Position Description:
Title: Research Assistant Reports To: Program Manager
Hours: Full Time Supervises: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly) OSHA Exposure Category: II
Staff Name (if known):
Position Summary:
In general, the Research Assistant will serve as a member of the assessment team for all activities affiliated with the implementation of the Research and Evaluation Plan.
Essential Job Functions:
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Collect baseline and follow-up data on program participants and stakeholders;
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Administer and score assessment instruments;
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Develop basic statistical databases;
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Enter data in the clinical, federal, state and statistical databases as required;
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Monitor quantitative and qualitative data collection processes;
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Coordinate the compilation and management of data;
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Maintain a tracking and follow-up log for all participants and stakeholders;
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Engage and build rapport with participants and stakeholders to assist with tracking and follow-up;
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Conduct data audits for evaluation purposes;
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Administer Participant and Stakeholder Perception Surveys, conduct Focus Groups;
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Maintain a Research and Evaluation file for each participant;
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Conduct basic statistical analyses;
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Produce reports or assist in the development of reports as required;
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Provide feedback to the Program Director and/or Senior Vice President;
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Conduct literature searches via the Internet and World Wide Web;
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Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
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Perform any other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
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Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related field is preferred;
- High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of college-level education is required. Two (2) years of alcohol and other drug counseling experience may be substituted for one (1) year of college-level education. No more than one (1) year of college-level education may be substituted with alcohol and other drug counseling experience.
Experience and Competencies:
- Intake and assessment experience is preferred;
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Marketing and/or sales experience preferred;
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Bilingual is preferred;
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Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
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Excellent communication skills;
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Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;
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Ability to work well in a team environment;
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Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;
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Professional appearance and demeanor;
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Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;
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Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required; and
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CPR Certification and First Aid Certification.
