Data Analyst

Crawford County Mental Health Center is taking applications for a full-time Data Analyst. This position will be responsible for generating, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decision-making processes that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and organizational performance. The Reporting Analyst will collaborate closely with clinical, administrative, and leadership teams to provide data-driven insights through the creation of reports, dashboards, and visualizations that reflect key performance indicators (KPIs), regulatory requirements in behavioral health services, and support specific strategic business initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Business, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and practical experience
• 2 years of experience in data analysis or reporting, preferably in healthcare, behavioral health, or related field
• Strong proficiency in Excel, SQL, and other data analysis tools
• Ability to work with large datasets and analyze complex data
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI
• Understanding of statistical analysis and modeling
• Knowledge of database design and data warehousing principles
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to set and meet deadlines

Essential Job Functions:

• Achieves competency and certification to effectively utilize electronic medical record software.
• Generate reports and dashboards to meet reporting requirements for federal, state and local grants
• Create ad-hoc reports to support specific business questions or strategic initiatives.
• Create charts, graphs, and narratives to help non-technical stakeholders understand complex data.
• Analyzes data for accuracy and completeness and identifies areas for potential improvement within data collection and entry.
• Works cooperatively with department supervisors and staff to identify and correct data problems impacting reporting.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, management, and other stakeholders to understand data needs, gather requirements, and ensure reports are aligned with organizational objectives.
• Maintains a list of available reports and parameters surrounding each report.
• Maintains a list of requested reports and works with direct supervisor to triage and prioritize report requests based on agency needs.
• Provides technical assistance to end users of electronic medical record software related to the reporting.
• Provides and/or coordinates training for new and existing staff as needed to allow agency staff optimal usage of data and utilization of reports built.
• Assist with regulatory reporting requirements related to state and federal health programs (e.g., Medicaid, Medicare), including preparing data for audits and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality and privacy laws, including HIPAA, in the handling and reporting of patient data.
• Help implement automated reporting tools and processes where possible to improve the timeliness and accuracy of data insights.
• Exhibit and promote decisions / behavior consistent with the Center’s established Vision, Mission, and Values.

Salary and benefits package starting at $57,000. Benefits package includes participation in KPERS Retirement System, paid sick and vacation, as well as health, dental, and life insurance.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,000