Let’s Celebrate!

We’re excited to share some amazing news—Rachael Astle has officially passed her Community Health Worker (CHW) exam and is now a Certified CHW!

Rachael’s journey with Voices of Hope is a true testament to what hard work, heart, and purpose can achieve. She first joined us as a student through the Susquehanna Workforce Network, working toward her CPRS certification. While completing her 500-hour internship, it quickly became clear that Rachael brought something special to the table.

Her dedication, reliability, and genuine passion for helping others stood out right away—and we knew she was someone we wanted on our team. Since then, she’s grown from intern to staff member, continuing to lead with the same energy and excellence she started with.

Now, she’s added Certified CHW to her list of accomplishments, and we couldn’t be prouder!

Rachael—thank you for showing up, leaning in, and being a shining example of what this work is all about. We’re lucky to have you on this mission with us.

And if you have a passion for helping others in the community and becoming a beacon of hope for those who are dealing with substance use or behavioral health disorders, and are interested in getting your certification as a Community Health Worker or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, please visit our website: https://www.voicesofhopemaryland.org/

And fill out the Interest Form on our "Training & Certification" page.

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