Child First Data Specialist Child First, Inc. Central Program Office Program Description Child First is an innovative, two-generation, home-based intervention that decreases the incidence of serious emotional disturbance, developmental and learning problems, and abuse and neglect among high-risk, very young children and their families. Child First has been designated by Health and Human Services (HHS) as one of the 13 evidence-based home visiting models under the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Initiative (MIECHV). Child First uses a team approach that combines (1) a psychotherapeutic, attachment-based, trauma-informed, dyadic intervention with (2) care coordination, providing wrap-around services and supports for the whole family. Most families have experienced multiple challenges, including poverty, violence, depression, substance use, and homelessness. Child First has a statewide Network of 14 affiliate agencies in Connecticut, giving it a presence in all geographic Areas defined by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Child First will soon be expanding to other states. The Child First Central Program Office (CPO) oversees and supports the Child First Network of these affiliates. Summary of Position The Data Specialist will play a key role in the development of a new customized Electronic Health Record (EHR) using the CareLogic SaaS application to capture all required Child First clinical and administrative data elements. The time sensitive process will require this individual to understand the Child First model, work as a member of a team to define required data, and create an electronic workflow. This professional will work with each Child First affiliate agency to ensure that sites provide the Central Program Office with accurate, complete and timely data the existing Metric and Assessment Scoring databases and make a successful transition to the new EHR. The Data Specialist plays a critical role in supporting ongoing data collection and data management from all affiliate sites implementing the Child First model. The Data Specialist reports to the Data and Quality Enhancement Manager who heads the Data Team at the Child First Central Program Office (CPO). The Data Team works with the CEO, Managing Director, and CPO Clinical Leadership, as well as the Child First Evaluation Team as needed. This new position provides a highly motivated and creative professional an opportunity to help build a new, more robust data system for Child First as it begins to expand nationally. Job Description The primary responsibilities of the Data Specialist are: Build, implement and maintain the Child First Electronic Health Record system  Document clinical workflow in preparation for customizing the CareLogic solution for Child First needs  Create configurable forms and service documents using the CareLogic solution Child First, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.       Work with Qualifacts to set-up the Child First module with existing and future Child First affiliates Monitor the use of the EHR Provide technical assistance to design custom EHR reports to meet the data needs of the Child First Central Program Office and its affiliate agencies Act as an agency contact for the Qualifacts Support Team Assist in the training of site-designated EHR trainers; support end-user training and introduction of new features Provide ongoing support to the EHR users using phone, e-mail, and web support tools Manage Metrics Database and Support Assessment Scoring Database  Ensure sites are entering required data into Metrics and Assessment Scoring database until data is reliably collected through the new EHR or other means  Identify data discrepancies and errors  Format monthly Metric reports and quarterly outcome reports for all sites  Working closely with the Data, Evaluation, and QI Team, to create a tracking and reporting system for all information required from sites to benchmark against standards for accreditation Data Reporting  Work closely with the Data and Quality Enhancement Manager to ensure that funders and state contractors receive all required data reports, including MIECHV reporting and timely and accurate data reporting to DCF’s PSDCRS system  Provide other data, statistics, and/or reports requested by the Child First Central Program Office, Department of Children and Families, Department of Public Health, Office of Early Childhood, or other funders  Provide data reports to Child First affiliate agencies and evaluators Required Education and Skills               Bachelor’s Degree required (Masters Degree preferred) in public health, public administration, biostatistics, social work, child development, psychology or a closely related field Demonstrated experience in the use of an Electronic Health Record database Demonstrated experience in improving or creating efficient data collection processes & procedures, preferably in an electronic environment Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including familiarity with database features Experience in Crystal Reports a plus but not required Comfortable training individuals with varying levels of technical knowledge Keen analytic, organizational and problem solving skills Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of multiple teams A multi-tasker with the ability to respond to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong writing skills to be able to document system and create training materials Excellent time management skills and ability to meet rapid deadlines Willingness to travel to sites across Connecticut to provide technical assistance in data collection, cleaning and database problem solving; possible travel to other states Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to the mission of Child First Child First, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reports to: Data and Quality Enhancement Manager, Child First, Inc. To Apply     To submit an application, please e-mail a cover letter with curriculum vitae to: [email protected] Please place “Child First Director of National Program Development” in the subject heading of the email. For questions, please email (preferred) or call Child First Central Program Office at (203) 538-5222. Please see website for additional programmatic information: www.childfirst.com Child First, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.