Mental Health Analyst I

State of Vermont • Waterbury, VT

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About The Position

The Research & Statistics Analyst performs advanced technical and analytical work to support the department through research, statistical analysis, and data processing. The role involves designing and conducting studies, selecting appropriate research methodologies, collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data, and interpreting results to inform decision-making and program development. Analysts develop data collection systems, ensure data quality, adapt statistical models, and may monitor or enhance data systems.  This includes evaluation of data needs to develop data collection and analysis procedures to ensure available data is effective for decision-making making efforts.
Work products - including reports, evaluations, and presentations - have significant impact on departmental service programs and policies. The analyst prepares detailed administrative reports, creates dashboards using PowerBI, and presents results to internal and external stakeholders. The position also provides technical assistance, collaborates with data processing staff on system and format design, and supports program evaluation and implementation activities, including analyzing variation in program performance measures of access to care, staffing patterns, treatment modalities, treatment outcomes, and program improvement.  Duties are performed under the guidance of the Research & Statistics Section Chief.
Areas of expertise should include fluency in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerBI, Word, PowerPoint), statistical software (SPSS, Python), and database design.  Additional understanding of IT environments (SAP Business Objects, Access) and AI tools are preferred.  Applicants will be expected to work professionally and cooperatively with a wide range of stakeholders, including DMH clinical, quality, policy, financial, and leadership staff, AHS personnel, state legislators, federal organizations (SAMHSA, CMS), contractors, and the public.
The work accomplished by this position is directly linked to the Department of Mental Health's mission to promote mental health as a vital part of overall well-being by advancing prevention, early intervention, and recovery-focused care. Our vision is that mental health is a cornerstone of health in Vermont. Vermonters live in caring, inclusive communities that respond with compassion and respect to mental health needs, ensuring everyone can thrive and participate fully in their lives. The work done toward our vision and mission uses the values of compassion, equity, integrity, collaboration, and accountability. Please review the Department's Vision, Mission, and Values at About Us | Department of Mental Health.

Requirements

• Fluency in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerBI, Word, PowerPoint)
• Statistical software (SPSS, Python)
• Database design
• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics, information technology, or other analytics discipline.
• One (1) year or more of years of experience in research, statistics, or program evaluation where the activities include gathering, analyzing, and interpreting statistical data.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of IT environments (SAP Business Objects, Access) and AI tools

Responsibilities

• Designing and conducting studies
• Selecting appropriate research methodologies
• Collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data
• Interpreting results to inform decision-making and program development
• Developing data collection systems
• Ensuring data quality
• Adapting statistical models
• Monitoring or enhancing data systems
• Preparing detailed administrative reports
• Creating dashboards using PowerBI
• Presenting results to internal and external stakeholders
• Providing technical assistance
• Collaborating with data processing staff on system and format design
• Supporting program evaluation and implementation activities, including analyzing variation in program performance measures of access to care, staffing patterns, treatment modalities, treatment outcomes, and program improvement.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level