Data Analyst - Ottawa, Canada - Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health

Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health

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Ottawa, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Data Analyst - Coordinated Access Program:

_Contract to March 31, 2024_

Context:

It takes a village to raise a child.

It also takes a system of caring community members working together to support people who are homeless or at-risk of losing their homes.

You are the right person for this position if you are Indigenous; you understand how to communicate complex ideas and data, and you have the ability and drive to advocate for the needs of Indigenous people without homes in Ottawa.

The Role:

Reporting to the Housing Director, the Data Analyst - Coordinated Access Program will provide Indigenous specific coordinated access support within Wabano, as well as to the Aboriginal Community Advisory Board (ACAB), comprised of local Indigenous non-profit community-based organizations.

In addition, they will have focus on the following areas:

You will provide Indigenous specific coordinated access support within Wabano, as well as to the Aboriginal Community Advisory Board (ACAB), comprised of local Indigenous nonprofit communitybased organizations.
Collect and link data from various sources and relevant data bases, such as HIFIS and other related ones.
Work collaboratively with managers as point of resources for relevant data bases, maintain staff training to build capacity, and use data to produce information.
Collaborate with, and provide support to, users related to data collection, custom form development, and troubleshooting technical issues.
Consult and collaborate with internal and external IT resources, as required, to track and resolve problems.
In collaboration with department managers, develop and monitor data quality standards, including procedures for the Wabano wide collection of sociodemographic data.
Monitor, analyze, and track key indicators and conduct specific drilldown analyses as needed. Required analyses may include trending, impact analysis and benchmarking as requested to support monthly utilization reporting and presentation to internal and external committees and agencies.
Prepare userfriendly reports and utilize feedback for improvements.
Manage data associated with required and requested reports.
Manage user accounts for multiple information management systems and addons.

Qualifications:

_ Don't disqualify yourself You may not have all these qualifications, but Wabano values and recognizes the lived experiences of Indigenous people._

_ Essential_

Proven superior relationship building ability.
Proven interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills interacting with Executives, clients, staff, and community members.
Advanced computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint).
Degree or diploma in information systems, data analysis or equivalent field.
Strong problem solving, planning, decisionmaking, organizational and change management skills.
Experience with tools used for data analysis (e.g. SAS, SQL, Tableau).
Commitment to the principles of health equity and inclusion.
Experience and/or knowledge of Indigenous languages, cultures, traditions, or community practices.
Proven ability to work in fastpaced environment.

_Desirable_

At least 1 year of experience in the social services or health care field.
Ability to bring teams together in a collaborative manner and support ongoing cohesiveness in a dynamic environment.

Salary:

Range $60,000 - $65,000 per year + Benefits

Why Work for Us:

Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment
Comprehensive Group Health and Dental Insurance
Employee Pension Plan (defined benefits) with matching contribution from Wabano
Employee Assistance Program the best in the world
Four (4) weeks paid vacation time
Ten (10) paid personal/sick days
Access to cultural teachings and knowledge keepers
Work with dynamic teams from various sectors

Application Details:

Wabano is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If contacted for an employment opportunity or interviewing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

_ Don't think this is the right job for you? Let us try and find you the right fit within Wabano._

What is a coordinated access system?:

From Reaching Home:
Canada's Homelessness Strategy Directives

A coordinated access system is the process by which individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness are directed to community-level access points where trained workers use a common assessment tool to evaluate the individual or family's depth of need, prioritize them for housing support services and then help to match them to available housing focused interventions.

Quality coordinated access systems share several features, including a centralized da