MFP Data Support Specialist

MFP Data Support Specialist

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Role Overview:

The full working title of this role is Money Follows the Person Project Coordinator. This role is integral to the BDS central office team, serving as the Indiana Money Follows the Person (MFP) Project Coordinator. Money Follows the Person provides an enhanced federal match for services and supports to help seniors and people with disabilities move from institutions into communities. Your role will oversee and coordinate long-term care services and supports that include MFP and the Pre-Admission Screening Resident Review (PASRR). You will work collaboratively with other team members within the Division, as well as coordination with other subject matter experts in the FSSA.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, procedures and program regulations as they pertain to HCBS waivers, Supervised Group Living settings, Nursing Facilities, and other relevant program areas. They will have a thorough understanding of the disability population with regard to service needs, specific behavioral concerns, health issues, and challenges. Specialized knowledge of community resources, both public and private is desired.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $55,224.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Assists with transferring raw data to the appropriate location for use in data analysis projects.

Utilizes existing documentation and guidance from senior staff to wrangle, clean, and validate agency data sources.

Contributes to general analysis of agency datasets.

Conducts data quality checks to ensure the validity and cleanliness of agency datasets prior to their use in analysis and reporting.

Interprets data and from multiple sources using a variety of analytical techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation to data mining, to supporting statistical methodologies.

Develops compelling data visualizations to communicate findings to target audience(s).

Adheres to HIPAA, PII, PHI and other state statutes concerned with protecting data confidentiality and individual privacy.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either:

an Associate's Degree with some experience, or

at least 2+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

Experience with data manipulation, including cleansing, standardizing, and transforming.

Knowledge of statistical software, open-source programming languages, and database querying or demonstrated ability to learn.

Experience with SQL, Tableau, R, Python, PowerBI, and/or ArcGIS.

Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.

Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Broad knowledge of data analysis, analytics, or statistics or demonstrated ability to learn.

Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and fluid demands.

Ability to maintain effective and professional working relationships with internal and external customers.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.