States are working to sustain and expand the community health worker (CHW) workforce as federal COVID-19 funding ends. Many are exploring long-term financing solutions, particularly through Medicaid, to ensure continued access to CHW services. Policymakers are collaborating with CHWs and stakeholders to strengthen training, certification, and funding strategies. This NASHP’s … [Read more...] about Trends in State Policies That Support the Community Health Worker Workforce
CHW Motivation
The Impact of Rural Alimentation on the Motivation and Retention of Indigenous Community Health Workers in India: A Qualitative Study
This study explored how access to local, traditional food influences the motivation and retention of Indigenous community health workers (CHWs) in rural Jharkhand, India. CHWs who had consistent access to nutritious local foods reported higher job satisfaction, better health, and stronger commitment to their roles. Community support and cultural ties to food also played a key … [Read more...] about The Impact of Rural Alimentation on the Motivation and Retention of Indigenous Community Health Workers in India: A Qualitative Study
Capacity-building interventions for health extension workers in Ethiopia: A scoping review
This study reviewed capacity-building efforts for health extension workers (HEWs) in Ethiopia. Training was the most common approach, followed by supervision and mentoring. These interventions improved HEWs' knowledge and skills, leading to better health services and increased community health-seeking behavior. However, little focus was given to areas like motivation, … [Read more...] about Capacity-building interventions for health extension workers in Ethiopia: A scoping review
Medicaid billing for community health worker services growing, but remains low, 2016-2020
This study looks at the trends of Community Health Workers (CHWs) billing Medicaid services between 2016 and 2020. The number of CHWs billing Medicaid increased significantly, but by 2020, only 731 CHWs in 9 states were billing, with Ohio accounting for most of the billing. The total number of CHW services grew greatly, especially those provided in patients' homes. However, … [Read more...] about Medicaid billing for community health worker services growing, but remains low, 2016-2020
Burnout, motivation and job satisfaction among community health workers recruited for a depression training in Madhya Pradesh, India: a cross-sectional study
This study looked at burnout, motivation, and job satisfaction among community health workers (CHWs) in Madhya Pradesh, India. Surveys showed that 33% of CHWs experienced moderate or high burnout, especially from physical exhaustion, while pride in their work was a key motivator. Higher education was linked to higher motivation levels. These findings highlight the need to … [Read more...] about Burnout, motivation and job satisfaction among community health workers recruited for a depression training in Madhya Pradesh, India: a cross-sectional study
