core skills

Community health workers (CHWs) are revolutionizing the community healthcare landscape by providing essential health services to underserved communities. Despite their pivotal role, these healthcare champions often face a range of complex challenges. CHWs must be equipped with robust capacity building skills to overcome these hurdles. That’s why you’ll learn about the importance of capacity-building skills …

The Importance of Community Health Worker Capacity Building Skills Read More »

Community health workers (CHWs), peer advocates, community health representatives (CHRs), and others with similar titles need to understand the essentials of advocacy and develop these fundamental skills. This critical skill lets them successfully communicate with decision-makers is essential in order to help people access the care they need. This guide will do a deep dive …

Advocacy Skills for CHWs: An Overview Read More »

A peer worker, sometimes called a peer support worker, has a lot in common with community health workers (CHWs). They’re both roles that help clients based as trusted peers and can aid them on the road to a healthier life. It’s best to hire the right person with the right skills for a CHW or …

Peer Worker Core Competencies Read More »

Can you think back to your first day at your job? The people and resources that greeted you likely made a difference in your experience. They also influenced how well you adapted to your new role in those early days. Similarly, community health workers need a well-thought-out welcome pack to succeed in their service. And …

Remote Onboarding Guide for CHWs Read More »