[Core] [62% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups on issues related to improving general health, such as diet or exercise.
  DWAs: Advise clients or community groups on health issues.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups on issues related to diagnostic screenings, such as breast cancer screening, pap smears, glaucoma tests, or diabetes screenings.
  DWAs: Advise clients or community groups on health issues.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups on issues related to risk or prevention of conditions, such as lead poisoning, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), prenatal substance abuse, or domestic violence.
  DWAs: Advise clients or community groups on health issues.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Administer immunizations or other basic preventive treatments.
  DWAs: Provide basic health care services.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups on issues related to self-care, such as diabetes management.
  DWAs: Advise clients or community groups on health issues.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups on issues related to sanitation or hygiene, such as flossing or hand washing.
  DWAs: Advise clients or community groups on health issues.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Maintain updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms, or related information.
  DWAs: Maintain client records.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Identify or contact members of high-risk or otherwise targeted groups, such as members of minority populations, low-income populations, or pregnant women.
  DWAs: Confer with clients to exchange information. | Communicate health and wellness information to the public. | Coordinate with external parties to exchange information.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Contact clients in person, by phone, or in writing to ensure they have completed required or recommended actions.
  DWAs: Monitor clients to evaluate treatment progress. | Confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Distribute flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of a targeted community.
  DWAs: Provide educational materials to community members.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Refer community members to needed health services.
  DWAs: Refer clients to community or social service programs.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Attend community meetings or health fairs to understand community issues or build relationships with community members.
  DWAs: Develop working relationships with others to facilitate program activities.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Perform basic diagnostic procedures, such as blood pressure screening, breast cancer screening, or communicable disease screening.
  DWAs: Provide basic health care services.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Identify the particular health care needs of individuals in a community or target area.
  DWAs: Assess individual or community needs for educational or social services.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Conduct home visits for pregnant women, newborn infants, or other high-risk individuals to monitor their progress or assess their needs.
  DWAs: Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Advocate for individual or community health needs with government agencies or health service providers.
  DWAs: Advocate for individual or community needs.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Report incidences of child or elder abuse, neglect, or threats of harm to authorities, as required.
  DWAs: Recommend legal actions.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Collect information from individuals to compile vital statistics about the general health of community members.
  DWAs: Collect information about community health needs.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Assist families to apply for social services, including Medicaid or Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
  DWAs: Help clients get needed services or resources.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups on issues related to social or intellectual development, such as education, childcare, or problem solving.
  DWAs: Advise others on social or educational issues.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Provide basic health services, such as first aid.
  DWAs: Provide basic health care services.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Interpret, translate, or provide cultural mediation related to health services or information for community members.
  DWAs: Interpret cultural or religious information for others.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Monitor nutrition of children, elderly, or other high-risk groups.
  DWAs: Monitor nutrition related activities of individuals or groups.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Advise clients or community groups to ensure parental understanding of the importance of childhood immunizations and how to access immunization services.
  DWAs: Advise clients or community groups on health issues.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Provide feedback to health service providers regarding improving service accessibility or acceptability.
  DWAs: Advise others on ways to improve processes or products. | Recommend changes or corrective procedures.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Transport or accompany clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
  DWAs: Transport clients to appointments.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] 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.
  DWAs: Lead classes or community events. | Provide educational materials to community members.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Develop plans or formal contracts for individuals, families, or community groups to improve overall health.
  DWAs: Plan programs to address community health issues.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.50 lvl:5.37) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.95 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.82 lvl:4.56) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:3.70 lvl:4.03) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.60 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Psychology (imp:3.57 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Administrative (imp:3.35 lvl:4.81) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.98 lvl:3.61) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.98 lvl:3.73) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.96 lvl:4.26) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.89 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.69 lvl:3.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Biology (imp:2.69) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Mathematics (imp:2.60 lvl:2.66) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.50 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.49 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.46 lvl:3.07) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:2.44) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Law and Government (imp:2.44 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Production and Processing (imp:2.18) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Telecommunications (imp:2.07 lvl:1.01) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Chemistry (imp:2.00) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.80 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Transportation (imp:1.77) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Design (imp:1.60 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Food Production (imp:1.54) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Geography (imp:1.52) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Fine Arts (imp:1.29) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Mechanical (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Physics (imp:1.02) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Building and Construction (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:3.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Visualization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Control Precision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:4.87 lvl:5.88) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.75 lvl:5.67) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.75 lvl:6.09) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.68 lvl:5.15) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.62 lvl:4.82) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.51 lvl:5.65) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.50 lvl:3.94) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Working with Computers (imp:4.40 lvl:3.73) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.39 lvl:3.90) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.36 lvl:4.41) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:4.35 lvl:4.79) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:4.27 lvl:4.78) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Getting Information (imp:4.14 lvl:4.65) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.10 lvl:4.48) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.07 lvl:4.36) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.02 lvl:4.59) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.99 lvl:4.56) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.92 lvl:3.75) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.83 lvl:4.06) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.81 lvl:3.99) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Processing Information (imp:3.79 lvl:4.70) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.69 lvl:4.28) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.68 lvl:4.37) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.66 lvl:4.10) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.66 lvl:4.24) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.66 lvl:3.61) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.65 lvl:3.81) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.44 lvl:3.25) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.44 lvl:3.91) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.42 lvl:4.15) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.41 lvl:2.96) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.32 lvl:3.19) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.30 lvl:4.55) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.14 lvl:3.31) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.10 lvl:2.73) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.67 lvl:1.74) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.66 lvl:1.39) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.19 lvl:2.37) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.00) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.98 lvl:1.40) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.81 lvl:1.29) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:2.60) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.50) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Optimism (imp:2.49) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:2.47) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:2.42) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Integrity (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Sincerity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Control (imp:1.91) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:1.83) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Initiative (imp:1.75) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:1.61) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.57) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.53) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.52) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Humility (imp:1.49) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.45) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.42) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.20) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:1.10) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Optimism (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.79) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Time Management (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 61,660
  annual_median    : $51,850
  annual_pct10     : $38,810
  annual_pct25     : $45,640
  annual_pct75     : $62,540
  annual_pct90     : $77,180
  annual_mean      : $56,180
  hourly_median    : $24.93

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Hampshire ($66,680)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($36,900)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.807x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (52 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   35,600  median: $  51,150
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   13,220  median: $  56,510
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    4,250  median: $  50,020
  Educational Services                     emp:    2,610  median: $  47,080
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:    1,920  median: $  60,250
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,480  median: $  54,910
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,240  median: $  65,470
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,000  median: $  52,000
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      150  median: $  36,330

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   35,600  median: $  51,150
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   13,220  median: $  56,510
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    4,250  median: $  50,020
  Educational Services                     emp:    2,610  median: $  47,080
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:    1,920  median: $  60,250
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,480  median: $  54,910
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,240  median: $  65,470
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,000  median: $  52,000
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      150  median: $  36,330

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A community health worker (CHW) is a member of a community who provides basic health and medical care within their community, and is capable of providing preventive, promotional and rehabilitation care to that community, typically without formal education equal to that of a nurse, CHO, or doctor. They are chosen within the community to assist and train personnel community health extension worker who is train in college or schools of health. A community health extension worker (CHEW) is a specially trained professional who provides similar preventive, curative and rehabilitative health care and services to people where they live and work.  CHEW are trained for three years and they graduate with a diploma, while the JCHEW are trained for two years and graduate with a certificate. Other terms for this type of health care provider include lay health worker, village health worker, community health aide, community health promoter, and health advisor.
Community health officers contribute to community development and can help communities improve access to basic health services. They are most effective when they are properly trained to provide information and services to the community. Community health officers are the most promising form of delivering health services to resource-constrained areas. They are seen as secondary health services in most low-income countries are available as a service to the community.
In many developing countries, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa, there are critical shortages of doctors. Current medical schools cannot train enough workers to keep up with increasing demand for health care services, internal and external emigration of health workers, deaths from AIDS and other diseases, low workforce productivity, and population growth.  Community health officer are trained after completing their basic community health extension worker training in the colleges of health technologies, this training takes place in teaching hospitals that offers community health officer training to equip them with the knowledge to carry out more advanced health service in the rural areas. The community health officers work in primary health centre where they spent 70% of their time attending to patients and 30% in the community. community health officers can trained volunteer village health workers and community health workers chosen by the community that he or she works to help communicate with the local people. Programs involving community health officers in China, Brazil, Iran and Bangladesh have demonstrated that utilizing such officers can help improve health outcomes for large populations in under-served regions. "Task shifting" of primary care functions from professional health workers to volunteer village health is considered to be a means to make more efficient use of the human resources currently available and improving the health of millions at reasonable cost.


== Community health officer ==
Community health officers (CHO), also called mid-level health providers (MLHP) and non-physician practitioners, are trained health care providers who have a defined scope of practice. In India, only nurses and AYUSH practitioners are eligible for this cadre. This means that they are trained and legally permitted to provide healthcare in fewer situations than physicians but more than other health professionals. 
Recently in India, community health officers at Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres are now allowed to supply certain medicines to the patients, as they have been included in Section 23 of Schedule K of Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945. In India, community health officer (CHO) is another name for mid-level practitioner.
Ministry of Health and family welfare, Government of India published guidelines for prevention and controlling of COVID-19 cases in rural area of India. According to guidelines, symptomatic cases can be triaged at the village level by tele-consultation with a community health officer (CHO), and cases with comorbidity or low oxygen saturation should be sent to higher centres.


== History ==
It is unclear where the usage of community health workers began, although China and Bangladesh have been cited as possible origins. Melinda Gates, co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, said the nongovernmental organization BRAC in Bangladesh "pioneered the community health worker model." Catherine Lovell writes that BRAC's decision to train locally recruited paramedics was "based on the Chinese barefoot doctor model then becoming known worldwide."
Scientific medicine has evolved slowly over the last few millennia and very rapidly over the last 150 years or so. As the evidence mounted of its effectiveness, belief and trust in the traditional ways waned. The rise of university-based medical schools, the increased numbers of trained physicians, the professional organizations they created, and the income and attendant political power they generated resulted in license regulations. Such regulations were effective in improving the quality of medical care but also resulted in a reduced supply of clinical care providers. This further increased the fees doctors could charge and encouraged them to concentrate in larger towns and cities where the population was denser, hospitals were more available, and professional and social relationships more convenient.
In the 1940s, Chairman Mao Zedong in China faced these problems. His anger at the "urban elite" medical profession over the maldistribution of medical services resulted in the creation of "barefoot doctors". Hundreds of thousands of rural peasants, chosen by their colleagues, were given rudimentary training and assigned medical and sanitation duties in addition to the collective labor they owed the commune. By 1977, there were over 1.7 million barefoot doctors. As professionally trained doctors and nurses became more available, the program was abolished in 1981 with the end of agricultural communes. Many barefoot doctors passed an examination and went to medical school. Many became health aides and some were relieved of duty.
Brazil undertook a medical plan named the Family Health Program in the 1990s that made use of large numbers of community health agents. Between 1990 and 2002, the infant mortality rate dropped from about 50 per 1000 live births to 29.2.  During that period the Family Health Program increased its coverage of the population from 0 to 36%. The largest impact appeared to be a reduction of deaths from diarrhea. Though the program utilized teams of physicians, nurses and community health workers, it could not have covered the population it did without the community health worker. Additionally, there is evidence in Brazil that the shorter period of training does not reduce the quality of care.  In one study workers with a shorter length of training complied with child treatment guidelines 84% of the time whereas those with longer training had 58% compliance.
Iran utilizes large numbers of para-professionals called behvarz. These workers are from the community and are based in 14,000 "health houses" nationwide. They visit the homes of the underserved providing vaccinations and monitoring child growth. Between 1984 and 2000 Iran was able to cut its infant mortality in half and raise immunization rates from 20 to 95%. The family planning program in Iran is considered highly successful. Fertility has dropped from 5.6-lifetime children per woman in 1985 to 2 in 2000. Though there are many elements to the program (including classes for those who marry and the ending of tax incentives for large families), behvarz are extensively involved in providing birth control advice and methods. The proportion of rural women on contraceptives in 2000 was 67%.  The program resulted in a profound improvement in maternal mortality going from 140 per 100,000 in 1985 to 37 in 1996.
The Government of Liberia launched the National Community Health Assistant Program in 2016 to accelerate pro

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Community Health Workers serve as vital bridges between healthcare systems and underserved communities, promoting health education and connecting residents to essential services. They provide culturally competent health advocacy, basic preventive care, and navigation assistance to help individuals and families access appropriate healthcare resources. These professionals work primarily in community settings, addressing health disparities through direct outreach, education, and support services.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A Community Health Worker begins their day reviewing client files and planning outreach visits to high-risk community members, such as those with chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension. They conduct home visits or meet clients at community centers to provide health education on topics like nutrition, medication management, or preventive screenings. Much of their time involves active listening and problem-solving as they help clients navigate complex healthcare systems, schedule appointments, or understand insurance benefits. They document interactions meticulously, update client records, and coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care. The day often includes distributing educational materials, facilitating group workshops on health topics, and following up with clients to monitor their progress on health goals.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as Community Health Workers possess strong social orientation and empathy, enabling them to build trust with diverse populations facing health challenges. They demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, as they must translate complex medical information into accessible language while advocating effectively with healthcare providers. Successful practitioners show high dependability and integrity, essential when serving vulnerable populations who rely on consistent support. They thrive on interpersonal connection and problem-solving, finding fulfillment in helping others overcome barriers to health and wellness. Those who succeed typically have cultural competence and patience, as progress with clients often occurs gradually over time.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most Community Health Workers enter the field with a bachelor's degree (51.9% of practitioners), though associate's degrees (22.7%) provide viable entry points, particularly when combined with relevant community experience. Educational backgrounds often include public health, social work, psychology, or healthcare-related fields, supplemented by specialized training in community health promotion and cultural competency. Many employers provide on-the-job training covering specific health conditions, local resources, and documentation requirements. Previous experience in social services, healthcare support roles, or community organizing can strengthen candidacy for these positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Community Health Workers often advance into supervisory roles such as Community Health Program Coordinators or Social and Community Service Managers, leveraging their field experience to guide program development. Some pursue additional education to become Health Education Specialists, Licensed Social Workers, or Public Health Professionals, expanding their scope of practice. Others specialize in particular health areas like maternal health, chronic disease management, or behavioral health, developing expertise that can lead to consultant or trainer roles. The growing emphasis on community-based care creates pathways into healthcare administration, grant writing, or policy advocacy positions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Community Health Workers earn a median annual salary of $51,850 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with entry-level positions starting around $38,810 and experienced practitioners reaching $77,180. The field employs 61,660 workers nationally, with the highest concentrations in Health Care and Social Assistance (35,600 employed) and government sectors (13,220 employed). Geographic wage variation is moderate, ranging from $66,680 in New Hampshire to $36,900 in Puerto Rico, reflecting regional differences in healthcare funding and cost of living. Employment growth is driven by increased focus on preventive care, healthcare cost containment, and addressing social determinants of health, particularly in underserved communities.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Community Health Workers face low automation risk due to the fundamentally interpersonal nature of their work, which requires empathy, cultural sensitivity, and complex problem-solving in social contexts. While technology tools like electronic health records and telehealth platforms enhance their effectiveness, the core functions of building trust, providing emotional support, and navigating community-specific barriers cannot be automated. The profession may evolve to incorporate more digital health tools and remote monitoring capabilities, but human connection remains central to successful community health interventions.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Health Education Specialists (21-1091.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles focus on health promotion and education, with Health Education Specialists representing a natural advancement requiring additional formal training in program design and evaluation.
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge overlap
    data: Health education and promotion task similarities
    data: Both in Job Zone 4
  [skill_overlap] Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers (21-1023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on Active Listening (4.1 importance), Psychology knowledge (3.6 importance), and Social Orientation work style, with both roles serving vulnerable populations.
    data: Active Listening skill match
    data: Psychology knowledge overlap
    data: Social service delivery focus
  [task_similarity] Social and Human Service Assistants (21-1093.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve direct client contact, maintaining client records, and connecting individuals to community resources, though Community Health Workers specialize in health-related services.
    data: Client record maintenance tasks
    data: Community outreach activities
    data: Service coordination responsibilities
  [knowledge_overlap] Patient Representatives (29-2099.08) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require Customer and Personal Service knowledge (4.5 importance for CHW) and focus on advocating for individuals within healthcare systems.
    data: Customer service knowledge requirement
    data: Healthcare advocacy focus
    data: Patient navigation responsibilities
  [riasec_cluster] Healthcare Social Workers (21-1022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations share high Social orientation (S:6.58) and work within healthcare settings to address social determinants of health and connect clients to resources.
    data: Social RIASEC profile dominance
    data: Healthcare system integration
    data: Client advocacy focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  title_patterns   : ['Community Health.*', '.*Health Worker', '.*Health Advocate', '.*Health Navigator', '.*Outreach Worker']
  common_variations: ['CHW', 'community health aide', 'community health specialist', 'community health representative', 'health promoter', 'community wellness worker', 'peer health educator', 'community health liaison']

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