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Peer Survivor Specialist, State Go Team

Company Name
Family Service of Rhode Island
Remote Position
No
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Rhode Island

POSITION TITLE: Peer Survivor Specialist, State Go Team 

PROGRAM: State Go Team 

FULL TIME: 40 hours per week S

SALARY RANGE: $19.00 - $23.62 Hourly

Summary: This position supports survivors of violent crime and their families encountered through FSRI’s law enforcement/social service co-response GO TEAMS®. Following the incident, provides emotional support, advocacy, assistance locating individualized supports, and assistance with criminal justice system navigation. The work of this position is informed by a unique perspective through shared lived experience.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma required; Associate’s Degree or higher in human/social service field preferred.
  • Lived experience required.
  • Community Health Worker Certification highly desirable
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. FSRI values staff with bilingual language capacity and familiarity with the local community they will be serving. FSRI includes pay incentives for bilingual staff.

Physical Requirements:

  • This position requires a mix of office-based and community visit work. Employees in this position must have the ability to travel to and from office sites and community locations which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators.
  • Possession of valid drivers’ license, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance required.
  • Employees must also have the ability to lift up to 20lbs.

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 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.

HOW TO APPLY: · Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org · Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for Peer Survivor Specialist, State Go Team · Follow the direct link to apply: Peer Survivor Specialist, State Go Team

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Application Email/URL
https://www.familyserviceri.org/careers/