Top 2211 Health wellness Jobs in Worcester, Ma

Peer Support Worker
Kiva Centers —Worcester, MA
- From $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- English
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Recreational Activities Assistant - Full Time, every other weekend - Long-Term Care Facility (LTC)
Jewish Healthcare Center —Worcester, MA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- In-person
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Wellness Nurse ($4,000 SIGN ON BONUS) The Residence at Orchard Grove
LCB Senior Living, LLC —Shrewsbury, MA
- $35 - $41 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Nursing
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Recreation Director
Whitney Place and Beaumont Northborough —Northborough, MA
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
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Scientist 1
Pace Analytical Services —Westborough, MA
- $20.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Cleaning
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER
City of Worcester —Worcester, MA
- $71,296 - $93,378 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Administrative Coordinator OHS Grafton
Tufts University —Grafton, MA
- $27.85 - $38.50 an hour
- HIPAA
- English
- Research
Adventure / Wellness Teacher
Christa McAuliffe Charter School —Framingham, MA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Outdoor work
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Program Manager for Student Wellbeing and Success
Clark University —Worcester, MA
- $55,530 - $68,150 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Behavioral Health Technician
Guidelight Health —Worcester, MA
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Wellness Concierge
Release Well-Being Center, Inc —Westborough, MA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Activity Assistant
West Side House —Worcester, MA
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Gym membership
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Activities Director, Assisted Living
Benchmark Senior Living —Worcester, MA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Case Manager- Metro West
VITRA Health —Worcester, MA
- $29 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Research Technician I
Charles River Laboratories —Worcester, MA
- $24.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Home Care Scheduler - Full-Time
Guardian Angel Senior Services —Worcester, MA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Home Health
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Mental Health Counselor
MCPHS —Worcester, MA
- $70,900 - $78,800 a year
- Temporary
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- HIPAA
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Engagement Specialist (Health Coach)
Senscio Systems —Gardner, MA
- $52,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Veterinary Receptionist (PT)
Veterinary Urgent Care Center Worcester —Worcester, MA
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Customer Care Retention Specialist
Insulet Corporation —Acton, MA
- $26.33 - $39.49 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Smartphone
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Peer Support Worker

Kiva Centers -
Worcester, MA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
From $22 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid time off
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Teamwork
English
High school diploma or GED
Problem-solving
Clinical confidentiality policies
Time management

Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Interested in a rewarding career opportunity supporting others through their most challenging times? Are you someone who has lived experience with trauma, substance use recovery, or mental health and want to share your experiences with others on their healing journey? Are you a great listener and communicator? If you answered “yes,” then this position may be a fit for you.

The Peer Respite Advocate (PRA) will support the daily operations of the Peer Run Respite. They offer peer support for each guest. The PRA is available to instill hope, support wellness and demonstrate that healing is a self-determined process. PRA model and utilize trauma informed techniques and tools, help guests set goals and engage in community and social events.

The purpose of Peer Respite is to support individuals experiencing emotional distress and other life challenges while avoiding hospitalization or other, more invasive interventions. The PRA will offer trauma-informed peer support that is directed by the core values of the recovery and survivor movements and the mission of Kiva Centers. The PRA will operate with the ultimate goal of empowering each individual to find their own path to self- healing. To that end, they may offer direct support in a variety of ways and settings, including peer support and assistance with forms at Kiva Centers, other community locales, in-home visits, group facilitation and phone support. The specific duties held as a Peer Respite Advocate may vary depending on the type of work performed (group vs. individual, etc.).

REQUIREMENTS

o Applicants must have lived experiences with trauma, substance use/addictions recovery, and/or mental health/psychiatric diagnosis

o Access to reliable transportation (with access to your own vehicles preferred)

o Honesty, respect for diversity, high personal standards, language, and behaviors reflecting such values.

o Demonstrated ability to recognize the need for and facilitate connections between consumers and the community

o Understanding of available community supports

o Working knowledge of confidentiality requirements related to records pertaining to Department of Mental Health

o Must have good time management skills and be self-directed

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

o Role Modeling & Leadership

o Share their own recovery story, including points of self-empowerment and successful community living, in group and/or individual support settings

o Model coping, self-help and self-advocacy that include trauma informed techniques and tools as outlined in:

■ Wellness Recovery action Plan (WRAP)

■ Intentional Peer Support (IPS)

■ Trauma Informed Peer Support (TIPS)

■ Alternatives to Suicide (ATS)

o Represent the Kiva Centers’ community in a positive light

o Promote engagement and the empowerment of the KIVA CENTER community in taking ownership of Kiva Centers’ growth and support offered

o Advocacy

o Upon the request of the individual supported, the Peer Respite Advocate will offer support and advocacy in the treatment settings such as ISP meetings

o Empower the individual supported in any complaint filing processes and will act as an advocate as needed

o Information Sharing

o Share personal experience and encourage mental health wellness and recovery

o Share information about all community resources, including other peer-run groups, housing and benefit resources, and community events

o Remain up to date on current resources and knowledge of the recovery movement by attending trainings and readings related articles and/or books as available

o Work with the Kiva team to help get the word out about the Kiva Center to other providers and people in the community

o Take part in building the Kiva Centers’ database of information and resources

o Collaboration

o Be available to provide consultation and/or training to individuals in the community or working in traditional treatment settings

o Assist in connection to mental health services, community resources, entitlements, and other services as needed

o Participate in Kiva Centers meetings as scheduled and take part in determining the overall direction and policies of Kiva Centers

o Support

o Offer support for guests during interview, introduction, arrival, and departure

o Prioritize creating and supporting a welcoming atmosphere.

o Prioritize openness and helpfulness and will avoid saying “I don’t know,” without following up or offering opportunities to brainstorm together

o Offer trauma-informed support in a variety of settings and by using listening skills and empowering the individual supported in problem solving skills as needed

o Offer support to the individual as needed to connect with other supports in their community, including, in some cases-visiting other resources with the individual to them get acquainted

o Offer practical supports including support with transformation and other tasks as needed

o General

o Value the individual’s right to privacy and keep information confidential within the team

o Complete administrative tasks as required including timesheets, documentation, etc.

o Work cooperatively PRR team and maintain clear, honest, and respectful communication with team members

o Respond to requests for information and phone calls in a timely fashion

o Transport guests to store or appointments when needed, using personal car

o Help maintain a clean, safe and secure environment. Some cleaning duties are assigned

o Manage downtime with Guest and Peer Run Respite program focused activities and duties

o Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

o High School Diploma

o CPS or ability to pass within a year of hire

o Lived experience with trauma, mental health, or substance abuse

o Basic knowledge of community support services/resources

o Minimum two years in recovery from acute care environment

o Completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training

PREFERRED SKILLS

o Bilingual English/Spanish

o Experience in Advocacy or Peer Support

o Experience working with non-profit organizations

o Understanding of recovery vs. illness-based system

ABILITIES

o Ability to act as an advocate and empowering individuals to take leadership in their own recovery

o Ability and willingness to share own recovery story in an open and skillful manner

o Able to delineate behaviors behind values of critical care and recovery (preferred)

PERSONAL QUALITIES

o Sense of humor; works well with a team

o Professional demeanor

o Safe and approachable, including when under pressure

o Respectful of and compassionate toward other people’s thoughts, behaviors, ideas, and needs

o Self-aware and able to take responsibility for own mistakes, successes, weaknesses, and strengths, as well as being able and willing to seek support when needed

o Optimistic and confident in approach and outlook

o Curious about and open to all perspectives, with a focus toward keeping up to date with information about Peer Support and developments in the Recovery movement

o Honesty, respect for diversity, high personal standards, language, and behaviors reflecting such values

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

o Ability to frequently or occasionally lift between 10-35 lbs

o Ability to use office equipment

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

o Kiva Centers offers equal opportunities for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.

BENEFITS

o In accordance with the organization’s written personnel policies.

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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health wellness jobs in worcester, ma

Peer Support Worker

Recreational Activities Assistant - Full Time, every other weekend - Long-Term Care Facility (LTC)

Wellness Nurse ($4,000 SIGN ON BONUS) The Residence at Orchard Grove

Recreation Director

Scientist 1

PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM MANAGER

Administrative Coordinator OHS Grafton

Adventure / Wellness Teacher

Program Manager for Student Wellbeing and Success

Behavioral Health Technician

Wellness Concierge

Activity Assistant

Activities Director, Assisted Living

Case Manager- Metro West

Research Technician I

Home Care Scheduler - Full-Time

Mental Health Counselor

Engagement Specialist (Health Coach)

Veterinary Receptionist (PT)

Customer Care Retention Specialist

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