud comunitaria. Para obtener informaciĂłn sobre costos, dĂ­as y horarios de clases, las personas interesadas pueden inscribirse a travĂŠs del siguiente enlace: đ Formulario de InscripciĂłn Centro De InnovaciĂłn Salud y Bienestar will be offering the next session of their Basic Community Health Worker Course beginning on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.  This course is offered entirely in Spanish.  It meets all the requirements of the Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB) and provides a total of 100 hours of Continuing Education through the Interamerican University, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking professional development in community health work. For details regarding cost, class days, and times, interested individuals may register using the following link: đ Registration Form

Working with Schools to Support Youth Mental Health

About the class This 30-hour, hybrid training is offered by Rhode Island Collegeâs Institute for Education in Healthcare. It will prepare you to build effective partnerships to support student mental health in partnership with schools and families. Participants will le......More

About the class This 30-hour, hybrid training is offered by Rhode Island Collegeâs Institute for Education in Healthcare. It will prepare you to build effective partnerships to support student mental health in partnership with schools and families. Participants will learn about current issues, roles and responsibilities, laws, policies, and procedures, and practices that support strong working relationships between providers in and outside of schools. Participants will work together to develop shared understanding of the role of the various professionals and to develop and share practice strategies that can support their work with youth, families, and schools. Schedule: September 5th, Online Work beginsSeptember 12 (Friday) 9AM â 2PM â In Person at RICSeptember 17 (Wednesday) 5:30 â 8:30 PM â ZoomSeptember 19 (Friday) 9AM â 2PM â In Person at RICSeptember 24 (Wednesday) 5:30 â 8:30 PM â ZoomSeptember 26 (Friday) 9AM â 2PM â In Person at RICThis course is designed for individuals working in school-adjacent organizations that serve youth and/or families. Its content is also appropriate for undergraduate or graduate students in education or mental health fields who are interested in working in schools or with youth and families.  PDF Flyer Documented completion of this course would count as 30 training hours towards the Rhode Island Certification Boardâs Community Health Worker training requirement for certification and recertification.  Learn more!

Rhode Island College, 600 Mount Pleasant Street, Providence, RI, 02908, United States

Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

AtenciĂłn CCHWs Hispanohablantes La prĂłxima secciĂłn del Curso de Salud Mental y Trastornos por Uso de Sustancias del Centro de InnovaciĂłn Salud y Bienestar (impartido Ă­ntegramente en espaĂąol) comenzarĂĄ el sĂĄbado 6 de septiembre de 2025. El curso tiene una duraciĂ......More

AtenciĂłn CCHWs Hispanohablantes La prĂłxima secciĂłn del Curso de Salud Mental y Trastornos por Uso de Sustancias del Centro de InnovaciĂłn Salud y Bienestar (impartido Ă­ntegramente en espaĂąol) comenzarĂĄ el sĂĄbado 6 de septiembre de 2025. El curso tiene una duraciĂłn total de 30 horas, impartidas durante 6 sĂĄbados consecutivos de 9:00 a.âŻm. a 2:00 p.âŻm. Este curso cumple con todos los requisitos para obtener el Endoso en Salud Mental y Trastornos por Uso de Sustancias de la Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB). Para inscribirse y obtener informaciĂłn sobre el costo, las personas interesadas pueden utilizar el siguiente enlace: đ Formulario de InscripciĂłn Attention Spanish-Speaking CHWs! The next section of Centro De InnovaciĂłn Salud y Bienestarâs Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Course (taught entirely in Spanish) will begin on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The course has a total duration of 30 hours, held over 6 consecutive Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This course meets all the requirements for the Mental Health and Substance Use Endorsement from the Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB). To register and obtain information about the cost, interested individuals can use the following link: đ Registration Form