Supporting Documents
Introduction to CHWs
Download.pdfAn overview of Community Health Workers, their roles, and how they support individuals and communities.
Making a Case for CHWs
Download.pdfLearn how Community Health Workers improve outcomes, strengthen trust, and increase community engagement.
Why Should My Organization Hire CHWs?
Download.pdfExplore the benefits CHWs bring to healthcare, nonprofit, educational, and community-based organizations.
Organizations That Can Benefit from Hiring CHWs (Infographic)
Download.pdfAn infographic highlighting the different sectors and organizations that can benefit from CHW services.
Career Levels at a Glance
Download.pdfUnderstand the career progression, responsibilities, and experience levels of Community Health Workers.
Community Health Worker Skills Matrix
Download.pdfA framework outlining the competencies and skills expected at different CHW career stages.
Pathway to Becoming a CHW (Infographic)
Download.pdfAn infographic explaining common educational, professional, and experiential pathways into the CHW profession.
CHW Role Family Tree
Download.pdfExplore the various CHW roles and specialties within healthcare and community settings.
Revising Organizational Norms
Download.pdfGuidance for organizations seeking to create supportive environments for Community Health Workers.
CHWs as Effective Disrupters
Download.pdfLearn how CHWs challenge barriers and create positive change within health and community systems.
How to Evaluate CHW Work
Download.pdfBest practices and evaluation frameworks for measuring CHW impact and program success.
Best Practices: Ongoing Data Collection
Tools and recommendations for collecting and managing data throughout CHW programs.
CHWs and Protecting Client Data
Download.pdfGuidance on confidentiality, ethical data collection, and protecting client information.
Public Health + Public Safety: Integrating CHWs with Probation Officers
Download.pdfResearch examining the integration of Community Health Workers into probation and public safety settings.
Place-Based Care Policy Proposal
Download.pdfA policy proposal promoting community-centered, culturally responsive healthcare in Utah.
Resources for Community Health Workers
CDC.website- Community health workers (CHWs) can help people manage chronic diseases and get the health services they need by breaking down barriers to care related to social determinants of health.
- The resources on this page can support CHWs as they serve communities, and guide health care providers, health systems, community organizations, and others in working with CHWs more effectively.


