How do they match: Community Health Workers

  • Advise clients or community groups on issues related to diagnostic screenings, such as breast cancer screening, pap smears, glaucoma tests, or diabetes screenings.
  • Collect information from individuals to compile vital statistics about the general health of community members.
  • Distribute flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of a targeted community.
  • Interpret, translate, or provide cultural mediation related to health services or information for community members.
  • Maintain updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms, or related information.
  • Perform basic diagnostic procedures, such as blood pressure screening, breast cancer screening, or communicable disease screening.
  • Teach classes or otherwise disseminate medical or dental health information to school groups, community groups, or targeted families or individuals, in a manner consistent with cultural norms.

  • Collect information about community health needs.
  • Help clients get needed services or resources.
  • Interpret cultural or religious information for others.
  • Lead classes or community events.
  • Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information.