ACU STAR² Center Workforce Training & Technical Assistance Professional Development Series – Session 2
Join ACU’s STAR² Center for an interactive session focused on supporting workforce well-being and developing an organizational culture of wellness. As rates of burnout, compassion fatigue, moral distress, and more continue to rise, it is imperative that health center leadership invest in and implement organizational changes that directly address...
Creativity & Wellbeing: A Harmonious Union to Improve Health Centers’ Organizational Culture of Employee Wellbeing – Session 2
Join the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU) STAR² Center and the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) for a two-part webinar series exploring the role creativity plays in advancing employee well-being at health centers. The inclusion of art and other creative endeavors in the workplace can...
Learning Collaborative – Unlocking Workforce Potential: Mastering Staff Satisfaction Surveys
Staff satisfaction surveys hold immense potential as catalysts for fostering retention, bolstering engagement, and nurturing trust within any organization. Yet, their efficacy hinges greatly on the methods of their execution and the diligence of subsequent follow-up. In this dynamic four-part learning collaborative, participants will embark on a transformative journey...
STAR² Center Talks Workforce Success Podcast – Episode 25
Health professions education and training (HP-ET) programs can take a variety of forms to serve a variety of professional pathways. This episode of of the STAR² Center Talks Workforce Success podcast series features Robyn Weiss, Director of Workforce Development at the Northwest Regional Primary Care Association (NWRPCA) speaking to...
ACU STAR² Center Workforce Training & Technical Assistance Professional Development Series – Session 1
Join ACU’s STAR² Center for an interactive session focused on comprehensive workforce planning for health centers. This session will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to develop and implement a Comprehensive Workforce Plan (CWP) tailored to their health center’s unique context. Effective workforce planning strategies are crucial for...
Creativity & Wellbeing: A Harmonious Union to Improve Health Centers’ Organizational Culture of Employee Wellbeing – Session 1
Join the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU) STAR² Center and the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) for a two-part webinar series exploring the role creativity plays in advancing employee well-being at health centers. The inclusion of art and other creative endeavors in the workplace can...
Employee-Focused Career Pathways: Supporting the Full Scope of Talent in the Mental Health Workforce
When thinking about the mental health workforce, the titles of “therapist,” “counselor,” or “case manager” usually come to mind, but the skills and training of these professionals extends far beyond the therapeutic setting. Building career pathways for the mental health workforce—both within the Behavioral Health Department and beyond—not only...
Implementing Staff Satisfaction Surveys Infographic
In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, prioritizing employee satisfaction has become a critical factor in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring the success of healthcare organizations. Staff satisfaction surveys have emerged as powerful tools, providing invaluable data to drive positive change, optimize policies, and enhance employee retention. However, many organizations...
Compensation Wellness & Equity: An Employer’s Responsibility to Ensure Fair Wages and Financial Stability for All
Staff wellness is critical to reducing turnover; and providing adequate compensation, especially taking into consideration recent inflation and housing challenges is inextricably linked to said staff wellness. An environment that fosters wellness is essential to recruiting and retaining new and existing staff. This webinar will discuss promoting staff wellness...
Comprehensive Workforce Plan Workshop – Choose Your Own Workforce Adventure!
Join us for an unforgettable ‘Choose Your Own Workforce Adventure’ workshop, where you’re the protagonist of your story. Together, we’ll navigate the complexities of developing a comprehensive workforce plan and emerge with a clear, informed, and adaptable approach to building a successful future. Whether you’re an HR professional, a...
Empowering Comprehensive Care: Recruiting & Retaining the Integrated Care Team – Session 2
Health centers play a vital role in offering holistic care to patients, including and beyond medical treatment, to encompass a diverse range of services. This second session in a two-part webinar series, hosted by the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU) STAR² Center, features a presentation from fellow...
Building a Resilient & Trauma-Informed Workforce
It is critical that health centers understand the importance of developing a trauma-informed organization that prioritizes staff well-being and resilience. This fact sheet asks “what does it mean to be trauma-informed” and explains the concept of resilience, both individual and organizational. It details how health centers can operate in...
