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Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker

Industry
🏥Education and Health Services
Jobs per Year
104
Avg Houston Wage
$20

Career Overview

Community Health Workers help people by collecting data to identify the communities needs. They often educate people on the available resources and provide basic health services.

As a community health worker, you will help some of the most marginalized groups of people in the healthcare system. You will often go outside of your comfort zone and find unique ways to relate to, and help each individual.

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Work outside
Constant travel
Work at a desk
Interact with people

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$19 - $21/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$27 - $31/hr
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