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Community Health Worker
Career Overview
Community Health Workers help people by collecting data to identify the communities needs. They often educate people on the available resources and provide basic health services.
As a community health worker, you will help some of the most marginalized groups of people in the healthcare system. You will often go outside of your comfort zone and find unique ways to relate to, and help each individual.
Skills & Qualities
Successful professionals in this field typically have:
Work at a desk
Work outside
Interact with people
Constant travel
Interested in this career path?
Requirements
Short-term training
Employers may require: - "Certified Health Education Specialist." Offered by National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc - "Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist." Offered by Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education
How much might I earn?
As you gain more experience and certifications, your wages in this job can increase over time.
1
Entry Level
$19 - $21/hrRight after Training
After completing your training program and any necessary certifications.
2
Experienced
$27 - $31/hrExperienced Professional
Able to work more independently, with more advanced skills and responsibility.
