Data Clerk - (CCI) ID- 12545

Full job description

Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed Teaching and Therapeutic Community, is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn and join our community as a Data Clerk at our in-prison facilities. This groundbreaking opportunity not only will be working in our prison programs to help the inmate population but will also enhance your training and experience in the field.


About Amity:


Amity Foundation is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed, and lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism and violence. Amity is committed to research, development implementation and dissemination of information regarding community building.


Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation, Restoration, Renewal


About the Position:


As a Data Clerk this position is responsible for entry of all data into the Automated Reentry Management System (ARMS) within the integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP). This position is responsible for the operational aspects of tracking and entering data and following the policies and procedures associated with these activities.

What You Will Do:

  • Daily data entry pertaining to services at ISUDTP.
  • Accurate and timely entry of service data.
  • Ensure data security as outlined in the ARMS Data Sharing Agreement and fulfill duties and obligations with respect to the protection, use, and disclosure of protected heath information.
  • Adhere to policies and procedures that ensure the integrity, accuracy and security of all data maintained and submitted to CDCR.
  • Abide by policies and procedures outlining release of data, maintaining appropriate documentation of participant requests for information and signed Authorization for Release of Information.
  • Ensure that technical and procedural best practices related to data security are upheld.
  • Prepare and maintain daily register of participant participation and weekly and monthly reports provided to CDCR.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

What We Offer:

  • 100% Employer-sponsored HMO Plan
  • PPO Medical, Dental, Vision option.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, & 11 paid holidays.
  • 401K, HSA, & Supplementary Life insurance programs.
  • An organization committed to social justice and community action.
  • A Community-oriented workplace.
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