Description: 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.
Education:
- Education/Certification- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (research related), and at least 2 years equivalent experience in evaluation and/or research.
