HS Supervisor - Early Childhood Health (HHS)

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Health Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for Walworth County's early childhood support programs, including the Birth-to-Three (B-3) Program and the Children's Long-Term Support (CLTS) Program. This role ensures high-quality service delivery for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and complex needs by managing program operations, supervising staff, and overseeing contracted service providers. The Supervisor is responsible for ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations, supporting best practices in early intervention, and fostering strong partnerships with families, providers, and community stakeholders.

Supervision

This position provides direct supervision to staff assigned to the Birth-to-Three (B-3) Program and the Children's Long-Term Support (CLTS) Program. Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day workflow and resource allocation to ensure efficient and compliant service delivery across both programs. Duties include interviewing, hiring, and training program staff; assigning and directing work; conducting performance evaluations; coaching and developing employees; and implementing corrective or disciplinary actions when necessary.

Schedule

• Division: Family Wellness & Preservation Division
• Days: Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Hours Per Shift: 8
• Shifts Per Pay Period: 10
• Position FTE: 1.00

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and performance management for internal staff supporting the Birth-to-Three and CLTS programs.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of both programs, ensuring services align with program requirements, timelines, and standards established by the County, DHS, and Medicaid.
• Manage and monitor contracts for Birth-to-Three early intervention providers and CLTS contracted service agencies, including performance oversight, compliance review, fiscal monitoring, and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of program evaluations, reporting requirements, and documentation.
• Develop, implement, and monitor program policies, procedures, and improvements to enhance service delivery and outcomes for children and families.
• Collaborate with community partners, schools, medical providers, county departments, and external agencies to support coordinated early childhood systems of care.
• Provide technical assistance, consultation, and guidance to staff and contractors regarding eligibility, service planning, family engagement, and program requirements.
• Monitor program budgets, billing, and authorizations for services; support efficient and compliant fiscal practices.
• Lead or participate in stakeholder meetings, community outreach efforts, and interagency collaborations to promote early childhood health and development services.
• Analyze program data and trends to support strategic planning and ensure high-quality, evidence-based practices.
• Support staff training and professional development aligned with early childhood best practices and evolving program expectations.
• Assist in program budget development and participate in monthly monitoring meetings. This includes coordinating efforts with Finance, Purchasing, and other divisions to procure services or products for the division.
• Assist in providing support for the annual CLTS and Birth-3 program reconciliation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, Special Education, or related field.
• Three or more years of professional experience in early childhood, developmental disabilities, human services, or related program areas.
• Experience supervising staff or managing programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the Birth-to-Three Program, IDEA Part C, and/or the Children's Long-Term Support Waiver Program preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development, early intervention principles, and family-centered service models.
• Ability to interpret and apply program rules, policies, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple programs and priorities.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with families, staff, providers, and community partners.
• Proficiency in data analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care principles is essential.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Wisconsin CLTS Functional Screen Certification (can obtain after hire)
• Valid driver's license.
• Proof of minimum auto liability insurance coverage.

Interactions & Communication

Position provides specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise in a clear, professional manner in oral and written communication methods.

Decision Making

This position has authority to make decisions that are consistent with policies and precedents; supervision and managerial direction are available as requested. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or the work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.

Thinking & Problem Solving

In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges and problems occurring in this position must be addressed within broader, department-wide procedures and practices.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Copy Machine
• FAX Machine
• Personal Computer/Printer
• Mobile Devices
• Telephone

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hand and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision.

Benefits

• Employment Status: At-will employees.
• Basis of Payment: Salaried, FLSA Exempt. Not eligible for overtime or compensatory time.
• Scheduled Time Off: Accrued based on salary each pay period. 15 days per year after 1 year of service; 20 days per year after 5 years; 25 days per year after 15 years. May be considered for additional STO based on continuous related experience per Ord. Sec. 15-515 (e).
• Personal Time Off: 64 hours as a lump sum at the beginning of each year (pro-rated for part-time and newly-hired employees). Remaining hours may be moved to extended sick leave bank or paid out on last pay date of the calendar year.
• Extended Sick Leave Bank: Used for time off of work for more serious health conditions that require three or more consecutive days off or when on an approved leave of absence.
• Holidays: Ten paid holidays each year. Part-time employees receive pro-rated holiday pay based on FTE.
• Health Insurance: Tier 1 (standard co-pay) or Tier 2 (High Deductible Health Plan with HSA). County contributes to HSA for Tier 2. Monthly premium split between County and employee. Eligible for employees in .75 FTE or higher positions.
• Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of premium for full-time and 50% for part-time employees (single or family coverage). Eligible for employees in .75 FTE or higher positions.
• Life Insurance: County provides $50,000 term life insurance. Optional additional coverage available for self, spouse, and/or dependents. Eligible for employees in .75 FTE or higher positions.
• Short-Term Disability Insurance: County-provided with premiums paid by employer. Eligible for employees in .50 FTE or higher positions (all benefits except Health) or .49 FTE or less (STD only).
• Long-Term Disability Insurance: Monthly premium is 0.83% of insured monthly wages. County pays 67%, employee pays 33%. Eligible for employees in .75 FTE or higher positions.
• Vision Insurance: Employee pays 100% of premium (single or family). Eligible for employees in .75 FTE or higher positions.
• Wisconsin Retirement System: Covered if expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours per year for a period of one year or more. Payment split between county and employee as prescribed by state law.