Senior Data Analyst (7 Tiers BPSD Model Project)

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1 Senior Data Analyst (7 Tiers BPSD Model Project) INFORMATION PACK CONTENTS: Selection Criteria (please address in a cover letter) & How To Apply Context and Scope HammondCare s Mission, Motivation and (our core values) 1. Selection Criteria Please briefly address each criterion individually in a cover letter bullet points or short paragraphs are OK 1. Commitment to engage & align with HammondCare s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action. 2. A relevant post-graduate degree at least Masters level with demonstrated ability to lead a significant multi-methods research study. 3. Extensive experience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in statistical analysis and scientific writing, including experience cleaning and analysing a dataset from a clinical service. 4. Proficiency in STATA, SPSS or R, as well as MS Word and Excel. 5. Capable of planning and independently conducting multivariable longitudinal analysis such as survival analyses. 6. Knowledge of structural equation modelling or latent class analysis would be desirable. 7. Ability to present clearly in verbal and written form statistical results for non-statisticians and nonresearchers. 8. High level communication and interpersonal skills to work with researchers, clinicians, operational and support staff. 9. Strong problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement and ability to prioritise workload during busy periods. Additional Information to be provided with Application (information treated in the strictest confidence) 1. Do you have any medical condition/illness, which would prevent or hinder you from performing the work you have applied for? If YES, please give details (including dates). 2. Were you born in Australia? If NO, please give details of your citizenship, permanent residency or working visa (include copy of relevant documentation). 3. HammondCare recommends that workers continue to be made aware of the recommendations with regards to immunisation against Hepatitis B and Influenza as advised by the Department of Health. Although not compulsory, it is recommended that all workers know their vaccination and immunity (serology) status.

2 How to Apply Please your resume and a covering letter addressing the above selection criteria to: Attention: Senior Data Analyst Randwick NSW recruitment@hammond.com.au 2. Context and Scope HammondCare is an independent Christian charity that exists to improve quality of life for people in need. We specialise in aged and dementia care, palliative care, rehabilitation, mental health services for older people, and other related health and aged care services. HammondCare seeks to embed evidence based best practice in its services and we provide these services through home care, sub-acute hospitals and residential aged care. Bringing these health, hospital and aged care services together, HammondCare has been able to develop innovative, flexible care models designed to serve people with complex health or aged care needs, regardless of their circumstances. HammondCare works to provide its staff with support, career development opportunities, education, responsibility and recognition, work/life balance, and satisfying roles. About the Dementia Centre The Dementia Centre was founded by HammondCare in 1995 as an impartial resource and provider of research and expertise to the aged and dementia care community. This is key to HammondCare's commitment to excellence in dementia care. Summary of the Role The role of Senior Data Analyst (Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) Model Project) works within the Mission and of HammondCare to drive the development and delivery of key aspects of the BPSD Model Project and is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health. The key outcome for this Project will be to develop a new assessment tool to assess interventions, outcomes and service levels for people with BPSD and the results informing future policy development and service planning for Special Dementia Care Units (SDCUs). The Senior Data Analyst (BPSD Model Project) will work closely with the HammondCare Research Project Coordinator, UNSW s Scientia Professor of Psychiatry, the University of Sydney s Associate Professor in Ageing and Health and selected members of the Project Steering Committee to ensure the delivery of key data-related project milestones. Central to this role will be an ability to communicate and collaborate well with the research and clinical personnel of the Dementia Centre, and other project stakeholders. The Senior Data Analyst will focus on cleaning and analysing a dataset from a clinical service. The successful candidate will need to be proficient in statistical analyses including multivariate longitudinal modelling and survival analyses, and the use of statistical software packages (e.g. STATA, SPSS, R). Knowledge of structural equation modelling and latent class analysis would be desirable.

3 The essence of this role: Support the collection and analysis of data on how the model is currently used, utilise excellent written communication in articulating dementia-related behaviours, and co-writing of projectspecific publications and presentations. Emphasis on cleaning and analysing a dataset from a clinical service, which will require proficiency in statistical techniques and software packages (e.g. STATA, SPSS, R), and skill in planning and independently conducting multivariate longitudinal analysis such as survival analyses. Knowledge of structural equation modelling or latent class analysis would be desirable. Demonstrated ability to learn new statistical techniques and software (e.g. Mplus) with minimal support. Ability to present clearly in verbal and written form statistical results for non-statisticians and non-researchers. Excellent communication skills in working with different stakeholder perspectives. Experience or interest in working with older people, and/or people living with dementia. Key responsibilities Responsibilities Capability Outcomes 1.0 Project Work closely with the UNSW s Scientia Management Professor of Psychiatry, University of Sydney s Associate Professor in Ageing and Health and Demonstrates Excellence in HammondCare s Research Project Work Coordinator, Head of Research and Design, National Projects Manager and other UNSW and HammondCare stakeholders to implement key project requirements for data analysis and computer modelling. Deliver comprehensive documentation of systems and processes involved in the collection, analysis and management of project data. Provide fortnightly project status reports to the Research Project Coordinator and communicate project status effectively to key project team stakeholders including the Steering Committee. 2.0 Project Analysis Understand and apply appropriate and ethical and Diagnosis research methods to deliver and complete the project.

4 Responsibilities Capability Outcomes Working Effectively with Access, synthesise and analyse new and Others existing information as relevant to the project and the mission, vision and values and operational scope of HammondCare. Liaise with key stakeholders on project development, delivery and future organisational change implications. Proficiency in statistical software packages (e.g. STATA, SPSS and R). Ability to plan and independently conduct multivariate longitudinal analysis such as survival analyses. Knowledge of structural equation modelling or latent class analysis would be desirable. Demonstrated ability to learn new statistical techniques and software (e.g. Mplus) with minimal support. 3.0 Risk Identify, manage and mitigate all risks Management associated with project delivery. Demonstrates Excellence Communicate with the Research Project in Work Coordinator, National Projects Manager, Steering Committee members and other key Project Stakeholders in relation to the identification, management and mitigation of risks. 4.0 Communication & Communicate clearly, effectively and in a Teamwork timely manner any issues or developments Working Effectively with that impact the delivery of the project. Others Actively participate in meetings, planning sessions and represent HammondCare to stakeholders, partners and industry forums. Provide expert advice on issues relating to data collection, analysis, management and computer modelling. 5.0 Professional Ensure personal continuous growth and Development increased professional capacity that drives Demonstrates Excellence in performance and ensure healthy sustainable Work work practices are being maintained. Adapting Approaches

5 Capabilities for the Role Work Stream B Capability Description Behavioural Indicators Align with HammondCare culture and values, and shape Demonstrates a strong understanding of the HC Mission, Motivation and and ensures that the culture by demonstrating the Mission in action judgements, decisions and actions are aligned. Live the Mission Serving Others and Working Together. Recognises and rewards aligned behaviour and challenges behaviour that contravenes organisational values. Providing Leadership Lead self and others by seeking feedback and taking responsibility for personal and professional development. Empower others to develop the 6 capabilities to meet HammondCare s future directions. Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Communicates and explains information clearly, can present and educate on areas of expertise in order to influence others. Commits to continuous professional development of self and team. Facilitates the improved performance of others by providing advice and guidance. Develops and empowers people to facilitate the successful achievement of goals. Develops direction and clarifies priorities for the team. Motivates oneself. Working Effectively with Others Serve people with passion, working together to focus on the needs of those we serve. Being deliberate about communication to engage others and achieve outcomes. Proactively partner and collaborate across teams and portfolios. Demonstrate self-awareness and motivation, Ensures the primary focus is on the needs of the people we serve. Seeks to see things from their point of view. Relates well, acts professionally and facilitates teamwork. Ensures productive outcomes are achieved. Is self-aware and leads others to develop self-awareness by recognising aligned/ unaligned actions and behaviour. Fosters a climate of trust and respect and supports team members. Adjusts own interpersonal style to meet the needs of others and changing situations. and help others develop greater self-awareness. Perform the requirements of the role well and ensure role expectations and objectives are met. Solve problems effectively, ensuring that issues are fully understood. Manage performance and evaluate outcomes. Achieves day-to-day responsibilities and meets expectations. Recognises the activities needed and the skills of team members to achieve planned outcomes. Holds others accountable for results. Uses skills and knowledge to problem solve and makes effective decisions ensuring that issues are fully understood; options are explored and others are consulted. Follow HammondCare s mission and apply evidence based practice to the way you work. Delivers a higher standard of service by applying current evidence based practice and HammondCare Mission for your role. Keeps abreast of best practice in the Industry. Demonstrates Sets standards for others to apply best practice. Improves HC policies and procedures. Excellence in Work Safeguards and maintains the organisations financial, physical and intellectual assets within scope of role. Monitors compliance with organisational controls and supports employees who report compliance issues. Ability to present clearly in verbal and written form statistical results for non-statisticians and non-researchers. Adapt to changing circumstances and perform role Implements sound approaches to manage complexity and change in their work. effectively in an environment of ambiguity and complexity. Looks for ways to improve and innovate and recognises when change is needed. Influences others on the need Adapting Embrace innovation by recognising situations or conditions for change and develops plans to effect change. Approaches where change is needed and influence others to improve. Facilitates openness to new ideas and different ways of thinking about work. Proactively asks questions and clarifies issues to enable changed practice/processes.

6 3. HammondCare s Mission, Motivation and