How do they match: Community Health Workers

  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Counseling and Testing Services Specialist

  • Refer community members to needed health services.
  • Identify or contact members of high-risk or otherwise targeted groups, such as members of minority populations, low-income populations, or pregnant women.
  • 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.

  • Refer clients to community or social service programs.
  • Advise others on social or educational issues.
  • Develop working relationships with others to facilitate program activities.
  • Interpret cultural or religious information for others.