Authors: Mariah Cowell Mercier, Emily J Salisbury, Linsey A Belisle
This study looked at adding a Community Health Worker (CHW) to a probation team that supports women. Interviews with staff and clients showed that CHWs helped by guiding clients, sharing the workload, and being a trusted support. Clients felt more supported in both personal and professional areas. The findings suggest that including CHWs, especially those with lived experience, can reduce stress for staff and better meet client needs.
Link: Public Health + Public Safety: Integrating Community Health Workers with Probation Officers to Improve Service Delivery for Justice-Involved Women
Resource Topic: CHW Role
Resource Type: Qualitative
Year: 2025
Region: North America (U.S. and Canada)
Country: United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: Yes