ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Experience and Competencies:
- Familiarity with and knowledge of data collection tools (i.e. standardized instruments, surveys, information obtained from database, etc.).
- Ability to create databases in Excel, SPSS, etc.
- Understands the construction of variables.
- Basis understanding of statistical data.
- Familiarity and utilization of basic graphic programs such as Power Point.
- Ability to interpret basic statistics.
- Ability to work and communicate with multi-disciplinary teams and to interface with internal/external departments.
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and to prioritize appropriately.
- Ability to organize work and utilize great time management.
- Understanding of and ability to apply ethical principles.
- Understanding to talk to and communicate with clients in an effective and appropriate manner.
- Bilingual/bicultural (English/Spanish) is preferred.
- 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.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
- Strong critical thinking skills.
- Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
- Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services.
- 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 and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (research related) and one (1) year of equivalent experience in evaluation and/or research.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is performed primarily in a professional, office setting.
- Regular attendance is required. Working overtime is required and essential to perform job duties at times.
- The normal work routine involves no exposure to human blood, body fluids or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee.
WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon
successful completion of a pre-employment drug test,
pre-employment physical and criminal background check.
