What is BHARP?

The Behavioral Health Alliance of Rural Pennsylvania (BHARP) is a nonprofit, organized to support the implementation of the HealthChoices, Pennsylvania’s managed care program for Medical Assistance recipients, in 24 rural Pennsylvania counties. The 24 counties include: Bradford, Sullivan, Cameron, Elk, Centre, Clarion, Clearfield, Jefferson, Columbia, Montour, Snyder, Union, Forest, Warren, Greene, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, McKean, Northumberland, Potter, Schuylkill, Tioga, and Wayne County. The organization is comprised of mental health and substance use disorder administrators from the member counties and is staffed by experienced, dedicated, and talented individuals. BHARP’s vision is to ensure that all individuals receiving behavioral health services in the BHARP region have access to a comprehensive array of high quality, cost effective, community based, and recovery-oriented services that maximize their potential for recovery.

A map of all BHARP serviced counties

Equal Opportunity Employer

BHARP is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, skills, and performance, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

What makes BHARP so great?

BHARP is more than just a job, we are a mission.  When you join BHARP you are part of something bigger which drives real healthcare improvements across Pennsylvania.  Along with caring for Pennsylvania, we care for our employees.  We offer a variety of benefits including:

  • Generous Starting Benefit Time including:
    • 4 Floating Holidays
    • 11 paid holidays
    • 5 Personal Days
    • 12 Sick Days
    • 15 Vacation Days (with the opportunity for more as you stay with us)
  • Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability – Fully Employer Paid
  • Opportunity to buy up on employee life insurance and short-term disability.
  • Excellent Health Insurance
  • 401K Plan with a match up to 5%
  • So much more!

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Data Analyst

BHARP is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Data Analyst to join our team. Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Behavioral Health Data Analyst supports BHARP’s mission by interpreting behavioral health and service utilization data to inform strategy, program planning, and system performance. Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the analyst focuses on understanding data within the context of behavioral health policy, clinical outcomes, and quality improvement. This position expands BHARP’s data analytics capacity by emphasizing the interpretation, validation, and application of behavioral health data. Working collaboratively with the current Data Analyst, the analyst translates data into actionable insights that guide planning, oversight, and system improvement across BHARP departments and county partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify data needs that inform clinical, operational, and strategic decisions.
  • Work closely with BHARP’s Operations, Quality, and Network departments to define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that measure program effectiveness, access, and outcomes.
  • Partner with the current Data Analyst to ensure dashboards and reports accurately reflect behavioral health metrics and priorities.
  • Query and integrate behavioral health data from multiple sources, including Medicaid claims, member eligibility, and provider data, to support analytical and reporting needs.
  • Analyze utilization, outcomes, and quality trends to identify areas for improvement and support evidence-based decision-making.
  • Translate complex data into clear narratives and findings that align with BHARP’s goals and contractual obligations.
  • Develop and maintain recurring reports on service utilization, network adequacy, and quality indicators required by OMHSAS, HealthChoices, and county oversight bodies.
  • Produce written summaries and visual materials that communicate findings effectively to non-technical audiences, including leadership and partner agencies.
  • Collaborate with current Data Analyst to design or refine dashboards as needed for presentation of key performance data.
  • Work with the Data Warehouse Administrator to enhance data quality, completeness, and consistency across systems.
  • Identify and correct data integrity issues; propose solutions for improving data management processes.
  • Participate in defining and implementing data governance and security standards consistent with BHARP policies and state requirements.
  • Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify trends and generate hypotheses about system performance.
  • Stay informed about emerging trends in behavioral health data, performance metrics, and policy reporting.
  • Collaborate with other BHARP departments and external partners to advance data-informed quality initiatives.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned to support BHARP’s mission and operational priorities.
  • Remote position with occasional on‑site work at the BHARP Office in State College, PA as requested by the CEO/COO.

What we’re looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Statistics, Computer Science, Business, Economics, Public Health, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Statistics, or another related field (master’s degree preferred).
  • At least five years of experience in data analysis, program evaluation, or quality improvement within behavioral health, human services, or healthcare.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret data in a policy, clinical, or programmatic context.
  • Proficiency in SQL and Excel; familiarity with Tableau or similar visualization tools sufficient to collaborate with data visualization staff.
  • Experience with behavioral health or Medicaid datasets and knowledge of HealthChoices and OMHSAS reporting preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present data to diverse audiences.
  • Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and security best practices.
  • Analytical thinker with a strong understanding of behavioral health systems and data.
  • Able to translate complex data into meaningful insights for decision-makers.
  • Professional, adaptable, and collaborative, with strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Committed to confidentiality, integrity, and continuous learning.

Additional Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and automobile.
  • Medicaid exclusion check.
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, Criminal Record Check, DMV Record Check, and FBI fingerprinting.
  • Immigration and naturalization (I-9) clearance.
  • Functional knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Cover letter and resume may be submitted to theruraldifference@bharp.org

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