Coordinated Entry Systems Data Associate

Description

SUMMARY 

The Coordinated Entry Systems Data Associate position coordinates, analyzes and interprets coordinated entry data for community planning purposes. The Coordinated Entry Systems Data Associate provides effective leadership to advise internal and external leaders on system level change to improve coordinated entry outcomes. Required activities fall within three categories: 1) extrapolation and interpretation of coordinated entry HMIS data; 2) provide technical assistance to internal (CARES staff members) and external leaders (Coordinated Entry Lead agencies, committees and CoC Board) to assist with coordinated entry operations, evaluation, and monitoring; and 3) in coordination with internal leaders provide general system level performance evaluation, monitoring and advisement to external leaders.  

Requirements

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Present up-to-date high-quality coordinated entry data analysis to internal and external leaders. 
• Support and perform coordinated entry data management. 
• Provide administrative and data-focused support for the coordinated entry system. 
• Conduct in-person and virtual training for regional partner organizations participating in the CE system. 
• At the direction of the Partner Services Director and/or Associate Director oversee the CE system’s operations and provide support to ensure smooth functioning.  
• Facilitate Coordinated Entry Case Review meetings.  
• Support the development and implementation of a coordinated entry data quality and performance plan per affiliated Continuum of Care.  
• At the direction of the Partner Services Director and/or Associate Director of Coordinated Entry, collaboratively support learning opportunities to strengthen knowledge of best-coordinated entry practices for both internal and external stakeholders.   
• Work collaboratively with the Planning and HMIS Units to leverage policy and data to inform strategic planning and system-wide coordinated entry management and evaluation. 
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requests made by the Associate Director of Coordinated Entry 
• Adapt to changing work priorities and a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional attitude. 
• Maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with people both internally and externally as it relates to the operations and business of affiliated CoCs. 
• Work independently and maintain confidentiality at all times. 
• Perform other duties as required. 

EXPERIENCE 

• Two (2) years minimum working in a non-profit, community-based, and/or advocacy organization. 

EDUCATION  

• Associate degree preferred. 
• Two years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree. 

Additional Education or Certification: A degree in one or more of the following is preferred: Psychology, Social Work, or Human Services. 

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

• Working knowledge of: Microsoft Office Suite including MS Word and Excel. 
• Creativity and demonstrated problem-solving ability.  
• A passion for working with communities to prevent and end homelessness. 
• Excellent verbal communication and rapport-building skills.  
• Excellent written communication skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and a high level of integrity and confidentiality. 
• Access to reliable transportation is required.  

TRAVEL 

Travel in the field as necessary. 

LOCATION 

5 Pine West, Albany home office; virtually three days a week. Subject to change at any time.  

WORK WEEK 

Full-time role, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday with hours flexible between 7:30 am-6:00 pm 

POSITION CLASSIFICATION 

Non-Exempt 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the successful completion of a background check.  

Salary : $24 - $26