Authors: Pearl A. McElfish, Sara Sorrell, Luis Paganelli Marin, Judy Pile, Anna Huff, Bonnie Faitak, Sarah Moore, Amy Ayala, Sergio Bonilla, Carolina N. Vargas, Manuel E. Tejada, Nicole Thornton, Krista Langston
This study explored what helps or prevents community health workers from being successfully integrated into clinical care teams. Surveys and group discussions with community health workers in Arkansas showed that many felt supported, but several factors affected how well integration worked. These included having clear roles, understanding community needs, good communication with supervisors, supportive onboarding, and strong teamwork with other staff. The findings suggest that health organizations can strengthen community health worker programs by improving role clarity, communication, and collaboration within clinical teams.
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Resource Topic: CHW programs
Resource Type: Mixed Methods
Year: 2026
Region: North America (U.S. and Canada)
Country: United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: No