Community Health Worker

Want to keep your community healthy?
Become certified as a Community Health Worker.

Community Health Workers are trusted community members who serve as liaisons between health and social services in their immediate communities. They advocate for other community members, identify resources, and help improve their health outcomes.

VIP Community Services will help you prepare a strong application for the Community Health Worker (CHW) certification program run by the Institute for Training Outreach and Community Health (InTOuCH) at Columbia University.

Send any questions to crivera@vipservices.org and dcoy@vipservices.org.

Fill out this form to learn more about the Community Health Worker program:

VIP Community Services will help you prepare a strong application for the Community Health Worker (CHW) certification program run by the Institute for Training Outreach and Community Health (InTOuCH) at Columbia University.

“The knowledge and skills I acquired from the CHW training have empowered me to make positive changes to the health and well-being of my community.” – Amelia Anthony, InTOuCH Community Health Worker graduate (second from left)

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Heat Advisory

A Heat advisory is in effect from 11am Thursday, August 6th to 8pm Friday, August 7th. Heat and high humidity may cause heat-related illnesses. Severe thunderstorms may also impact some areas.

The advisory may be extended through the weekend for portions of the region depending on weather conditions. Use air conditioning to stay cool.

If you don’t have home air conditioning, check out Beat the Heat for cooling center information and heat safety resources.