Job Description

ooking for a role where data meets purpose? Passionate about improving behavioral health systems and making data-driven decisions that shape healthcare outcomes? Join our innovative team at the State of Michigan as a Behavioral Health Encounter Data Analyst and contribute to transforming healthcare reporting and analytics.

What You’ll Do:

• Be the Data Detective: Analyze Medicaid behavioral health encounter data for Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans (PIHPs), Community Mental Health Service Providers (CMHSPs), and other partners.
• Ensure Financial Accuracy: Close data gaps between encounter costs and reported financial data in the Encounter Quality Initiative (EQI) templates.
• Streamline Reporting: Manage EQI template distribution and submissions, analyze data variances, and engage with providers for data integrity.
• Leverage Advanced Systems: Utilize state data systems, dashboards, and demographic files to deliver actionable insights and investigative reports.
• Collaborate and Innovate: Join workgroups, provide technical support across departments, and create simple ad hoc data reports.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in any field (required).
• Experience:
  • Analyst 9: Entry level; no experience required
  • Analyst 10: One year of professional experience
  • Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience, including one year at the intermediate level
• Skills We Value:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills
  • Ability to query databases and extract relevant information
  • Familiarity with data visualization and financial reporting tools

What’s in it for You?

• Flexible Work Options: Remote, hybrid, or on-site roles within Michigan
• Rewarding Benefits:
  • Competitive salary with longevity bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave and 13+ paid holidays
  • Professional development reimbursement (up to $2,000/year)
  • Tuition reduction programs and potential student loan forgiveness
• A Beautiful Place to Live and Work: From Great Lakes adventures to cultural hotspots, Michigan offers the perfect blend of work-life balance

How to Apply:

1. Apply online via NEOGOV.
2. Include a resume detailing experience, dates of employment, and hours per week.
3. Attach a cover letter and official transcripts if applicable.