CHW Solutions

Community
Health
Worker services made easy

Driven by compassion, a diverse workforce, and gold standard CHW care

We Are Hiring!

Community Health Worker

Our firm is currently hiring for multiple projects that include delivering Community Health Worker (CHW) services to Afghan and Ukrainian newcomers, children with asthma living in North Minneapolis, Spanish-speaking patients with diabetes and/or hypertension, and phone outreach to close gaps in care and introduce CHW services.

Community Health Workers (CHWs) Trainee

Seeking responsible Afghan and Ukrainian Newcomers to Minnesota interested in becoming Community Health Workers (CHWs).  If you are passionate about serving your community and interested in taking classes to obtain your Community Health Worker certificate, apply to advance your career at our innovative company.

Medical Biller (Part-Time)

Seeking extremely responsible Medical Biller (part-time, 8-16 hours per week) to support our growing company.

DHS-RPO Community Health Worker Trainee

Meet Serenity

Serenity works with home visiting nurses to support families, especially those managing hypertension at home. Her commitment to service is clear, whether she’s helping families or assisting individuals with other needs.

We Are Hiring!

Job Openings

We are seeking three responsible Newcomers to the United States and Minnesota interested in becoming Community Health Workers (CHWs).  If you are passionate about serving your community and interested in taking online classes to obtain your Community Health Worker certificate, apply to advance your career at our innovative company.

About Us

We are dedicated to developing sustainable models for Community Health Worker (CHW) services. We connect patients with certificate-holding Community Health Workers to improve health outcomes.

Our Services

Direct CHW Services

Our CHWs hold Minnesota CHW certificates, with proficiency in health education and self-management support

Technical Assistance and Training

Provide consulting services and technical assistance to organizations with their own CHW teams

Medical Oversight and Claims Submission

Our Medical Director and billing department are available to support your CHW team

Featured News, Tools, and Resources

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CCX Media & Angela Bowen - Combating Racial Disparities in Cancer Treatment

The interview highlights Angela’s incredible work in combating racial disparities in cancer treatment. She is dedicated to connecting with women overdue for mammograms, promoting early detection, and emphasizing the importance of representation in healthcare.

CHWTP Apprenticeship Financing Resource Guide

CHW Solutions contributed to this 2024 guide from the Health Resources and Services Administration, Community Health Worker Training Program project. It provides talking points, action steps and resources for engaging employers on the benefits of starting or expanding Community Health Worker teams.

Success Stories

Here are some examples of how we’ve served patients with diverse backgrounds. Check out some of our stories.

Bridging the Gap

CHW Solutions is working with the Minneapolis Health Department and the Merck Foundation to link Federally Qualified Health Center patients with diabetes to Community Health Worker services.

Project HEALINGS

CHW Solutions is working with a diverse and dynamic group of partners to connect people to the tools and information they need to access COVID-19 vaccines.

University of Minnesota, NRC-RIM Project

CHW Solutions brings Community Health Worker expertise to the table for this effort, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Visit the NRC-RIM CHW web page to see our new CHW self-care curriculum (English and Spanish), and tools and webinars to integrate CHWs into local public health COVID response.

COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER TRAINEE

Serenity

Hello, My name is Serenity (she/her). I am a dedicated Community Health Worker with Saint Louis Public Health, where I work alongside home visiting nurses to provide support to families, particularly those managing hypertension in the home. I was born and raised in Duluth, Minnesota, having been on the receiving end of the community health services as a young mother, gives me my own understanding of the challenges many families face. I have found great meaning and fulfilment in helping other families in my community thrive. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the community. Whether it’s offering support to families or assisting individuals with other concerns, my commitment to service is evident. 

COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER TRAINEE

Serenity

Hello, My name is Serenity (she/her). I am a dedicated Community Health Worker with Saint Louis Public Health, where I work alongside home visiting nurses to provide support to families, particularly those managing hypertension in the home. I was born and raised in Duluth, Minnesota, having been on the receiving end of the community health services as a young mother, gives me my own understanding of the challenges many families face. I have found great meaning and fulfilment in helping other families in my community thrive. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the community. Whether it’s offering support to families or assisting individuals with other concerns, my commitment to service is evident. 

Check out the March 2023 Journal of General Internal Medicine supplement featuring a case study of CHW Solutions. 

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Megan Ellingson (CHW, MHA)

Megan E.’s (she/her) expertise is in collaborative planning and implementation to address health issues requiring both clinic and community approaches. Megan’s professional experience includes serving as a Health Policy and Program Coordinator at the Minneapolis Health Department, and as a Department Manager in women’s services and pastoral care at Intermountain Healthcare. Her direct patient care experience includes serving as a Patient Advocate at MayView Community Health Center, as a Care Guide in late-life supportive care at Allina Health, and as a hospice volunteer with her therapy cat, Sweet Pea, at HealthPartners. Megan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Biology and Medical Anthropology from Stanford University, and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration and Financial Management from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She also obtained her Minnesota CHW certificate from Northwest Technical College in 2018. Megan currently teaches the Minnesota CHW Certificate courses as an online instructor at St. Mary’s University in Minnesota.

CO - FOUNDER

Megan Ellingson (CHW, MHA)

Megan E.’s (she/her) expertise is in collaborative planning and implementation to address health issues requiring both clinic and community approaches. Megan’s professional experience includes serving as a Health Policy and Program Coordinator at the Minneapolis Health Department, and as a Department Manager in women’s services and pastoral care at Intermountain Healthcare. Her direct patient care experience includes serving as a Patient Advocate at MayView Community Health Center, as a Care Guide in late-life supportive care at Allina Health, and as a hospice volunteer with her therapy cat, Sweet Pea, at HealthPartners. Megan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Biology and Medical Anthropology from Stanford University, and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration and Financial Management from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She also obtained her Minnesota CHW certificate in August, 2018. Megan currently teaches the Minnesota CHW Certificate courses as an online instructor at St. Mary’s University in Minnesota.