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Children's Friend

Infant/ Toddler Teacher

Pawtucket, RI · On-site

$46K - $51K/yr

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Implement engaging curriculum aligned with Head Start performance standards and DCYF licensing requirements * Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development * Observe and ...

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What is a dcyf?

A DCYF job refers to a position within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, a government agency responsible for child welfare, juvenile rehabilitation, and early learning services. Employees in DCYF roles work to protect children, support families, and provide resources for at-risk youth. Job positions vary and may include social workers, case managers, and program specialists. These roles typically involve assessing family situations, coordinating services, and ensuring the well-being of children under state care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the dcyf position, and why are they important?

To excel in a DCYF (Department of Children, Youth, and Families) role, candidates need a strong background in social work, child welfare, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and state licensure. Familiarity with case management systems, state child protection regulations, and documentation tools is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations make a significant difference. These competencies are essential to ensure the safety, well-being, and positive development of children and families served by the department.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working at dcyf?

Professionals at DCYF often encounter emotionally complex cases involving at-risk children and families, requiring effective decision-making and resilience under pressure. Managing high caseloads, navigating intricate state regulations, and ensuring accurate documentation can also be demanding aspects of the job. However, strong support systems, ongoing training, and teamwork help staff manage these challenges and provide quality service. Prospective employees should be prepared for fast-paced environments and a commitment to advocacy and positive change in children's lives.

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Community Health Worker, DCYF Caring Dads

Family Service of Rhode Island

Providence, RI • On-site

$22 - $30.02/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!
Position Summary: The CHW will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support referrals to the Caring Dads program. CHW is responsible for engaging and providing extensive Case Management for referred Fathers; assist with completing Intake documents; Social Determinants of Health and other screening tools; identifying areas of need; ensuring referrals are made to appropriately matched services. CHW will co-facilitate specialized 17-week group intervention meetings for referred Fathers aimed to promote healthy family interaction, active listening, child centered parenting, and foster non-abusive, co-parenting relationships. Additionally, the CHW will serve as the "Mother Contact" connecting with the identified partner to discuss Caring Dads program components, complete a Social Determinants of Health screening as needed, identify needs and ensure referrals are made to the appropriately matched services and provide ongoing support and monitoring as needed.
Qualifications:
• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Community Health Worker Certification preferred
• Ability to meet all requirements to be certified as a Community Health Worker within the first 12 months of employment
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese preferred
• Strong interpersonal and social skills with an ability to collaborate with a variety of community based organizations, coalitions and stakeholders
• Prior experience in group facilitation, victim advocacy, domestic violence offenders and/or crisis intervention preferred
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of parents and children, as survivors of Domestic Violence
• Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member
• Ability to provide services at agency sites, community locations, and virtually as required
• Ability to have a flexible schedule to include some evenings
• Must pass RI BCI, National Fingerprint & DCYF CANTS check
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Physical Requirements:
This position requires agency and community visits, employees in this position must have the ability to:
• Travel to and from community locations and agency sites, 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!
We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.
Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.
Join our FAMILY today!
Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI's diverse and inclusive teams - working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.
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.
FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.

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