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;
- Enter client data in the statistical database;
- Enter data in the GPRA database;
- Monitor quantitative and qualitative data collection processes;
- Coordinate the compilation and management o 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 National Director of Research and evaluation;
- 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.