November 12, 2019
University of California faculty presented their ongoing research and engaged in a discussion focused on legislative, academic and community efforts toward increasing and diversifying workforce in light of report recommendations. During this evidence briefing, participants had the opportunity to discuss what legislative/research next steps are necessary to follow report recommendations related to behavioral, home health, and mental health workers. The briefing provoked thoughtful discussion about the ways in which the State can build a health workforce that responds to individuals’ and communities’ spectrum on health needs.
Panelists
- Joanne Spetz, PhD (UCSF, home health and personal care aides)
- Miya Barnett, PhD (UC Santa Barbara, community mental health workers)
- Janet Frank, DrPH (UCLA, behavioral health services for older adults)
- Janette Dill, PhD (University of Minnesota, credentialing and career ladders in health care settings)
Discussants
- Jeffrey Oxendine, MPH, MBA (Co-Director of the California Future Health Workforce Commission, Founder and CEO of Health Career Connection)
- Elizabeth Oseguera (Associate Director of Policy for the California Primary Care Association)