Empowering Families of Milwaukee Program Manager

About the role

The City of Milwaukee seeks a dedicated individual to lead the Empowering Families of Milwaukee (EFM) Program, overseeing home-visiting programs, the EFM Program, and the Direct Assistance to Dads (DAD) Project. These programs aim to improve birth outcomes and overall family well-being for Milwaukee residents.

Responsibilities

Program Management

- Implement approved evidence-based home visitation models to enhance birth outcomes and engage fathers in services. - Develop, integrate, and monitor program goals, objectives, and outcomes. - Coordinate services and evaluate processes related to the EFM program and DAD Project. - Provide leadership and training for case management and home visiting teams. - Analyze data to ensure program success and collaborate with relevant departments. - Manage budgets, contracts, and report preparation. - Present to the Common Council on matters related to the EFM Program and DAD Project. - Ensure quality improvement strategies are implemented and maintain community referral sources.

Program Development

- Collect and analyze data for program development. - Provide expertise to related MHD projects and proposals. - Identify and secure grant funding opportunities. - Write proposals using program data and other relevant sources. - Revise case management and home visiting protocols based on research and evaluations. - Implement quality improvement strategies and maintain community referral sources.

Supervision

- Oversee home visiting teams, support staff, and supervisors of the EFM and DAD Project. - Hire and train new staff, providing mentorship and conducting performance appraisals. - Ensure staff comply with EFM and MHD policies and procedures and enforce progressive discipline when necessary.

Community Collaboration

- Collaborate with various MHD programs, community organizations, and external partners. - Serve as the primary spokesperson for the EFM Program and DAD Project. - Identify, recruit, and support primary partners for healthy pregnancy and birth outcomes. - Participate in committees related to reducing infant mortality and other coalitions/initiatives.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in community health, health education, public health, nursing, social work, or a related field from an accredited institution. - Three years of progressively responsible experience in community or public health program management and oversight, including supervisory experience. - Valid driver’s license and a properly insured vehicle for job-related activities. - Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, or Russian (desirable). - Master’s degree in a related field (desirable).

Qualifications

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong project management and analytical skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with proprietary software used by the MHD. - Experience with reflective and direct supervision of program staff. - Familiarity with home visiting, maternal and child health, and child attachment.

Skills

- Technical knowledge of public health, community home visiting programs, and case management principles. - Project management skills. - Data analysis and evaluation abilities. - Leadership and motivational skills. - Communication and interpersonal skills. - Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work under pressure and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

The City of Milwaukee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans, health and dental insurance, parental leave, wellness programs, and flexible work schedules.