This study examined how a training programme helped US health departments plan for the long-term future of their community health worker (CHW) workforce. Twenty of the 22 participating teams completed at least half of the training, and 18 developed goals for keeping CHW programmes running beyond short-term funding. The training and a national summit helped participants better … [Read more...] about Shaping the Future: A CHW-Led Movement to Achieve Sustainability
Career advancement opportunities
Co-designing education with and for community health workers: creating a bridge to care
This paper describes an initiative in Ontario, Canada, that aimed to improve education and career opportunities for Community Health Workers (CHWs). Because CHWs have strong knowledge of their communities and help people overcome barriers to healthcare, the Bridge to Care Initiative worked with CHWs and other partners to develop training that reflects their role in healthcare. … [Read more...] about Co-designing education with and for community health workers: creating a bridge to care
Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Career Advancement and Job Satisfaction: Indiana, March-August 2024
A survey of 282 community health workers (CHWs) in Indiana found that many face burnout, limited opportunities for career growth, low pay, and a lack of professional recognition and workplace support. About half said they experienced burnout and considered leaving the profession regularly. Despite these challenges, many CHWs remained motivated by the positive impact they have … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Career Advancement and Job Satisfaction: Indiana, March-August 2024
“Community health workers bring value and deserve to be valued too:” Key considerations in improving CHW career advancement opportunities
The Center for Community Health Alignment (CCHA), within the Arnold School of Public Health at the University of South Carolina, conducted a mixed-methods study to provide a more in-depth understanding of the issues CHWs face in accessing career advancement opportunities. Data for this study was collected from the following four sources: qualitative data from the South Carolina … [Read more...] about “Community health workers bring value and deserve to be valued too:” Key considerations in improving CHW career advancement opportunities