Research Assistant (SRAE) (50584)

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:

• Collect baseline and follow-up data on program participants and stakeholders;
• Administer and score assessment instruments;
• Develop basic statistical databases;
• Enter data in the clinical, federal, state and statistical databases as required;
• Monitor quantitative and qualitative data collection processes;
• Coordinate the compilation and management of data;
• Maintain a tracking and follow-up log for all participants and stakeholders;
• Engage and build rapport with participants and stakeholders to assist with tracking and follow-up;
• Conduct data audits for evaluation purposes;
• Administer Participant and Stakeholder Perception Surveys, conduct Focus Groups;
• Maintain a Research and Evaluation file for each participant;
• Conduct basic statistical analyses;
• Produce reports or assist in the development of reports as required;
• Provide feedback to the Program Director and/or Senior Vice President;
• Conduct literature searches via the Internet and World Wide Web;
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

Education:

• 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;
• Marketing and/or sales experience preferred;
• Bilingual is preferred;
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;
• Ability to work well in a team environment;
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;
• Professional appearance and demeanor;
• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required; and
• CPR Certification and First Aid Certification.