The Community Health Worker (CHW) program provides training for participants to become Certified Community Health Workers (CCHW) through the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health.
CHWs act as liaisons between community members, healthcare, and social service providers. Possessing an in-depth understanding of their community’s experience, language, culture, and socioeconomic needs. CHWs also provide services, including outreach, advocacy, and care coordination. This program is available to residents of the 20-town region covered by The WorkPlace.
Upskilling workshops for existing Community Health Workers or Health Support Workers
Community Health Worker Core Competency Training for individuals with little to no experience
Advanced Core Competency Training for individuals with 1 year or more of experience
Transportation, childcare, and job placement assistance are provided to decrease barriers to career success. To learn about this opportunity, contact Rakiya Bello at [email protected] or call (203)-683-9582.
Community Health Workers (CHW) provide a range of services, including outreach, advocacy, and care coordination meaning the opportunities are endless. Here are some of the many career opportunities that await you as a CHW:
Learn about our amazing programs by attending an info session. There, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about our different programs and vendors. Info sessions are available on Zoom.
Carefully read the program requirements to determine your eligibility to participate. Once confirmed, a member of our staff will work with you to complete the application and begin the process of starting your career path journey.
Individuals completing the CHW program will receive a certificate of completion from the training provider. After completing 1000 hours of work experience in the CHW space, individuals can apply for CHW state certification through the State of CT Department of Public Health.
People interested in enrolling in the Academy will need to complete an application, an ISP, and sign the HCA handbook. To be eligible for enrollment, you must be a resident of one of the following towns:
Additionally, photos or color copies of the following documentation is required:
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CHW is a statewide program designed to educate participants to function as liaisons between community members and healthcare and social service providers. Training opportunities include upskilling workshops, core competency training for beginners, and advanced core competency training for those with one year or more of experience. The program offers supportive services like transportation, childcare, and job placement assistance.
You must have a HS diploma and live in the 20-town region that The WorkPlace, Inc. covers.
To learn about CHW opportunities, you can contact Rakiya Bello at [email protected] or call (203)-683-9582.
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