Temp Casual Data Abstractor

Position Overview

The Institute on Community Integration (ICI) has a temp/casual (fewer and 14 hours/week) Abstractor position to participate in and support a federally funded public health surveillance program, the CDC ADDM Network, focused on monitoring of autism spectrum disorder. The individual will be a record review and abstraction specialist for the Minnesota Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network (MN-ADDM). This project is funded by the CDC to participate in the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network (ADDM). The ADDM Network are a group of programs funded to estimate the number of children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities living in different areas of the United States. Successful applicant must uphold strict confidentiality policies and procedures. The Abstractor will participate in project activities, including participating in data collection of education and health records through utilization of a complex web- based data system, interfacing with partners in a highly professional manner, and maintaining reliability on CDC ADDM Network methodology. Abstractor will report to the Project Coordinator and will provide regular updates on abstraction progress. The Abstractor is expected to collaborate with other Institute staff and with other researchers on various research and knowledge translation activities on other ICI activities as assigned.

The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval prior to offer.

Job Responsibilities

Qualitative and Quantitative Data Collection (85%)

• Conduct population-based, multi-source surveillance for developmental and intellectual disabilities among children using methodology developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) * Travel regularly to schools, hospitals and clinics in the metro area to conduct surveillance by reviewing source records and abstracting relevant medical, demographic, and diagnostic information
• Work independently to determine data to be included in the project based on the CDC surveillance protocol
• Work directly with school and clinic personnel to access the files, maintaining excellent communication and professionalism
• Adhere to data security and confidentiality procedures.
• Achieve and maintain reliability on CDC methods, participating in training as required.
• Enter both narrative and quantitative data obtained from multiple sources into a complex web-based central database using a laptop computer.

Data Analysis (10%)

• Collaborate with the project coordinator and principal investigator on surveillance findings, questions and problems.
• Assist with organizing, preparing and presenting data for meetings and presentations.

Project Team Activities (5%)

• Participate in staff meetings.
• Participate in training and events

Required Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED plus minimum of 4 years of experience in the fields of health, special education, pediatrics, psychology, or child development, education may substitute for some of the years of experience.
• Experience entering data into a database.
• Ability to work independently, as well as function as part of an interdisciplinary team. * Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation is necessary.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate high level of professionalism
• Experience working with narrative data, such as in education or medical records * Knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities (for example autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy)
• Experience abstracting from medical records or education records
• Experience with clinical or educational assessments
• Experience in the field of special education, public health, child development, pediatrics, or psychology

Department Overview

The Institute on Community Integration (ICI) at the University of Minnesota pushes the edge of inclusion through an intensive focus on policies and practices that affect children, youth, and adults with disabilities, and those receiving educational supports. ICI's collaborative research, training, and information-sharing ensure that people with disabilities are valued by, included in, and contribute to their communities of choice throughout their lifetime. ICI works with service providers, policymakers, educators, employers, advocacy organizations, researchers, families, community members, and individuals with disabilities around the world, building communities that are inclusive. ICI is a designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, part of a national network of similar programs in major universities and teaching hospitals across the country. The Institute is home to over 70 projects and six Affiliated Centers, addressing disability issues across the lifespan.

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the University's third largest college, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of life. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Pay Range: The hourly range for this position is $28 - $32 per hour. Final offers are dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment: 25%

Position Type: Temp casual

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

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