To promote and sustain the integration of community health workers (CHWs) into health and human services organizations throughout Michigan through coordinated changes in policy and workforce development.
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It is the vision of MiCHWA that Michigan have access to a trained and sustained CHW Workforce. Join us in an effort to achieve this vision. Our partnership opportunities can be explored by visiting the Work Groups on Our Organization page.
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MiCHWA actively supports Community Health Worker (CHW) education, training, and workforce sustainability. Key pieces of that role include providing a Michigan-specific core competency-based training relevant to CHW skills and roles and administering a statewide CHW Registry. The 8 core compentencies are as follows:
MiCHWA supports the professional and career development of CHWs.
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MiCHWA facilitates the reciprocal transfer of knowledge, skills, capacity, and power.
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MiCHWA’s core strengths as an alliance are smart partnerships and strong memberships. Our membership opportunities include: Organization, CHW, or Ally. Read to find out more about the benefits of each.
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Tressa Liba is a seasoned MiCHWA certified community health worker (CHW) with over 17 years in the community health profession. Ms. Liba is experienced in providing direct service and program coordination of a high-risk pregnancy program; 8 years of supervising a team of home visiting CHWs working with chronic disease, high risk pregnancy, geriatrics, infectious disease and school-based populations. Ms. Liba is a former Board President for Michigan Community Health Worker Alliance (MiCHWA) and former MiCHWA CHW Co-chair of the Policy & Finance Committee. Ms. Liba is still pursuing her education but will graduate with a Masters in Social Work and a Masters in Public Administration from Aurora University in December 2021.
Stephanie Hill was born and raised in Detroit, MI. She has an extensive Administrative Background and has joined us from the Anti-Defamation League. She has done lots of work for her community and currently serves as a Girl Scout Troop Leader. Stephanie is passionate to further her journey into Community Health. She currently has her Associates of Science in Business Administration and is pursuing her Bachelors in Business Administration.
Neha joins us from Theramedic Rehab and Physical Therapy where she served as the Business Operations Manager. There, Neha directed and managed finance-related operations for a practice of 10 physical therapists at 4 locations in Texas and 1 location in Michigan and administrative staff of over 30 people. Neha has an MBA from Roosevelt University in Health Services Administration, and a BS in Dental Surgery from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, India.
Miranda was born and raised in Ludington, Michigan, and she obtained her dual bachelor's degree in Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy and Social Relations & Policy from James Madison College at Michigan State University. After spending some time in the political field, she decided to pursue a graduate degree in social work to establish a deeper understanding of the connection between policy in practice and the individuals most impacted by it. During this time, she found her passion for improving public health through policy and advocacy. She obtained her MSW from Michigan State University in 2022, and is grateful for the opportunity to support CHWs and the vital roles they play in communities.
Sheila began her professional career in healthcare administration with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, serving in various roles from membership and billing clerk, customer service representative, Sr. Trainer, to supervisor and Marketing Account Service Representative before retiring with over 15 years experience, to work in education.Having a love for helping others, she began her pedagogical experience as a Computer Business Teacher (K-12), Social Studies (6-8), School Leader and Learning Management Systems Administrator serving K-12P populations. Sheila has had the pleasure to learn the value of education, and the systems utilized to train both students and teachers how to capitalize on instruction and delivery (collectively 34 years in healthcare and public education).
Kareem comes to MiCHWA with years of experience in non-profit program management and operations, driving delivery of home & community-based services. Having begun his career as a CHW, Kareem has a deep passion for the training and development of community health workers, stressing their importance as individual service providers & as a part of multidisciplinary treatment teams. Kareem is a lifelong learner, having previously completed graduate coursework in Public Health & currently pursuing Business Administration, he aims to continuously build his knowledge base & skill set to best serve the community.
Angel Keyes was born and raised in Flint, MI. She obtained her Bachelor of Science Health Service Administration from Baker College of Flint and completed graduate studies with her Master of Science Healthcare Administration through Grand Canyon University in May of 2021. Angel comes with years of experience in non- profit as a certified Community Health Worker, HIV/STD certified counselor and tester, Outreach Coordinator and Facility Liaison. Angel strives on efforts of implementing culturally appropriate health education and resources to continuously advocate for the well- being of community partners and member
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Community Health Workers or CHWs are frontline public health workers who are trusted by the community in which they serve. To learn more, visit the About CHWs page.
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The CHW serves as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the overall health and wellness of the communities served. To learn more, visit the About CHWs page.
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MiCHWA provides the CHW training and curriculum that is used to certify the CHW workforce in Michigan. MiCHWA also provides access to a CHW registry, continuing education opportunities, resources, and other workforce development opportunities. To learn more, visit the CHWs Training page.
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In Michigan, CHWs are known by many titles, which include but are not limited to:
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• Certified Peer Support Specialist
• Recovery Coach
• Community Health Advocate
• Community Health Outreach Worker
• Community Outreach Worker
• Community Health Worker
• Community Neighborhood Navigator
To learn more, visit our About CHWs page.
• Early Intervention Services (EIS) Worker
• Family Health Outreach Worker
• Health Coach
• Maternal Child Health Worker
• Outreach and Enrollment Worker
• Promotor/a
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We encourage stakeholders to become a member in one of the following ways:
1) Organization Membership: organizations who employ CHWs who are interested in our resources
2) CHW Membership: CHWs who are interested in certification and other educational opportunities
3) Ally Membership: individual stakeholders interested in advocating or supporting CHW work.
All members are able to join our networks, participate in work groups, and vote on MiCHWA-related activities. To learn more, visit our Membership page.
Research supports that CHWs address social determinants of health: they increase health knowledge and self-sufficiency, provide social support, address the whole person and family, and link people with health insurance, health care, behavioral health, and social services.
CHWs improve self-efficacy, chronic disease management, Medicaid work requirements and access to care and benefits. CHW services also lead to cost-efficiency and benefit. Improved health outcomes are also shown in maternal and child health, aging, asthma, diabetes, obesity, and depression. To learn more, visit our About CHWs page.
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