Junior Data Analyst

Rise People; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Counselling in Edmonton is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to support database management, dashboard development, reporting processes, and data accessibility. This role offers hands-on experience transforming organizational data into clear, actionable insights within a community mental health setting.

This position is ideal for a student or recent graduate, with opportunities to work on surveys, data visualization, and outcomes analysis using tools like Power BI, SPSS, and Python.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Familiarity with data analysis software (SPSS, R, Python) is an asset.
• Strong analytical and communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to translate data findings into actionable insights for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support database management and data quality efforts.
• Develop, update, and maintain dashboards and data visualizations.
• Assist with reporting processes and outcomes measurement.
• Collect and analyze client and program outcome data.
• Assist with surveys using SurveyMonkey or similar platforms.
• Prepare clear reports and visualizations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with staff to communicate findings effectively.

Skills

Data analysis

Dashboard development

Reporting

Statistical methods

Data visualization

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Data Analytics or related field

Tools

Power BI

SPSS/R/Python

Microsoft Office

SurveyMonkey

Microsoft Access

Job description

Cornerstone Counselling is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to join our administrative team.

Who We Are:

Cornerstone Counselling is an inclusive, faith-based, not-for-profit agency with a 45-year history of offering compassion, support, and healing to people from all walks of life. We believe that everyone who needs help, irrespective of faith, race, gender, lifestyle, or financial ability should have access to mental health care. Our diverse team of accredited professionals provides a wide range of mental health services for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children as young as four years old.

Today, we are proud to recognize our work has touched over 90,000 lives over our history. As we continue to grow and improve our services, we recognize the importance of using data to understand outcomes, strengthen programs, and support informed decision-making.

About the Role

Cornerstone is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to support our database management, dashboard development, reporting processes, and overall data accessibility. This role will help transform organizational data into clear, useful, and actionable insights.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain practical experience in data collection, database management, reporting, outcomes measurement, research, and data visualization within a community mental health setting.

What You Will Do:

• Help improve the accessibility, organization, and usability of organizational data.
• Support the organization’s databases and assist with maintaining data quality and accuracy.
• Assist with developing, updating, and maintaining dashboards and data visualizations.
• Support the collection and analysis of client and program outcome data.
• Assist with surveys, including developing, administering, and analyzing surveys using SurveyMonkey or similar platforms.
• Prepare clear reports, summaries, and visualizations.
• Collaborate with staff and practitioners to understand reporting needs and communicate findings effectively.

What you will bring to the role:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree or diploma program in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with statistical or data analysis software such as SPSS, R, Python, or similar software is an asset.
• An interest in applying data and technology to support mental health and community services
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge or experience working with Microsoft Power BI is an asset.
• Knowledge or experience working with Microsoft Access, database, data visualization, or reporting is an asset.
• Experience with SurveyMonkey or other survey platforms is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate data findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff and practitioners.
• Excellent judgment and professionalism when working with confidential information.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.

What We Will Offer You

• A meaningful position within a well-established community mental health organization.
• Hands-on experience with data analytics, outcomes measurement, Power BI, SPSS, survey tools, research, and reporting.
• The opportunity to work with real-world organizational and clinical outcome data.
• Exposure to a diverse and multidisciplinary mental health environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to projects supporting program evaluation and service improvement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities to develop technical, analytical, research, communication, and project-management skills.
• Practical experience that can support future employment or further education in data analytics, research, program evaluation, psychology, public health, or related fields.

If you are passionate about using data to support meaningful, client-centered care and are looking to gain hands-on experience in an organization that values community impact, collaboration, and continuous improvement.