The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking aHome Visiting Implementation Specialist to play an essential role in advancing maternal and child health initiatives through the Massachusetts Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Initiative (MA MIECHV). This position supports the implementation of vital home visiting programs, including Welcome Family and the Early Intervention Parenting Partnerships Program (EIPP), ensuring they are equitable, trauma-informed, and community-driven. By collaborating with state and local partners, this role enhances program effectiveness through monitoring, quality improvement, and strategic planning. This role also provides technical assistance to contracted agencies, supports fiscal sustainability efforts, and develops tools to streamline program implementation, ultimately strengthening services for pregnant individuals and parenting families across the state.

This role offers you the opportunity to engage in innovative projects that enhance program infrastructure and expand access to essential family support services. By leveraging data-driven decision-making, fostering cross-agency collaborations, and contributing to funding initiatives, you will shape the future of home visiting programs in Massachusetts. Those passionate about maternal and child health, racial equity, and community-centered care will find this position both meaningful and impactful, with opportunities for professional growth in leadership, policy development, and systems-level change.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Collaborate with state and local partners to implement equitable, trauma-informed, and community-driven home visiting programs for pregnant and parenting families. Serve as the primary contact for contracted agencies, providing technical assistance, monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and developing action plans to address program challenges. Develop and maintain standardized tools, processes, and procedures to support effective program implementation and model fidelity. Prepare and contribute to grant applications, reports, funding announcements, budgets, and contracts, ensuring timely submission and adherence to federal and state requirements. Utilize quantitative and qualitative data, including performance measures and family feedback, to drive program improvements, inform decision-making, and support innovation. Facilitate and coordinate meetings, learning collaboratives, and advisory committees with state and local partners to enhance program collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Support sustainability and expansion efforts by exploring payment and reimbursement options and strengthening financial strategies for long-term program viability. Engage in professional development opportunities related to maternal and child health, racial equity, quality improvement, and leadership to enhance program impact and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of human services planning, including social, economic, and ecological factors, as well as statistical methods, data analysis, and report writing. Ability to create and utilize charts, graphs, tables, and statistical calculations such as means, medians, modes, and standard deviations to support program evaluation. Proficiency in compiling, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to inform decision-making, program development, and reporting. Experience in facilitating meetings, discussions, and collaborative projects, including conflict resolution and team leadership. Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen actively, provide clear instructions, and effectively engage with diverse stakeholders at national, state, and community levels. Strong writing skills, including experience in grant writing, preparing reports, and developing clear, concise written communications. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, exercising sound judgment, discretion with confidential information, and attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish rapport, foster inclusive and respectful relationships, and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven coordination, communication, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills including ability to effectively engage stakeholders in challenging or deadline-oriented situations. Experience with program implementation, design, and monitoring, especially of home visiting programs. Understanding of and commitment to eliminating institutional and structural racism and an ability to apply racial equity frameworks and principles to programs and policies. Proven experience with grant writing, preparation, submission, and on-going monitoring and reporting. Experience working with community-based organizations. Experience with planning and implementing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives. Capacity to analyze quantitative and qualitative data to compile reports, inform program development and develop program recommendations and communicating finding to partners.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

Learn more and share a one-pager on DPH and what we do:DPH at a Glance PDF | Doc

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visithttp://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking aHome Visiting Implementation Specialist to play an essential role in advancing maternal and child health initiatives through the Massachusetts Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Initiative (MA MIECHV). This position supports the implementation of vital home visiting programs, including Welcome Family and the Early Intervention Parenting Partnerships Program (EIPP), ensuring they are equitable, trauma-informed, and community-driven. By collaborating with state and local partners, this role enhances program effectiveness through monitoring, quality improvement, and strategic planning. This role also provides technical assistance to contracted agencies, supports fiscal sustainability efforts, and develops tools to streamline program implementation, ultimately strengthening services for pregnant individuals and parenting families across the state.

This role offers you the opportunity to engage in innovative projects that enhance program infrastructure and expand access to essential family support services. By leveraging data-driven decision-making, fostering cross-agency collaborations, and contributing to funding initiatives, you will shape the future of home visiting programs in Massachusetts. Those passionate about maternal and child health, racial equity, and community-centered care will find this position both meaningful and impactful, with opportunities for professional growth in leadership, policy development, and systems-level change.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Collaborate with state and local partners to implement equitable, trauma-informed, and community-driven home visiting programs for pregnant and parenting families. Serve as the primary contact for contracted agencies, providing technical assistance, monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and developing action plans to address program challenges. Develop and maintain standardized tools, processes, and procedures to support effective program implementation and model fidelity. Prepare and contribute to grant applications, reports, funding announcements, budgets, and contracts, ensuring timely submission and adherence to federal and state requirements. Utilize quantitative and qualitative data, including performance measures and family feedback, to drive program improvements, inform decision-making, and support innovation. Facilitate and coordinate meetings, learning collaboratives, and advisory committees with state and local partners to enhance program collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Support sustainability and expansion efforts by exploring payment and reimbursement options and strengthening financial strategies for long-term program viability. Engage in professional development opportunities related to maternal and child health, racial equity, quality improvement, and leadership to enhance program impact and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of human services planning, including social, economic, and ecological factors, as well as statistical methods, data analysis, and report writing. Ability to create and utilize charts, graphs, tables, and statistical calculations such as means, medians, modes, and standard deviations to support program evaluation. Proficiency in compiling, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to inform decision-making, program development, and reporting. Experience in facilitating meetings, discussions, and collaborative projects, including conflict resolution and team leadership. Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen actively, provide clear instructions, and effectively engage with diverse stakeholders at national, state, and community levels. Strong writing skills, including experience in grant writing, preparing reports, and developing clear, concise written communications. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, exercising sound judgment, discretion with confidential information, and attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish rapport, foster inclusive and respectful relationships, and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven coordination, communication, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills including ability to effectively engage stakeholders in challenging or deadline-oriented situations. Experience with program implementation, design, and monitoring, especially of home visiting programs. Understanding of and commitment to eliminating institutional and structural racism and an ability to apply racial equity frameworks and principles to programs and policies. Proven experience with grant writing, preparation, submission, and on-going monitoring and reporting. Experience working with community-based organizations. Experience with planning and implementing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives. Capacity to analyze quantitative and qualitative data to compile reports, inform program development and develop program recommendations and communicating finding to partners.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

Learn more and share a one-pager on DPH and what we do:DPH at a Glance PDF | Doc

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visithttp://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional or paraprofessional experience in social work, social casework, health care administration, public health program administration, hospital administration, or in program administration or program management, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in social work, health care administration, hospital administration, public health or health services administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

II. A Graduate degree with a major in social work, health care administration, hospital administration, public health or health services administration may be substituted for the required experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional or paraprofessional experience in social work, social casework, health care administration, public health program administration, hospital administration, or in program administration or program management, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in social work, health care administration, hospital administration, public health or health services administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

II. A Graduate degree with a major in social work, health care administration, hospital administration, public health or health services administration may be substituted for the required experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.