Position Summary:

In general, the Research Assistant will serve as a member of the Research and Evaluation team for all activities affiliated with the implementation of the Research and Evaluation plan of WestCare. Must have familiarity with various cultural groups, of various socio-economic groups, and knowledge of adolescent developmental characteristics.

Essential Job Functions:

• Serve as a member of the Research and Evaluation Team;
• Collect baseline, discharge, and follow-up data on clients;
• Administer and Score assessment instruments;
• Develop basic statistical databases;
• Enter client data in the clinical, federal, state and statistical database 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 clients;
• Engage and build rapport with all clients to assist with tracking and follow-up;
• Conduct chart audits for evaluation purposes;
• Administer Client Perception Surveys;
• Conduct client and/or staff Focus Groups;
• Maintain a Research and Evaluation file for each client;
• Conduct basic statistical analyses;
• Produce reports or assist in the development of reports as required by the Senior Scientist of Evaluation and Outcomes or the Regional Director of Evaluation and Quality;
• Produce reports for the Program Director and/or Regional Vice President;
• Provide feedback to the Program Director and/or Regional Vice President regarding attainment of goals and objectives as well as data collection;
• Assist Program Director or Regional Vice President with Performance Improvement activities;
• 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:

Certifications/Licenses:

• A valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare vehicle insurance; and
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an Annual Tuberculosis test.
• Ability to pass first level and NABS background clearance
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly

During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you

Education:

• Bachelor Degree (Behavioral Health related)

Experience and Competencies:

• One (1) year equivalent experience in evaluation and/or research.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis or variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Working Conditions:

• Must be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends) to accommodate the work and school schedules of the clients
• Must be willing to work in the field and to go to schools, job sites, client homes, etc. to collect required follow-up and evaluation data

Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job

The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or

without accommodation:

Physical Demands:

• The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, BUT exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks;
• Occasional lifting of more than 10 pounds;
• Transportation of clients in company vehicle;
• Occasional risk of intensive physical activity with clients; and
• Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position.