Maia Ingram, Andi Medrano, Dolores Encinas, Lee Itule-Klasen, Gloria Coronado, Maria Esparza, Rodrigo Valenzuela Cordova, Jax Seline, Raleigh C Addington, Ada M Wilkinson-Lee
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A Case Study of CHW Integration in Two Health Departments in Southern Arizona.
The objective of our participatory case study of community health worker (CHW) integration was to describe the role of CHWs in two local health departments (LHDs). Study partners co-developed an interview guide based on an existing framework. Fourteen staff participated in interviews. CHWs build community trust for LHDs, provide LHD core services, identify community concerns and priorities, and address social determinants of health. Integration barriers include hiring protocols, lack of understanding of the CHW role, inadequate compensation, and sustainable funding. The study identified key factors for an integration process that promotes the effectiveness, wellbeing, and sustainability of the workforce.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Ambulatory Care Management is a PEER-REVIEWED journal that provides timely, applied information on the most important developments and issues in ambulatory care management.