Quality Research Associate

Overview:
A Quality Research Associate is needed to help us in our endeavor to build the healthiest community in the nation … one person at a time.

 

The Mission:
At SummitStone Health Partners, we strive to foster trust, empower recovery, and inspire hope to strengthen and enrich our Northern Colorado community.

 

We need your help to make this vision a reality. 

 

We are building a team who believes in providing crucial services at crucial times, helping the people in our community at their most vulnerable — particularly those who are often overlooked and underserved.

We Embrace Diversity:
Come As You Are:

 

A core value here at SummitStone.

 

We want you to be your authentic self while at work, so we welcome and actively seek team members of different backgrounds, identities and experiences. SummitStone is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, honoring each individual's whole-self by embracing differences in race, ethnicity, ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, socioeconomic status, language and the inherent intersections of many different identities. We invite everyone to share our journey and are proudly an equal opportunity employer.

Experiences and Background We Look For:
If this sounds like your calling, then we want to help you succeed, grow, and thrive at SummitStone.

 

Location: Larimer County, CO 

Status: Full-time (40 hrs/week) - Hybrid with some in-person

 

What You'll Do:

 

The Quality Research Associate is responsible for supporting the continuous quality improvement framework of SummitStone. As a member of the Quality Improvement Department, this Quality Research Associate will support research design activities, assist with data selection and management activities, conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis, assist with report writing and dissemination, and will collaborate with staff, community partners, and key stakeholders. This position will also play a key role in the transition of SummitStone to a become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC). CCBHC is a SAMHSA grant-funded program aimed at transforming community behavioral health systems and providing comprehensive, coordinated behavioral health care. This Quality Research Associate will work closely with the CCBHC implementation team to ensure that grant goals, objectives, timelines, deliverable, and reporting requirements are met. An ideal candidate for a Quality Research Associate would have extensive research experience, preferably related to equity work, building resilience, trauma-informed care, and/or workforce well-being. This position may contribute to developing proposals and grants. This is a grant-funded position.

 

Essential Work Duties: 

Completes work with a project management lens, including establishing project timelines and ensuring timelines are met.

Uses knowledge of healthcare evidence, established treatment guidelines and best practices to conduct program evaluation across the organization

Uses knowledge of healthcare evidence, established treatment guidelines and best practices to establish key metrics and measurement standards for departments and programs across the organization

Collaborate with stakeholders on measuring key metrics to tell a more powerful story using data to drive improved decision-making and support organizational growth initiatives.

Communicates with a detailed and thoughtful approach to each audience, both internally among team members and external communication with stakeholders.

Assists in developing evaluation plans, data collection protocols, tools, and methodologies.

Conducts Quantitative data collection using surveys (such as with Qualtrics) and learning management systems.

Maintains positive working relationships with clients, programs, and other key project stakeholders.

Uses a broad array of skills, which may include proficiency in Atlas.ti, NVivo, SPSS, and other statistical analysis/visualization tools, as well as proficiency with data reporting systems such as Powerbi.

Participates in the development and presentation of results to key stakeholders, funders, and other audiences

Contributes to reports, publications, conference presentations, and other dissemination opportunities as a coauthor or co-presenter requiring excellent writing skills and quality presentation abilities.

Communicates with community and interdisciplinary collaborators and act as a spokesperson.

May assist in writing grant proposals.

Participates in the development and presentation of results to key stakeholders, funders, and other audiences as needed.

Participate in Quality Meetings for both Rocky Mountain Health Plans and Signal

In partnership with the Quality Improvement Data Analyst and CQI leadership team, conducts continuous reviews of quality measures and identifies opportunities for clinical, medical, or operational improvements.

Conducts research and analyze trends in processes that impact agency needs and develop recommendations for improvement.

Aides in the design of new procedures/processes to meet departmental needs for measuring and maintaining quality in the operations of all areas.

Knowledge of diversity and inclusion with the relevant ability to engage, communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people of different backgrounds, identities, and culturally diverse communities.

 

Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, science, mathematics, public health, research, quality management, healthcare administration, or other related field with a focus on data analysis, research, or equivalent work experience. 

3+ years of applied experience in data analysis and management, process improvement, program evaluation, research, or other related field.

 

Preferred:

Bilingual/Bicultural.

Prior experience with healthcare or behavioral health systems.

Formal training related to monitoring, evaluation, public health, or data analysis.

 

Some positions include driving a company vehicle and require a valid Colorado driver’s license.

 

Start With Yes

 

At SummitStone, we show up not only for our clients, but for our staff as well. You will be joining a team of committed professionals who believe in the power of starting with “yes” — where an unparalleled level of teamwork and support can solve any challenge.

 

We believe that people can and do recover, but we also know that they can’t always do it on their own. That’s where you come in. If you have any or all of these qualities, we want you to consider us for your next career move:

 

You believe in being a voice for behavioral health in Northern Colorado

You embrace equity for your clients, teammates, and partners

Collaboration and creativity are crucial to helping you solve problems

You show up as your genuine self to help guide others through their toughest times

Through continuous curiosity, exploration, and reflection, you’re eager to adapt and learn

Wage Ranges:
The typical hiring range for this position is $26.00- $31.20 per hour, based on relevant years of experience. 

 

Outcomes and Benefits

 

We know that most people aren’t just searching for a job, they’re searching for a career.

But more than that, they’re searching for a sense of belonging and purpose. Whether you’re at the start of your journey or you already know where you want to be, you will have access to a level of support and teamwork that is uncommon in the field of behavioral health today.

 

Along with that, positions are eligible* for range of benefits including:

 

Time that you deserve for a balanced life

 

Flextime Scheduling

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ten paid holidays, including one floating vacation

Extended Leave Bank (ELB)

 

Financial benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan with an employer match

Cafeteria 125 Plan

Loan forgiveness program eligibility

Referral Bonus available for employee who refer new hires

Ongoing support for learning and development, including reimbursement and supervision for license and certification

 

Health, Medical, and Wellness

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Malpractice Insurance

Option to participate in Employee Resource Groups

 

*Based on working 20+ hours per week

 

SummitStone will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your recruiter know.

 

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