The qualities of a community health worker are inquisitiveness, being responsible,

initiative, Open, a good communicator, a convincer, helpful, patient, determination,

honesty, reliable, respected, and most especially should possess genuine love for people.

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 Open- accepts need for joint planning and decision relative to health care in
particular situation not resistant to change.
 Tactful- one who presides over an assembly, meeting or discussion in a subtle
manner, does not embarras but gives constructive criticism.
 Coordinator- brings into consonance or harmony the community's health care
activity.
 Objective- unbiased and fair in decision- making.
 Good listener- always available for the participant to voice out their sentiments and
needs.
 Efficient- knowledgable about everything relevant to his practice; has the necessary
skills expected of him.
 Flexible- able to cope with different situations.
 Critical Thinker- decides on what has been analyzed.

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 Efficient

 plans with the people, organizes, conducts, directs health education activities according to
the needs of the community
 knowledgeable about everything relevant to his practice; has the necessary skills
expected of him

 Good listener

 hears what’s being said and what’s behind the words

 always available for the participant to voice out their sentiments and needs

 Keen observer

 keep an eye on the proceedings, process and participants’ behavior

 Systematic

 knows how to put in sequence or logical order the parts of the session

 Creative/Resourceful
  uses available resources

 Analytical/Critical thinker

 decides on what has been analyzed

 Tactful

 brings about issues in smooth subtle manner

 does not embarrass but gives constructive criticisms

 Knowledgeable 

 able to impart relevant, updated and sufficient input

 Open

 invites ideas, suggestions, criticisms

 involves people in decision making
 accepts need for joint planning and decision relative to health care in a particular
situation; not resistant to change

 Sense of humor

 knows how to place a touch of humor to keep audience alive

 Change agent

 involves participants actively in assuming the responsibility for his own learning

 Coordinator

 brings into consonance of harmony the community’s health care activities

 Objective

 unbiased and fair in decision making

 Flexible

 able to cope with different situations

 flex·i·ble
 adjective
 1.
 capable of being bent, usually without breaking; easily bent: a flexible ruler.
 2.
 susceptible of modification or adaptation; adaptable: a flexible schedule.
 3.
 willing or disposed to yield; pliable: a flexible personality.
 –noun
 4.
 a flexible substance or material, as rubber or leather.
 Empathy

 To be able to identify with and understand another person’s feelings, situation

and motives

 Must have a sincere interest in working with people

 Must care about others and be able to communicate and work with them

 Understanding needs and learning effective communications is one way to

develop empathy

 Honesty

 Truthfulness and integrity

 Others must be able to trust you at all times

 Must be willing to admit mistakes so they can be corrected

 Dependability

 Must accept the responsibility that your position requires

 Must be prompt in reporting to work and maintain good attendance record

 Must perform assigned tasks on time and accurately

 Willingness to learn

 Must be willing to learn and adapt to changes

 Changes occur because of research, new inventions and many other factors

 Changes can mean learning new techniques or procedures

 At times, additional education may be required to remain competent

 Patience

 Must be tolerant and understanding

 Must learn to control your temper and “count to ten”

 Learn to deal with frustration and overcome obstacles

 Acceptance of criticism
  Must be willing to accept criticism and learn from it

 Patients, employers, co-workers and others may criticize you

 Some criticism will be constructive and allow you to improve your work

 Enthusiasm

 Must enjoy work and display a positive attitude

 Enthusiasm is contagious

 Helps you do your best

 Encourages others to do the same

 Concentrate on positive points and negative points will not seem to be quite so
importantSelf-motivation

 Ability to begin or to follow through with a task

 Should be able to determine things that need to be done and do them without
constant direction

 Tact

 Ability to say or do the kindest or most fitting thing in a difficult situation

 All individuals have a right to their own feelings and these feelings should not be
judged as right or wrong

 Shows consideration of the feelings of others

 Requires constant practice Competence

 Qualified and capable of performing a task

 Follow instructions

 Use approved procedures

 Strive for accuracy in all you do

 Know your limits and ask for help or guidance if necessary

 Responsibility
 Being willing to be held accountable for your actions

 Others can rely on you and know you will meet your obligations

 Discretion

 In any health care career you have access to confidential information

 Information should not be told to anyone without proper authorization

 Patient is entitled to confidential care

 Be discrete and make sure patient’s rights are not violated

 Team player

 Learn to work well with others

 Each member of a health care team will have different responsibilities, but each
member must do his or her part to provide the patient with quality care

 By working together, a team can accomplish goals much faster than an individual

 All characteristics and attitudes must be practices and learned

 Some take more time to develop than others

 Be aware of your characteristics and strive constantly to improve

 Will help you provide good patient care

 Will make you a more valuable asset to your employer and others