Program Manager

Program Manager - Must live in Laredo, Tx (or surrounding area)

MHP Salud is passionate about people. For more than 40 years, we've led the way in serving the underserved, improving access to health care and resources, and supporting children, families and individuals on their personal paths toward positive health and well-being. In addition to our community initiatives, MHP Salud remains a national leader in strengthening, supporting and advancing the public health workforce through sought-after training, support and apprenticeship initiatives. Our legacy remains strong because of our dedication to our workforce. We know to serve others well, we must serve our workforce well. We prioritize the health and well-being of employees, demonstrated through generous time off, a robust health plan, employer-paid dental and vision, generous employer contributions to employee 401Ks and much more. Beyond the benefits, the culture of MHP Salud is what attracts — and keeps — top employees with hearts to help others. From personalized growth and development plans for every employee, to an employee-led advisory board and an organization-wide commitment to creativity, respect and excellence, MHP Salud embraces the opportunity to provide a work environment for individuals to thrive.

Job Summary:
The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing at least one program or a group of staff working on a program. This role involves providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure program and organizational goals are achieved. The Program Manager ensures high-quality program implementation through strategic planning, staff coaching, and effective communication. This role also involves analyzing program data, contributing to funder reports, and fostering a culture of growth and innovation. All work is aligned with MHP Salud’s Strategic Plan, mission, vision, and values.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership and Coordination:

• Develop and oversee program work plans, performance targets, and timelines to ensure successful outcomes.
• Coordinate program activities to meet quality standards, comply with funder requirements, and adhere to organizational protocols.
• Actively contribute to strategic planning initiatives and align program goals with MHP Salud’s overarching objectives.

Staff Supervision and Development:

• Supervise and mentor program staff, fostering a positive, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment.
• Provide individual and team coaching, constructive feedback, and training to enhance staff performance and professional development.
• Assist with staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations.

Program Evaluation and Reporting:

• Monitor program performance through data analysis and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate on the development of narrative reports for funders, highlighting program successes and insights.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Monitor and manage program budgets, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.
• Provide input to the Program Director on budget planning and adjustments.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between program staff, other departments, and external stakeholders to promote seamless collaboration.
• Represent the organization at community and public meetings, or designate appropriate representatives as needed.
• Ensure clear and effective communication between Community Health Workers, organizational leadership, and key partners.

Problem Solving and Innovation:

• Proactively address challenges and foster an innovative approach to problem-solving within the program team.

Technology and Marketing:

• Support staff in the effective use of technology to optimize program efficiency.
• Partner with the marketing team to develop strategies that promote program visibility and impact.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or a related discipline).
• At least 4 years of experience in supervision and nonprofit/social services, preferably in community or health work. Experience working as a Community Health Workers is a plus.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven experience in supervising and mentoring staff, including performance evaluation and professional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on building trust and collaboration.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with experience preparing funder reports.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and external partners.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background screening, including: Local, state, and federal criminal and law checks. Employment reference checks. DMV check.
• Willingness to travel locally or out of state up to 10% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual proficiency: ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish.
• Experience in funder report writing.
• Grants management experience.

Exceptional Benefits at MHP Salud

At MHP Salud, we recognize that our strength lies in the well-being of our workforce. To serve others effectively, we are deeply committed to supporting our employees through extraordinary benefits and a thriving workplace culture.

We prioritize your health, financial security, and personal growth through:

• For health care, MHP Salud covers a portion of premiums for employees (95% of employee only), or employee plus 1 (75%), or employee plus family plans (85%).
• We pay 100% of the employee's dental and vision plans, with the option to add coverage for dependents.
• We provide employer-paid life insurance ($50K) and offer you the ability to add more for yourself and your spouse and children.
• We provide employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance for our employees.
• You are immediately vested in our 401K retirement plan with an employer contribution of 3% of your salary. A match of 50 cents for every dollar up to 5%.
• In addition to 12 paid holidays, employees receive 80 hours of vacation annually, with increases at years 3, 6, and 11: 120 hours at year 3, 160 hours at year 6, and 200 hours at year 11. Sick time can accrue up to 240 hours.

But what truly sets MHP Salud apart is our inclusive, growth-oriented culture:

• Personalized Development: Each employee receives tailored growth and development plans.
• Employee Voice: An employee-led advisory board ensures your ideas and feedback are heard.
• Core Values in Action: Collaboration, Respect, and Growth are the foundation of how we work together.

These benefits are yours as a full-time regular employee. At MHP Salud, we don’t just offer benefits — we provide an environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

MHP Salud is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Supervising: 4 years (Required)
• Community Health Worker: 2 years (Preferred)
• Non-Profit: 4 years (Required)
• Building Community Partnerships: 4 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish and English fluently (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Remote

Salary : $58,000 - $65,000