What Do They Do?
What Do They Do?
Community health workers help individuals and communities adopt healthy behaviors, conduct outreach, promote health programs, provide resources and support, advocate for health needs, and collect data to identify community health needs. Community health workers are an important link between the patient and health care providers and with social service organizations.
Where Do They Work?
Where Do They Work?
Community health workers often work in health facilities, providing case management, education, and patient navigation, or in government and non-profits, offering community organization and preventive care. They typically serve underprivileged communities with limited health care access, financial resources, or language barriers. Community health workers usually come from the communities they serve.
How Much Do They Earn?
How Much Do They Earn?
Median annual salary: $53,482
Entry-level annual salary: $42,689
For More Information:
New York State Department of Labor Searchable Wage Database: https://dol.ny.gov/occupational-wages-0
Supply and Demand
Supply and Demand
Community health workers are expected to grow statewide by 23% between 2022 and 2032, with 1,237 average annual openings.
For More Information:
New York State Department of Labor Employment Projections: https://dol.ny.gov/employment-projections
Educational Requirements
Educational Requirements
Educational requirements for community health workers vary by location and roles.
For More Information:
National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW):
https://nachw.org/generalresources/networks-and-training-programs/
Licensure Requirements
Licensure Requirements
New York State does not license community health workers, and while training is available, it does not result in certification.
Education Programs
Education Programs
| Institution | Degree | City/Town | Region | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SUNY Schenectady County Community College | Certificate | Schenectady | Capital Region | Visit |
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | MPH | Brooklyn | New York City | Visit |
LaGuardia Community College CUNY | Certificate | Long Island City | New York City | Visit |
Kingsborough Community College CUNY | AS | Brooklyn | New York City | Visit |
Hostos Community College CUNY | Certificate | Bronx | New York City | Visit |
1199 SEIU Funds | Certificate | New York City | New York City | Visit |