Wisconsin

Wisconsin

Rural CHW Program Coach

University of Wisconsin Madison

No sponsorshipDetected 6 days ago
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About the role

  • Knowledge of CHW workforce training and technical assistance (TTA) models,
  • Knowledge of CHW sustainability strategies
  • Knowledge of rural health contexts and the unique organizational considerations for CHW integration in rural and underserved communities

Responsibilities

  • Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement
  • Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program
  • Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials
  • Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members
  • Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers
  • Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program
  • This position works with grantee organizations to strengthen CHW program start-up, implementation, and sustainability - tailoring support to their unique context and needs.
  • Drawing on their own experience as a CHW, the Rural CHW Program Coach anticipates the practical challenges CHWs and organizations face, proactively problem-solves, and provides support that strengthens capacity and effectiveness.
  • Employees may use their own transportation or receive approval for University Car Fleet usage.
  • Demonstrated understanding of CHW values and practice, including trust-based relationship building and community accountability

Requirements

  • Experience working with CHW workforce development efforts
  • Comfort using common office and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, or similar platforms
  • We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
  • For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.
  • Required Qualifications:

Nice to have

  • Project management experience
  • Experience working within grant-funded programs or supporting grantees
  • Knowledge of Medicaid CHW sustainability policies and approaches
  • Experience living in or supporting rural or tribal communities
  • Experience with CHW sustainability policies and approaches
  • Cover letter required

Skills

  • Skill in facilitating communities of practice, learning collaboratives, or peer-learning spaces
  • Skill in coaching, providing feedback and supporting quality improvement
  • Skill in tracking and reporting on community needs and TTA activities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Key Job Responsibilities:
  • May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending

Compensation

  • The minimum salary for the position is $ 70,000 annually

Benefits

  • School of Medicine and Public Health, UW Population Health Institute
  • The UW Population Health Institute (UWPHI) works to improve the health of all people in Wisconsin and beyond by conducting research and providing technical assistance to policymakers, practitioners, and communities.
  • B achelor's degree in public health, community health, social work, or a related field is preferred
  • Knowledge of Community Health Worker core roles, standards, and values - including trust-building, community accountability, cultural humility, and CHW-led practice
  • Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • retirement benefits.
  • For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage.
  • SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026
  • Lived or professional experience as a Community Health Worker (CHW) or Community Health Representative (CHR)

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas.
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