Community Health Workers

Community Health Workers (CHWs) are frontline public health workers who assist in improving quality of care and breaking down cultural barriers to treatment. CHWs bridge the gap between people in need of care and care providers – and as members of the community they serve, they help build trust and open lines of communication. A CHW may go by many titles, including: Community Health Representative, Community Health Advisor, Health Coach, Family Advocate, Health Educator, Liaison, Outreach Worker, Patient Navigator, Public Health Aide, Patient Care Coordinator and Promotores de Salud. Likewise, CHWs work in a wide variety of settings that may include hospital systems, non-profit and faith-based organizations, public and private clinics, educational systems, learning extension centers, public agencies or even serving clients within their homes.

As a CHW, you will make an impact locally

• You will help your neighbors address high-priority chronic conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, mental health and obesity.
• You will help reduce health disparities and enhance health equity.
• You will help improve clinical outcomes for patients.
• You will join a network of amazing students, graduates, instructors and employers already serving in our communities.
• You will help fill an “In-Demand Occupation” as designated by the Office of Workforce Development in the state of Ohio.