HMIS Data Entry Specialist (Part Time/Days) Buffalo, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=2211+Main+Street+Buffalo+NY+USA+14214) Apply Description This position is responsible for entering, validating, and quality-checking client and program data into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) for HUD-funded projects. This role ensures data integrity, assists with audits, supports reporting needs, and maintains compliance with HUD data standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Enter client, service, and housing data in HMIS accurately and timely + Perform regular data audits and consistency checks + Reconcile discrepancies, validate client records, and flag errors for review + Assist in preparing data for HUD, CoC, and internal reports + Aid in generating basic reports (e.g. enrollments, exits, service usage) + Ensure all data entry practices comply with HUD/HMIS data standards and privacy/security policies + Coordinate with program staff to clarify missing or erroneous data. Report concerns to supervisor + Assist in identifying systemic processes that could be enhanced to ensure data entry can be completed in a timely manner. + Support onboarding and training of staff/end users (as needed) + Maintain documentation of data processes, workflows, and data standards + Assist with data cleanup projects or migrations + Serves on agency committees as requested. + Carries out additional duties essential to the above-stated responsibilities as assigned. + Is mindful of and integrates Trauma-Informed Care and its five principles in all duties and interactions with fellow staff, residents, and external partners. + Maintains compliance with all required rules and regulations including Federal Confidentiality (42 CFR, Part 2), HIPAA, Medicaid and/or HUD, and any others. + Regular attendance at work location. + Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Other duties may be assigned. Requirements + Associate’s degree in human services or related field and 3 years’ experience with HUD reporting requirements, HMIS, data standards, or CoC systems OR + Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and a minimum of 6 months experience HMIS data standards + In addition, the qualifications above, a valid New York State driver’s license is required and a reliable automobile + Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. Salary Description $21.00/Hour