Factors influencing the organizational engagement of village health volunteers, after the COVID-19 Outbreak in Phayao Province
Journal Title: Journal of Public Health and Development - Year 2024, Vol 22, Issue 3
Abstract
Village health volunteers (VHVs) play a crucial role in promoting health advancements and enhancing community well-being. This cross-sectional descriptive study investigates the factors influencing organizational engagement among VHVs in Phayao Province. Data were collected from 400 volunteers using a questionnaire. Participants were selected through a multistage sampling method, with data collection conducted from April to May 2023. Analytical methods included descriptive statistics, Pearson’s product-moment correlation, and multiple linear regression. The findings revealed that the majority of volunteers were female (77%), aged between 41-60 years (62.3%), married (81.3%), with over ten years of experience (61%), and had educational levels of high school or vocational certificate (46.8%). Most volunteers were agriculturists (63.5%), with incomes below 5,000 baht (54%), and served as general members (74.5%) in a single role (78.8%), primarily under the provincial administrative organization (54%). The scoresfor motivational factors, quality of life, and organizational engagement were high. The multiple regression analysis reveals that responsibility, the nature of the work itself, and recognition are significant predictors of organizational engagement among VHVs in Phayao Province. These factors collectively explain over half of the variance in engagement levels (R2=0.511, P-value < 0.05), highlighting their crucial role in enhancing organizational engagement and satisfaction among the volunteers. Consequently, the study suggests that organizations should ensure appropriate working conditions and respect to foster greater engagement among VHVs.
Authors and Affiliations
Prachuab Lamluk, Sunanta Wongrattanakamon
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- EP ID EP744901
- DOI 10.55131/jphd/2024/220315
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