Community Program Liaison

Milwaukee County Wisconsin•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

The Community Program Liaison oversees the Better Ways To Cope (BWTC) for Families sub-grantee program and supports successful implementation of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)-funded community activities. The role also manages TANF Necessities supplies and works with providers to distribute essential items to participants and their families.

Requirements

Be a current resident of Wisconsin.
Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Have at least one year of familiarity with mental health or substance use disorders.
Have knowledge of federal, state, and county regulations relating to the provision of behavioral health services.
Be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversee BWTC for Families sub-grantees and their TANF-funded activities.
Guide grantees through the grant cycle, from launch through implementation and completion.
Maintain regular communication with grantees and ensure compliance with program requirements.
Provide technical assistance, problem-solving support, and capacity-building resources 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 procurement, inventory control, and distribution of consumer items.
Ensure equitable and efficient distribution processes for families accessing the store.
Build relationships with grantees, community organizations, and internal BWTC staff.
Promote the TANF program and educate the community.
Participate in meetings, trainings, and community events as needed to support program visibility and engagement.
Assist with grant fidelity as needed, including programming, data, and incorporating ideas around social determinants of health.
Perform other duties as assigned.