Data Entry Specialist -SMART

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The HARRIS CENTER") is looking for a Data Entry Specialist to join our team, the Harris County Inspire Program. Under the general supervision of the designated supervisor. The Data Entry Operator provides clerical and receptionist support for the administrative and program staff of the agency. The Data Entry Operator enters services data in accordance with departmental/organizational procedures into specific informational systems databases as well as into state agency data management systems. Position is also responsible for entering data, typing and filing.

Your role in action:

• Enters all services data in specific The Harris Center's data systems as needed.
• Maintains tracking spreadsheet of all staff submission of service data.
• Resolves or appropriately refers questions, requests, complaints and problems.
• Performs routine clerical and administrative tasks as needed.
• Maintains professional behavior and provides excellent customer service to both staff and
  consumers.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, professionalism and confidentiality in all activities.
• Compiles with agency policy and procedures.

What qualifications you will need:

Education:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend written material and demonstrate basic literacy.
• Ability to communicate in writing and demonstrate basic literacy.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications.
• Basic understanding of data processing.
• Effectively communicates and works with consumers, family members, visitors and fellow
  employees in a manner that demonstrates awareness of cultural diversities.
• Must have the ability to converse effectively with others.
• Must be detailed and organized.
• Proficient typing ability.

What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

What else you should know:

• This posting is association with position #47012.
• The Harris Center will leverage existing collaborations with local Independent School Districts (ISD) in the Precinct 2 area of Houston to organize five (5) colocation teams, addressing the mental and behavioral health needs of students within their academic environment, including Galena Park, Spring Branch, Pasadena, Alief, Goose creek, Aldine, and HISD (all districts with whom The Harris Center has a current memorandum of understanding). The Harris Center will work with the local precinct to identify specific campuses that need student mental health care. In addition to addressing acute needs, students and families will be referred for long-term support within our community-based clinics, including access to integrated health (physical/primary care). The Harris Center will have a goal of 150 students served in the Project. The BCBA position will assist with clinical support for this project

About us:

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 96,000 people in fiscal year 2023!

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.