Data Science and Informatics Specialist 2 (DSIS2SPI)

Data Science and Informatics Specialist 2 (DSIS2/SPI)

This Data Science and Informatics Specialist 2 (DSIS2) serves as the analyst for the data validation analysis and modeling for the programs represented in the Trueblood Contempt Settlement Agreement which addresses diverting people from the criminal legal system competency evaluation and restorative services. These community-based programs provide intensive case management housing support and services and outpatient competency restoration.

This position directly contributes to bringing behavioral health care access to over 2.5 million Washingtonians. If you are looking for a data driven career that does meaningful work please apply!

All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.

About the division:

The DATA (Data Acquisition Transformation and Analytics) team of the Health Care Authority (HCA) within the Strategy Policy and Innovation (SPI) division is responsible for leading agency data strategy; and leading the implementation maintenance and enhancement of the data management analytics and reporting systems that inform agency leadership in support of HCAs goals as well as for monitoring program performance to ensure accountability and alignment with agency activities.

About the position:

This position provides full-time programmatic data analysis and reporting support for six behavioral health programs under the Trueblood Contempt Settlement Agreement: Outpatient Competency Restoration; Forensic Projects for the Assistance in Transition from Homelessness; Forensic Housing and Recovery through Peer Services; Crisis Housing Vouchers; Post FHARPS Global Leasing; and Trueblood Diversion Programs. This position will support program needs for monitoring of behavioral health provider resources and population needs to inform policy decisions improving access to behavioral health services.

This position is eligible to telework and is typically not required to report on-site.The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions both on-site and telework eligible positions is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. HCA has currently suspended the ability to support out-of-state telework.

Some of what you will do:

• Analyze and interpret program data from multiple data systems including but not limited to HCAs PDAMS data capture system Excel and Department of Social and Human Services Navigator Case Management System.
• Develop and implement routine systemic data quality checks and data cleaning protocols using statistical software such as R SAS and SQL.
• Conduct analysis of program operations and workflows where needed and assist with development of scope and specifications for system design and/or use cases.
• Develop reports and presentations.
• Create and review operational dashboards interactive visualizations and graphs reports and presentations to provide real-time data analysis using tools such as PowerBi Tableau R code and Excel.
• Develop and produce program metrics and outputs to inform DBHR program management.
• Combine multiple data formats and sources to meet analytic project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the DBHR program management team to help identify data collection development and enhancement of data capture systems.
• Inform and act as subject matter expert for complex data definitions analysis logic models and required reporting
• Develop health care data science modeling evaluation research and statistical analysis for populations served by DBHR programs.
• Develop interpret communicate and present data science findings to a variety of audiences including colleagues policymakers and the public.

Required qualifications:

Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:

Option 1:

• Masters degree in informatics data science mathematics computer science statistics biostatistics epidemiology or related technical or quantitative field.

Option 2:

• Bachelors degree in informatics data science mathematics computer science statistics biostatistics epidemiology or related technical or quantitative field.
• Two (2) years of professional experience performing data science or informatics data work which includes working with complex health care behavioral health and/or public health analytics data visualization software and R SAS SQL M code and/or Python programming.

Option 3:

• Associate degree in informatics data science mathematics computer science statistics biostatistics epidemiology or related technical or quantitative field.
• Four (4) years of professional experience performing data science or informatics data work which includes working with complex health care behavioral health and/or public health analytics data visualization software and R SAS SQL M code and/or Python programming.

Option 4:

• Six (6) years of professional experience performing data science or informatics data work. Experience must include at least two (2) years experience working with complex health care behavioral health and/or public health analytics data visualization software and R SAS SQL M code and/or Python programming.

Required competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect organize analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred qualifications:

• Professional experience using SQL.
• Experience that demonstrates knowledge of prevention outpatient and/or residential service delivery systems for behavioral health for youth and adults.
• Advanced experience working with large and complex data sets; advanced level SQL R Python SAS or other programming skills.
• Experience with data visualization using Power BI Tableau and other similar visualization tools.
• Knowledge of medical and/or pharmacy coding such as ICD-10 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and/or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes.
• Experience with health care business and systems; research methods; advanced statistical theory and techniques.
• Knowledge of the structure and operations of behavioral health systems at the local state and/or national levels.
• Comfortable interacting with staff members at all levels of the agency; high level of workload management including organization and prioritization of tasks; ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated planning critical thinking/analytical skills and commitment to collaborative teamwork.
• Proficiency in problem identification ability to view issues from multiple perspectives and generate a variety of solutions.
• Oral communication skills facilitating small group meetings written communication including concisely worded and professional e-mail communication short concise memoranda flow diagrams logic models graphics and other visualizations.

How to apply:

Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach them in separate files:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy) NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in .

About HCA:

Functioning as both the states largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.

There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars HCA purchases health care including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention crisis and recovery supports to all Washington residents.

What we have to offer:

• Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
• A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCAs Mission Vision & Values
• A healthy work/life balance including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
• A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
• A safe pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants and shopping nearby.
• And free parking!

Notes:

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse inclusive workplace aligned with HCAs mission.Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women racial and ethnic minorities and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age disabled and Vietnam era veterans as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them please contact us at . Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Jake Nelko at or .

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