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Youth & Family Services

Youth & Family Services

Support young people and families through school, health and community systems.

What CHWs actually do here

CHWs work in schools and family programs providing health education, connecting families to services, supporting attendance and wellbeing, and bridging home and school.

Where this work happens

  • School-based health programs
  • Family resource centers
  • Youth organizations
  • County children's services

Job titles to look for

  • School-Based Community Health Worker
  • Family Support Specialist
  • Youth Outreach Worker
  • Family Navigator

Skills that matter in this pathway

  • Youth engagement
  • Family-centered practice
  • School systems navigation
  • Mandated reporting awareness

Training for this pathway

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Next steps

  • Complete official mandated reporter training if your role requires it.
  • Save the completion record in your Credential Vault.
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