Introduction
Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is
an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication -
big city appeal without the big city hassles. We are accessible and affordable,
and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years,
bringing together its unsurpassed charm with top-flight arts and cultural
attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational
opportunities, and great restaurants.
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse
workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City's
residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of
public servants, please consider the following opportunity.
Purpose
Under the direction of the Healthcare Access Program
Manager, the Healthcare Access Program Coordinator supports the Community
Health Access Program (CHAP) through outreach, educational and training opportunities
and operational administration.
Essential Functions
Program Coordination and Administration
- Maintain the CHAP database, ensuring appropriate
documentation and data collection.
- Assist in coordination of hiring processes, professional
development opportunities and administration of tasks for program staff.
- Support the Program Manager in conducting regular program
audits and implementing quality improvement measures.
- Develop, maintain, and update policies and procedures to
align with funding sources and evidence-based models.
- Track and document training delivered to CHAP staff.
- Assist with programmatic reporting and grant writing.
Outreach, Collaboration and Program Promotion
- Create outreach strategies to strengthen and increase
programmatic reach.
- Assist in the creation, design, and distribution of
marketing materials.
- Coordinate, attend, lead, and present at educational
meetings and community events.
- Establish and maintain collaborative professional relationships
with grantor partners, community agencies, and other MHD staff.
- Oversee systems that document program efforts, client
participation, referrals, and follow up.
Application Assistance
- Assess the needs of walk in customers and assist them in
applying to programs for which they qualify (i.e. Badger Care Plus, CORE plan,
Family Planning Waiver, and other Medicaid programs). Make referrals to
internal or external programs.
- Track enrolled clients; complete and review data entry.
- Provide information and outreach to non-traditional
populations; provide eligibility information.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
- Standard work hours are 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday through
Friday; occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.
- Must travel between MHD and other community-based sites
and/or work at multiple locations.
- Travel outside the City of Milwaukee for job related
training, presentations and conferences; occasional overnight travel may be
required.
- The pre-employment medical requirements for this position
include:
- Physical Exam w/ Lift test
- Vision Exam
- Audio-Gram
- Drug Screen - Non DOT
- Varicella Vaccine
- Current Covid-19 Vaccine
- MMR Vaccine
- TB Test, annually throughout employment
- Hep B Vaccine
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in public health, human services, health
education, social work, healthcare management or a closely related field from
an accredited college or university.
- One year of professional experience in public health, health
education, public benefits, social work, human service, community health or
healthcare administration performing duties closely related to the essential
functions listed above.
- Valid driver's license and use of a properly insured vehicle
for use on the job at time of appointment and throughout employment. Mileage
reimbursement is provided pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code of
Ordinances.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also
be considered; i.e. an associate degree in a health-related field from an
accredited college or university and three years of full-time, related
experience as listed in #2 above would be considered equivalent.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to
your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates'
education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any
job offers.
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to provide interpretation for clients who speak
Spanish, Hmong or another language.
- Knowledge of State or Federal Benefit Program including
BadgerCare, Foodshare, Family Planning Only Services, Medicaidor
Marketplace.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Knowledge of healthcare access, healthcare enrollment and
public benefit programs.
- Ability to read and accurately apply a variety of technical
instructions, such as policies, procedures, operating instructions and
administrative rules.
- Ability to use spreadsheet, database, project management and
word processing software to develop reports, business correspondence and
summary data.
- Ability to utilize public health data systems and data
collection tools.
- Ability to gather and interpret data and respond to data
requests.
- Ability to monitor staff work activities, assign duties,
outline work methods, direct work in progress and check or inspect completed
work.
Communication and Interpersonal
- Written communications skills to create reports and business
correspondence.
- Verbal communication and presentation skills to represent
the program effectively.
- Ability to effectively communicate to a wide variety of
audiences.
- Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose
backgrounds may differ from one's own.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment with diverse
groups of people and at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of highly
supportive team.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative working
relationships with a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff, the public,
city officials and other outside agencies.
- Ability to exhibit cultural awareness and sensitivity.
- Ability to mentor others.
Judgment and Analytical Skills
- Ability to use sound judgment to solve complex problems and
make decisions.
- Honesty, integrity and the ability to maintain
confidentiality.
- Ability to be diplomatic and to operate with tact and
professionalism.
- Ability to plan, organize, and accomplish work, manage
multiple assignments simultaneously and meet
deadlines.
Current Salary
The current salary range (2FN) is $56,037-$71,754 annually,
and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $57,718-$73,907
annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of
experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit
program that includes the following:
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Clinic Services
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
- Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Commuter Value Pass
For full details of the benefits offered by the City of
Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits
Selection Process
THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist
of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or
responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a
structured interview or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee
Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to
structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may
include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be
determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The examination will be held as soon
as practical after the application deadline listed above. Receipt of
applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior
notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been
met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the
examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not
provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for
attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place
designated by the City of Milwaukee.
Additional Information
- APPLICATION and further information may be accessed by
visiting.
- Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline
listed above.
- If you would like assistance completing an application,
please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or.
- The Department of Employee Relations is located in City
Hall, 200EWellsSt, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
Conclusion
EEO = 206
The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is
an equal opportunity employer.