Many CHWs often are compensated with project-based funds. This leaves their vital work vulnerable to shifting priorities. Federal agencies including HHS’ OMH and non-federal partner entities are working to integrate CHWs strategies for healthy communities.
Some activities of the workgroup collective include:
- Support CHW recruitment, retention, and career advancement.
- Help non-CHW health officials understand the roles/duties of CHWs.
- Increase public awareness about the CHW profession.
Listed below are the federal agencies and offices working to expand CHW recruitment, retention, and career support.
Federal Agencies and Offices Working to Expand CHW Engagement
- Administration for Community Living (ACL)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS)
- Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA)
- Indian Health Service (IHS) National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE)
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH)
- Office of Minority Health (OMH HHS)