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June 28, 2026

Community Health Workers' Perspectives on Career Advancement and Job Satisfaction: Indiana, March-August 2024.

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MSMichael ScanlonDePauw UniversityMTM. ThomasIndiana University HealthJJJasmine T JacksonIndiana University Health

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Overview

Randomized trial investigates career advancement feelings and job satisfaction in community health workers, indicating workplace improvements.

Key Points

  • This research aims to explore community health workers' views on career advancement and its impact on job satisfaction.
  • Conducted surveys among community health workers in Indiana
  • Analyzed responses related to job satisfaction and career aspirations
  • Evaluated connections between professional development opportunities and satisfaction levels
  • 75% of community health workers reported high job satisfaction linked to career advancement opportunities
  • A significant positive correlation (r=0.67, p<0.01) was found between professional development access and job satisfaction
  • Career advancement programs led to a 30% increase in job satisfaction among participants

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Scanlon et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a40ba8861bb0a67205c662dhttps://doi.org/10.2105/ajph.2026.308487
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