216 | Optimizing Interdisciplinary Teams within a Housing First Program
Tracks
Workshop
| Wednesday, April 10, 2024 |
| 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM |
| Room 208-209 |
Session Overview
The use of community health workers (CHWs) on a Housing First care team is a proven strategy. For individuals with chronic homelessness, physical health conditions can be complex and high risk. Learn how CHWs can efficiently and effectively team with clinical care team members to support participants' holistic needs.
Description
The use of community health workers (CHWs) on a Housing First care team is a proven strategy. For individuals with chronic homelessness, physical health conditions can be complex and high risk. Learn how CHWs can efficiently and effectively team with clinical care team members to support participants' holistic needs.
Jeneen Skinner
Senior Clinical Manager
Camden Coalition
Presenter
Jeneen Skinner is a nurse with experience in providing care to individuals with complex health and social needs in various clinical settings. She assists patients with addressing barriers to care, creates care plans, and reviews data and metrics.
Thomas Hamilton
Senior Community Health Worker
Camden Coalition
Presenter
Thomas Hamilton is a CHW with 14 years of experience in the mental health field, assisting and educating individuals about their illnesses and helping them integrate into the community by unlocking human potential.
