Director, Well-Being Programs

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking a strategic leader to develop and execute the enterprise well‑being strategy, advancing the physical, mental, emotional, and workplace well‑being of team members. You will partner with provider well‑being leaders and act as the organization’s SME and executive advisor on workforce well‑being.

You will collaborate with HR, Benefits, and operations to drive measurable improvements in engagement, retention, productivity, and culture, while overseeing program design,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health or people-focused field.
• Advanced degree preferred in related disciplines.
• Experience in workforce well-being, benefits, or population health.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes enterprise well-being strategy aligned with priorities.
• Serves as senior advisor to executives on workforce well-being trends and opportunities.
• Leads governance and cross-functional partnerships for organizational alignment.
• Oversees design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise well-being programs.
• Manages budgets, vendor partnerships, and ROI measurement.

Skills

Executive presence

Analytical thinking

Financial acumen

Vendor management

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion, Public Health, HR, Business Admin

Master's degree in Nursing, Psychology, Public Health, Business Admin

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well‑being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

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Job Summary

Leads the development and execution of Children's Wisconsin's enterprise well‑being strategy, advancing the physical, mental, emotional, and workplace well‑being of team members. Serves in dyad leadership with provider well‑being leaders and acts as the organization's subject matter expert and executive advisor on workforce well‑being. Partners across executive leadership, HR, Benefits, and operational teams to drive measurable improvements in engagement, retention, productivity, workforce health, and organizational culture. Accountable for enterprise strategy, program execution, financial stewardship, and organizational impact.

Essential Functions

Develops and executes a system-wide well‑being strategy aligned with organizational priorities and workforce needs. Serves as the primary advisor to executive leadership on workforce well‑being trends, risks, opportunities, and best practices. Establishes and advances a well‑being roadmap that strengthens culture, leadership effectiveness, workforce resilience, and employee experience. Leads governance structures and cross‑functional partnerships to ensure organizational alignment, prioritization, and accountability. Provides dyad leadership with provider well‑being leaders to drive integrated workforce and provider well‑being initiatives. Oversees the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise well‑being programs, including mental health, resilience, physical health, financial well‑being, and workplace experience initiatives. Directs daily operations of the Healthy Rewards program, including vendor management, communications, wellness champion engagement, reimbursement administration, and team member support. Leads and develops the well‑being team, ensuring programs align with organizational strategy and total rewards objectives. Establishes metrics, dashboards, and benchmarks to measure program effectiveness, organizational impact, and return on investment. Oversees budget planning, financial management, and vendor partnerships to maximize value, effectiveness, and sustainability. Fosters relationships with external partners and represents the organization as a leader in workforce well‑being. Monitors industry trends, emerging practices, and regulatory requirements to drive innovation and compliance.

People Management Responsibility

Responsible for team engagement, recruitment, performance management, coaching, development, and other people leadership responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion, Public Health, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field Master's degree in Nursing, Psychology, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field

Experience

7+ years progressive experience in workforce well‑being, benefits, population health, or related field required 5+ years leadership experience, including direct management of teams and/or enterprise programs. required Experience in a complex, multi‑site, or healthcare environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proven ability to develop and execute enterprise strategies with measurable business impact Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders and stakeholders Deep knowledge of workforce well‑being, population health, and employee experience trends Strong analytical, financial, and data‑driven decision‑making skills Experience with budgeting, ROI analysis, and vendor management Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling abilities Demonstrated success leading change and driving cultural transformation High emotional intelligence and ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or similar certification preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

BLS – Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or National Safety Council)

Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council

Children’s Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the base of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Dedicated solely to the health and well‑being of children. We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well‑being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well‑respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.