Community Health Workers advocate for residents' needs with healthcare providers and social service organizations. They implement wellness strategies by collecting data and discussing health concerns with members of specific populations.
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- Community Health Workers
Human Services
What do they typically do
- Discuss health concerns with community members
- Educate people about the importance and availability of healthcare services, such as cancer screenings
- Provide basic health services such as first aid, diabetic foot checks, and height and weight measurements
- Collect data to help identify community needs
- Report findings to health education specialists, healthcare workers, or social service providers
- Provide informal counseling and social support
- Conduct outreach programs
- Make referrals, provide transportation, and address other barriers to healthcare access
- Advocate for individual and community needs
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +2.2%
Job Openings 2
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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Change 3