This study looked at whether community health workers could help people receiving treatment for substance use problems stay connected to care after leaving hospital or residential treatment. It followed 865 Medicaid patients, with about two-thirds receiving support from community health workers. People who worked with a community health worker were more likely to receive … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Intervention to Decrease Substance Use Disorder Readmissions in Medicaid-Enrolled Adults
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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 Worker Motivation in the U.S.: A Descriptive Qualitative Research Study
This study explored what motivates Community Health Workers (CHWs) in the U.S. and what affects their job satisfaction and career growth. CHWs said their personal experiences and desire to improve the health of their communities strongly motivated them to do the work. Although they faced challenges such as high community needs and limited resources, they often felt confident … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Motivation in the U.S.: A Descriptive Qualitative Research Study
Training community health workers to address social isolation in older adults through a quality improvement project
This project tested a short training programme to help Community Health Workers (CHWs) support older adults experiencing social isolation. After the two-hour training, CHWs reported better knowledge and confidence, and these improvements continued for at least two months. They also began using the strategies in their regular work to connect older adults with community and … [Read more...] about Training community health workers to address social isolation in older adults through a quality improvement project
Establishing a County-Level Community Health Worker Credentialing and Role Standardization Policy in Philadelphia and Chester County
This policy brief examines why Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Pennsylvania often depend on short-term funding and are not fully integrated into healthcare systems. It proposes a simple county-level system for training, recognizing, and registering CHWs in Philadelphia and Chester County, which could make it easier for Medicaid programs to pay for their services. The … [Read more...] about Establishing a County-Level Community Health Worker Credentialing and Role Standardization Policy in Philadelphia and Chester County