Durations:

4+

Years Location:

1 Capitol Hill Providence

RI 02908

Hours/Week:

35

Shift:

8:00 AM - 4:30

AM Note:

Hybrid, in-person meetings can occur at the office and\or in community settings within Rhode Island. Position Summary Client is working to build a more coordinated, accessible, and effective behavioral health System of Care (SOC) for children, youth, and families. The System of Care Evaluator, Research Data Analyst will collaborate with the SOC Project Director, DPI Administrator, Co-Qualitative Evaluators, executive leadership, state agency partners, and community organizations to support the design, implementation, and monitoring of the SOC evaluation plan. Key responsibilities include supporting evaluation design and methodology, monitoring data collection and evaluation implementation, recommending mid-course corrections, merging data from multiple sources, conducting data quality checks and statistical analyses, and developing data reports and visualizations for diverse audiences. This position is supported by federal grant funding. We are seeking a collaborative, analytical, and mission-driven professional who believes public systems can work more effectively for children and families. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities: Commitment to

Children, Youth, and Families:

Understands the importance of family-driven, youth-guided, community-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches.

Systems Thinking:

Understands how children's behavioral health services span multiple agencies, funding streams, and service providers, and can identify opportunities for cross-sector collaboration.

Relationship Building:

Develops and maintains strong relationships with providers, partner agencies, families, and community stakeholders.

Adaptability and Problem-Solving:

Works effectively in evolving environments, establishes structure amid ambiguity, and adjusts approaches based on emerging findings.

Accountability and Follow-Through:

Manages competing priorities, meets deadlines, and navigates government processes while maintaining progress toward project goals.

Curiosity and Humility:

Values the perspectives of individuals with lived experience and frontline providers and remains open to feedback and new approaches. Key Responsibilities Evaluation Plan and Methodology Support the development and implementation of the evaluation plan using appropriate evaluation designs and methodologies. Guide the development and refinement of the logic model as part of the overall evaluation framework. Ensure the evaluation plan aligns with the goals, objectives, and requirements of the System of Care grant. Monitor adherence to the approved evaluation design and methodology. Continuously monitor evaluation plan implementation and identify areas for improvement. Recommend mid-course corrections when necessary to strengthen evaluation effectiveness. Outcomes and Performance Metrics Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop and refine evaluation logic model outcomes. Define objective, measurable, realistic, and attainable outcomes aligned with System of Care goals. Develop and monitor outcomes spanning process, performance, and impact measures. Ensure quantitative outcomes complement qualitative findings and provide a comprehensive assessment of program effectiveness. Data Collection and Monitoring Develop data collection processes and protocols aligned with the evaluation design and the state's System of Care infrastructure. Provide guidance and training to data analysts within state agencies, and community-based providers contributing data to the evaluation. Monitor data collection activities to ensure timeliness, accuracy, validity, and reliability. Identify and resolve data collection issues and provide ongoing technical and methodological support for the SOC grant evaluation. Data Management and Statistical Analysis Merge, organize, and manage data from multiple sources. Conduct data quality checks, identify inconsistencies, and communicate recommendations for corrective action. Perform descriptive and advanced statistical analyses using categorical, continuous, and other relevant data types. Use SAS as the primary tool for statistical analysis. Interpret analytical findings to support evidence-based decision-making and program improvement. Data Reporting and Visualization Develop regular data reports tailored to different audiences and stakeholder needs. Prepare data briefs, quarterly reports, annual reports, and other evaluation deliverables as required. Present findings using appropriate charts, tables, graphs, and data visualization techniques. Translate complex analytical results into clear, actionable insights for technical and nontechnical audiences. Ensure reports comply with the reporting requirements of the SOC grant funder. Cross-Sector and Interagency Collaboration Represent client in interagency initiatives involving state agencies, community-based organizations, and other partners. Participate in and facilitate workgroups, advisory committees, and stakeholder meetings. Collaborate with providers, families, youth, and community stakeholders to support evaluation activities. Promote coordination, information sharing, and alignment across the System of Care network. Required Qualifications Master's degree in a research or data analytics-related field, such as Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related discipline. At least three years of progressively responsible experience designing and conducting research, program evaluation, data merging, data quality assessment, statistical analysis, and reporting. Demonstrated experience supporting or leading the implementation of grants, contracts, and strategic planning initiatives. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives independently with minimal supervision. Ability to travel within Rhode Island for meetings and site visits. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with federal grants, particularly SAMHSA or other U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awards. Knowledge of children's behavioral health, the System of Care framework, and child welfare systems. Experience conducting research and data analysis related to children's behavioral health. Experience working with state government agencies or Medicaid-funded services. Experience engaging families and youth with lived experience in policy development, program design, or evaluation initiatives. Funding Contingency This is a federally grant-funded position. The continuation of the role, including its duration, scope, and compensation, depends on the availability of federal funding and grant renewal. If federal funding is reduced, delayed, or discontinued, the position may be modified or discontinued. About our

Company:

- 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies' delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and

ISO 9001

quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients. Recognized among "Best Company to Work For" by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients' expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. "22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and "US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply." All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. LI_

TSC Pay:

$46.00 per hour

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Strong Statistical Analysis & SAS:

4 years (Required)

Research, Program Evaluation & Evaluation Design:

4 years (Required)

Data Reporting, Visualization & Communication:

4 years (Required)

Grant Management & Government Program :

4 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Providence, RI 02908 (Required)

Work Location:

In person