Erin Behrmann Email & Phone Number

Ann Arbor

Medicaid School-based Services TA CenterLeading a multidisciplinary team providing technical assistance (TA) to state Medicaid agencies and state and local education agencies to comply with new CMS guidance for school-based Medicaid programs and expand access to free care services. Supporting CMS oversight of SBS service utilization and costs using T-MSIS Analytic Files and other data sources.ASPE School-based Behavioral Health StudyDirecting a qualitative study and technical… Show more Medicaid School-based Services TA CenterLeading a multidisciplinary team providing technical assistance (TA) to state Medicaid agencies and state and local education agencies to comply with new CMS guidance for school-based Medicaid programs and expand access to free care services. Supporting CMS oversight of SBS service utilization and costs using T-MSIS Analytic Files and other data sources.ASPE School-based Behavioral Health StudyDirecting a qualitative study and technical expert panel with federal and state officials to identify exemplar practices for braiding federal grant and entitlement funding to sustain SBMH programs.CDC Foundation Vaccine Resource HubDirecting a project curating resources for the VRH, a public site that provides engaging and fact-based resources for community-based organizations working in BIPOC communities to increase vaccine access and confidence. Managed multiple workstreams including a resource review team, continuous quality improvement team, and public communications team. Integrating School Nurses into School-based Behavioral HealthLed a series of virtual convenings with school nurses and school-based mental health stakeholders collecting data on their roles and priorities for school-based mental health. Developed a consensus document defining a way forward for integrated school-based mental health teams.Champions for School Health Grant Grant and Evaluation DesignDirected a project, in partnership with the National Association of School Nurses, defining the Champions for School Health grant strategy to promote COVID-19 vaccine uptake and confidence among the pediatric population (ages 5-11) through school-based immunization services.Medicaid Managed Care Program State Technical AssistanceLed technical assistance for state and federal Medicaid partners supporting the first Medicaid Managed Care Program Annual Reporting (MCPAR) submission, reviewing managed care contracts, and developing a health equity toolkit. Show less

Washington D.C.

Support congressional oversight of Department of Defense and Department of State programs. Led qualitative studies of programs and recommended program restructuring to improve performance and alignment with strategic goals. Evaluate programs by reviewing current operations, designing data collection methods, gathering and analyzing information, and communicating recommendations through reports, briefings, and supporting testimony to congressional clients. Maintained core values of integrity and… Show more Support congressional oversight of Department of Defense and Department of State programs. Led qualitative studies of programs and recommended program restructuring to improve performance and alignment with strategic goals. Evaluate programs by reviewing current operations, designing data collection methods, gathering and analyzing information, and communicating recommendations through reports, briefings, and supporting testimony to congressional clients. Maintained core values of integrity and reliability by incorporating performance audit principles and processes into all reviews. Show less

Pittsburgh, Pa And Fondwa, Haiti

Developed program monitoring and evaluation system for assessing gaps between desired program results and actual results with Master’s candidates at the University of Pittsburgh. Conducted community focus groups, interviews, and site visits in Haiti to monitor project performance. Trained members of Haitian non-governmental organizations to utilize a poverty assessment tool that resulted in the collection of baseline poverty data

Michigan State University

Evaluated education and macroeconomic policies using qualitative and quantitative methods. Generated policy recommendations based on research outputs aimed at increasing the competitiveness of the high-tech sector in the area and connecting employers with sources for skilled workers. Presented findings to state and local government officials and academic leaders

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Conducted grassroots fundraising campaign to raise approximately $2,500 for Great Lakes environmental efforts. Advocated with state and local politicians and business leaders to support environmental campaigns. Coordinated a publicity campaign across multiple media sources that was successfully covered by local press

Master Of International Development, Human Security

Ba, International Relations

Fleet Seminar Program- National Security And Strategic Decision Making