Data Entry Clerk

$41,080 - $41,080/Yr

WestCare Foundation - Stockton, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Stockton, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Data Entry Specialist at WestCare is a crucial role responsible for ensuring the accuracy and quality of data entered into the WestCare Database and partner data systems. This position involves a variety of tasks aimed at maintaining data integrity and supporting the organization's mission. The Data Entry Specialist will work closely with the Database Administrator to facilitate high-quality data entry processes, ensuring that data is accurately transferred to and from county HMIS systems and the WCDB client tracking database. In this role, the specialist will be tasked with collecting and digitizing data from hard copy forms and financial documents, performing weekly audits of HMIS and internal data sources, and identifying any missing data or inconsistencies. The specialist will also report data variations and non-compliance issues to the Database Administrator, ensuring that all information is reported and corrected as necessary. Regular communication with case management and supervisory staff, as well as the Data team, will be essential to address data quality issues on a weekly basis. Additionally, the Data Entry Specialist will be involved in various data entry projects as assigned by the Data Team and will assist other WestCare staff in a collaborative manner. This role also includes promoting the SJVV initiative within the veteran community through public speaking, networking, and other outreach efforts. The specialist must embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of the WestCare Foundation while performing all other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into the WestCare Database and partner data systems.
• Maintain data quality between data systems and report issues to the Database Administrator.
• Collect and digitize data from hard copy forms and financial documents.
• Perform weekly audits of HMIS and internal data sources.
• Identify missing data and inconsistencies in recorded data.
• Report data variations and non-compliance to the Database Administrator.
• Communicate data quality issues to case management and supervisory staff on a weekly basis.
• Assist with other data entry projects as assigned by the Data Team.
• Promote SJVV into the veteran community through various outreach methods.

Requirements

• One year of data entry experience is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially regarding confidentiality.
• Culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Veteran/Military preferred.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.