Data Assistant

Description:

The Data Assistant is a grant funded position for the EMPOWER program, a SAMHSA funded project from 9/30/2023 to 9/29/2028. Working under moderate to general supervision, the Data Assistant is responsible for:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Enrolls participants in the project.
• Conducts baseline assessments using standardized measures.
• Tracks participants with regular communications, maintains rapport and maximizes program ability to locate persons for discharge and follow-up assessments.
• Conducts follow up assessments on site or in the community.
• Performs computer data entry of standardized assessments and other projects-relevant information.
• Maintains regular communication with Program Evaluator and other project staff about study progress and to address problems.
• Takes minutes during evaluation-related meetings and conference calls, creates “Next Steps/To Do” list following each meeting.
• Adheres to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct and attends training and formal education as needed to maintain and/or advance credentialing or develop job skills.
• Ensures that federal regulations on privacy, confidentially, and patient’s rights are enforced (42 C.F.R., Part 2, and HIPAA).
• Adheres to all IBR and program/departmental policies and procedures, including attendance and safety policies, and supports IBR and program/department mission, goals, and philosophy in all interactions with patients, staff, and other business contacts.
• Understands safety and security protocols and responds appropriately in emergency situations.
• Attends monthly staff meetings and all mandatory trainings established by IBR.
• Maintains a neat and professional work environment and exercises care in the use of facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Interacts with IBR staff, patients, and other business contacts in an appropriate and professional manner.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• All other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position works 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the program.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, public health. or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Past experience in research/evaluation and use of standardized assessment measures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to engage with project participants, establishing trust and rapport essential to successful tracking and retention.
• Experience with vulnerable and hard to reach population (e.g. persons living with HIV; individuals with substance use disorders; LGBTQ community).
• Experience in research or treatment of individuals with substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local and agency regulations, policies and procedures confidentiality and medication assisted treatment delivery.
• Ability to analyze data, think independently and coordinate high priority initiatives and timelines.
• Knowledge of approaches and procedures for testing for HIV, Hepatitis C and other infectious diseases.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and ethical relationships with staff, individuals and groups.
• Ability to work as part of a comprehensive community support systems, health and human service resources and activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with knowledge of medical terminology as related to substance abuse and dependency.
• Flexibility in days and hours available for scheduled work, including evenings and weekends.
• Typical office conditions with frequent sitting, standing, and walking
• Frequent repetitive hand motion with use of computer and office equipment.
• Knowledge of computers, and word processing and data processing software.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.