HEALTH DATA SCIENTIST

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) is seeking to hire a Health Data Scientist to conduct evaluations and service research studies, modifying and adapting service delivery, data collection and reporting methods utilized by DBHR staff and vendors. This position develops innovative research designs for data collection, analysis, extraction, and interpretation of information related to the implementation of Clinical Operations; plans and executes research, literature reviews, and evaluation projects; makes authoritative and final technical decisions about evaluation/research design, data collection and analysis methodologies; interprets results of statistical analysis performed on service and utilization data that involve complex and subtle interrelationships to provide sophisticated advice and recommendations based on use of statistical methodology; serves as project leader to coordinate larger projects and verify completion within established timeframes; and develops narrative reports to communicate results of studies and analysis performed., * Serves as a Health Data Scientist for the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery.

• Analyzes descriptive and service utilization data collected from Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) vendors, other service providers and individuals receiving services using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS), Statistical Analytical Software (SAS), Tool for Oracle Application Developers (TOAD) and/or Crystal Reports to support planning about service delivery, purchase of services and the enhancement of services provided to consumers.
• Recommends the initiation or modification of technical or administrative policy based on the results obtained from final analysis of data and evaluation of proposed projects and studies.
• Tests computer programs used for research and evaluation to verify results of analysis generated are valid, consistent, and reliable.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in statistics, computer science, mathematics, economics, and related fields.
• Requires two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the development and application of research designs and statistical methods and techniques, preferably in the job-related subject matter area., * Two (2) years of professional experience interpreting results of the multivariate, correlational and descriptive analyses of services provided to consumers who receive mental health services.
• Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating the effectiveness and quality of services provided for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the use of statistical programs such as Statistical Analytical Software (SAS) and/or Crystal Reports to run analyses and create statistical, scientific, and narrative reports and narratives.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the preparations of narrative and statistical reports that communicate the results of complex data analyses studies performed.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the development and application of complex research design techniques and their application to social and economic data.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working with program development and the modification as well as testing of computer programs verifying results and analysis generated are valid, consistent and reliable.

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

• As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)