Find & Apply For Program Manager Jobs in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Please note:

an online application must be submitted for consideration. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Community Program Liaison Behavioral Health Services -

SUD Team Hourly Pay Range:

$26.88 - $40.31

Closing Date:

11/15/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 applications

Job Summary:

The Community Program Liaison will be responsible for overseeing the Better Ways To Cope (BWTC) for Families sub-grantee program and ensuring successful implementation of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funded community activities. Additionally, this role will manage the TANF Necessities supplies while working closely with providers to distribute essential items to participants and their families.

Essential Responsibilities:

Oversee all BWTC for Families sub grantees and their TANF funded activities. Guide grantees through each stage of the grant cycle from launch to implementation and completion. Maintain regular communication with grantees, ensuring compliance with program requirements. Provide technical assistance, problem solving support, and capacity building resources as needed to BWTC for Families agencies. Monitor progress, documentation, and reporting to ensure alignment with TANF objectives and fiscal expectations. Collaborate with internal teams to support program quality and performance measurement. Partner with the DHHS Fiscal Team, Coakley, and contracted providers to coordinate the procurement, inventory control, and distribution of consumer items. Ensure equitable and efficient distribution processes for families accessing the store. Build strong relationships with grantees, community organizations, and internal BWTC staff. Engage in activities that promote the TANF program and educate the community at large. Participate in meetings, trainings, and community events as needed to support program visibility and engagement. As needed, assist with grant fidelity as it relates to programming, data, and incorporating ideas around social determinates of health. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Current resident of Wisconsin. Possession of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. At least one (1) year of familiarity with mental health/substance use disorders. Knowledgeable of federal, state, and county regulations relation to the provision of behavioral health services. Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 lbs.

NOTE:

This

ORIGINAL APPLICATION

is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

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