CITEE Client-Based Res II - CITEE - 18959

ATTENTION:

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and UW - Whitewater’s Center for Inclusive Transition, Education, and Employment (CITEE) seeks a Wisconsin National Core Indicators (NCI) Coordinator/Client-Based Researcher II to investigate the experiences and outcomes for children and adults with significant disabilities using long term supports related to their quality of life. The Client-Based Researcher II is the lead on the Wisconsin National Core Indicators project, which requires overseeing more than 3,000 interviews annually, of persons with intellectual/ developmental disabilities, people with physical disabilities and older adults. The Client-Based Researcher II performs planning and administration of the project protocols, sampling, data entry and analyses, creating and disseminating results.

Academic staff positions are provided fixed term appointments with annual renewals unless otherwise noted. Reappointment for subsequent terms is dependent upon performance, university funding and external forces.



JOB DETAILS:

The Client-Based Researcher II must be able to work collaboratively with other team members. This position requires an individual who can work independently, take the lead, make good decisions, set priorities, problem-solve and have a sense of humor. This position reports to the Section Manager for the Integrated Data and Analytics Section at DHS and the UW-Whitewater CITEE Director.



QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree minimum
• Experience with data analysis, statistics techniques, and software (such as R or SAS) and data entry
• Experience with children or adults with disabilities

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree desired in Psychology, Rehabilitation Psychology, Education, Sociology, Social Work, or related field.
• One to three years of prior experience working in a human subjects research setting and knowledge of human subjects' research principles, ethics, and regulations.
• Knowledge of statistical software (R or SAS) and data entry.
• Previous project lead work experience and skills/ability to supervise workers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Prior experience working with children and/or adults with significant disabilities.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and policies related to individuals with disabilities and older adults, including HCBS Medicaid Waivers, Medicaid, ADA, WIOA, Social Security programs, etc.
• General knowledge about partner agencies serving individuals with disabilities such as ADRCs, Family Care, IRIS, children’s waiver agencies, DVR, etc.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary trainings and drills
• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds

RESPONSIBILITIES:

NCI Project Management and Data Analytics 90%

• Complete, as well as oversee, completion of all paperwork related to NCI protocols and timelines.
• Maintain effective communication with the Human Services Research Institute (HSRI).
• Meet regularly with the vendor selected to perform the interviews.
• Ensure adherence with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Collect and evaluate the information necessary for completion of the reliable interview tool and ensure the protection of health information.
• Compile interview tool data and develop monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Assist in creating summative reports for distribution to different audiences.
• Implement each survey and resolve any issues to ensure quality data collection. Perform and oversee interviewing according to research protocol
• Serve as the contact to represent DHS for general questions about the NCI protocol.
• Oversee process improvement activities related to the interview tool review process.
• Provide feedback to programs and stakeholders to create alignment with current practices and make recommendations for best practices based on results and analysis.
• Primary manager of database and software for NCI data. Use statistical software (R, SAS, Excel) to analyze data, pull sample, and contact information for each NCI survey.
• Track research participants in database and coordinate follow-up assessment. Create and submit reports as requested. Provide support to other projects as requested.
• Lead or work on other research and analysis projects related DHS and Division of Medicaid Services (DMS) priorities.
• Provide guidance and training for contracted vendor on protocols related to abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.
• Revise protocols, maintain approval status, and submit updates for active protocols.
• Develop new protocols as needed. Provide feedback on protocols and implementation.
• Prepare and present NCI analyses to internal DHS audiences, long term care programs and providers, statewide stakeholders, and nationally.
• Positively represent the Department of Health Services and University of Wisconsin - Whitewater.

Other Activities 10%

• Other duties and projects under the direction of the Integrated Data & Analytics Section, Section Manager or CITEE Director.
• Participating in unit and departmental meetings, completing trainings and professional development activities required by DHS, the NCI project, and UW-Whitewater, and completing required paperwork for UW-Whitewater.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. UW-Whitewater’s main campus is located in Whitewater, with a branch campus in Rock County, in the city of Janesville. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. UW-Whitewater’s campuses are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offer the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These include both on-campus and online programs, and span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs.

UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the nation. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division-III level. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.



ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System ( https://www.wisconsin.edu ).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr . If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.



COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $55,000 – $68,000 or a salary commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .



CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.



TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by November 13, 2022 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu .

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Justin Tobin

262-472-1702

tobinj@UWW.edu



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position may be 0-100% remote based on terms of hire.
• Travel requirement is less than 25% of the time.
• Must have the ability to travel to required meetings and conferences, as well as to travel to the DHS and/or UW-Whitewater campus locations when necessary.

TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Name and contact information for three professional references

This Job ID is 18959.



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