Behavioral Health
Trauma-Informed CHW Practice
Practice in a way that recognizes trauma, avoids re-traumatizing people and protects your own wellbeing.
What CHWs actually do here
CHWs meet people who have experienced violence, displacement, discrimination and loss. Trauma-informed practice shapes how you introduce yourself, ask questions, respond to distress and take care of yourself afterwards.
Where this work happens
- All CHW settings
- Behavioral health programs
- Violence prevention programs
- Reentry and housing programs
Job titles to look for
- Community Health Worker
- Outreach Worker
- Navigator
- Care Coordinator
Skills that matter in this pathway
- Safety, choice and collaboration
- Non-judgmental listening
- Recognizing signs of distress
- Vicarious trauma and self-care
Training for this pathway
Catalyst training and curated outside options, each labeled so you know who issues it.
No training is tagged to this pathway yet — check Professional Development for the full directory.
Next steps
- Catalyst Trauma-Informed CHW Practice is in development.
- Explore curated trauma-informed training from recognized behavioral health organizations.
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