Associate Program Manager, Wellness West

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to join a passionate community of people who are changing how health care is delivered? A place where you will find a career you love while truly making a difference building healthier communities. If this sounds like you, we would love to have you apply as Associate Program Manager, Wellness West with Medical Home Network!

Since 2009, Medical Home Network (MHN) has partnered with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) nationwide to transform care in the safety net, reduce health disparities, and build healthier communities. A mission-driven public benefit corporation, MHN helps FQHCs succeed in value-based care through technology, care model innovation, and strong partnerships. Our proven approach delivers leading health outcomes, lower costs, and elevated quality performance. We’re expanding our reach and impact to help more FQHCs enhance care for their patients. Modern Healthcare has named MHN one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare for four years running (2021–2024). MHN was recently recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2025.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Our temporary Associate Program Manager is accountable for supporting the development and implementation of Wellness West. Working closely with the Wellness West leadership, the Associate Program Manager plays a lead role in driving initiatives and the Operations team to develop executive operational plans that align with Wellness West’s strategic goals.

This person must have the ability to partner cross-functionally and to remain highly adaptable in a launch context. It is expected that the successful candidate will accelerate in this role by driving results against objectives and working effectively within an integrated multistakeholder management framework.

THE PERKS:

• Fun, challenging, and collaborative work environment with passionate colleagues that care deeply about healthcare delivery.
• Recognized as One of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare.
• 6-month temporary position.
• Candidates must be based in the Chicago area; the role is hybrid with some onsite work required in the office and community.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

• Work closely with Wellness West leadership to lead operational planning and execution of programs.
• Drive day-to-day management of program activities to achieve strategic goals and deadlines.
• Coordinate Wellness West Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, agenda development, materials preparation, and documentation of meeting minutes and action items.
• Track and follow up on board-related deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for board member onboarding, communications, and engagement activities.
• Lead and organize the team to execute projects in a timely manner; create and manage project plans, establish timelines, and follow up on action items.
• Facilitate regular meetings with MHN’s product development team to support Wellness West’s database and technology development.
• Manage coordination of the Race Health Equity Committee, Clinical Committee, and subcommittees, including agenda preparation, materials, and follow-up.
• Oversee ad hoc workgroups, ensuring consistent processes for materials, logistics, and follow-up.
• Partner with MHN’s Contract & Compliance Manager to track and support execution of provider agreements and related documents.
• Support leadership and the Program Evaluator in regular reporting to HFS.
• Build and maintain relationships with community-based organization (CBO) partners; serve as liaison to West Side United to support CBO program implementation and manage the Community Advisory Group.
• Represent Wellness West in the community and with key partners to strengthen its position as a local, community-based network.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years relevant experience in project management
• 1-3 years’ experience working in program management in social services or related field
• Enthusiasm for working in underserved communities
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Tech savvy with experience using social media
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to collaborate, establish trust and build relationships at all levels of the organization

Medical Home Network is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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