Using Job Analysis Techniques to Understand Training Needs for Promotores de Salud.

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Health Disparities
• Community Health Worker Programs

Background:

• Community health worker (CHW) programs like Promotores de Salud are vital for reducing health disparities in Latino communities.
• Lack of formal definition for CHW roles creates training and evaluation challenges.
• Understanding job tasks and attributes is essential for effective CHW program development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To conduct a job analysis for Promotores de Salud at Planned Parenthood.
• To define the specific job tasks and worker attributes required for the Promotor role.
• To inform the development of training and evaluation systems for CHW programs.

Main Methods:

• Employed the combination job analysis method.
• Systematically identified key job tasks and necessary worker attributes.
• Defined job requirements based on work and worker needs.

Main Results:

• The Promotor role involves a wide spectrum of activities.
• Effective performance requires a diverse set of personal characteristics.
• Findings directly influenced the creation of training and evaluation protocols.

Conclusions:

• Job analysis is valuable for clarifying CHW roles and responsibilities.
• This systematic approach aids in developing and evaluating training materials.
• The study provides a template for other organizations implementing CHW programs.