Community-Based Research Assistant, MOON Study (RTI)
Heluna Health
- Berkeley, CA
- $26.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Build relationships with community organizations where data can be collected
- Recruit and refer eligible study participants to the study field sites
- Conduct street-based participant engagement
- Share research information and field questions in street and community settings
- Identify and secure field sites for data collection across the San Francisco Bay Area
- Collaborate with Project Coordinator on participant flow, hospitality, and scheduling at field sites as needed
- Assist Project Coordinator with set up and break down of field sites
- Contribute to creating an environment of welcome, respect, care, and safety for community members participating in the research at field sites through harm reduction and trauma informed practices
- Conduct structured, quantitative interviews with study participants
- Operate computerized data collection program (CAPI) on a laptop computer and tablet
- Providing interested study participants with referrals to health and social services as needed
- Other duties as assigned
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- One (1) year of experience working with marginalized populations, such as people who use drugs and people experiencing homelessness
- Two (2) years of experience conducting community-based outreach in urban environments to people who use drugs, people experiencing homelessness, and people with mental health concerns
- Familiarity with the practice and principles of harm reduction
- One (1) year of experience in quantitative data collection using computerized data collection programs preferred
- One (1) year of experience working on community-based research projects preferred
- Experience with motivational interviewing/counseling preferred
- Background clearance required
- A valid California driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
- Must be willing to use personal vehicle when needed to transport supplies to field sites and conduct outreach activities
- Fluent in Spanish strongly preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
- Knowledge of local San Francisco resources (i.e., housing, employment, food, etc.)
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and good judgment
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to de-escalate potentially volatile situations
- Familiarity with street/substance using social settings
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling / Fingering Frequently
Driving Frequently
Reach Outward Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not ApplicableNot Applicable Not required for essential functions
Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly (5+ hrs/day)WORK ENVIRONMENTTemporary field sites such as community centers and churches as well as mobile and street (outdoor) locations in San Francisco, CA.APPLICATION PROCEDURESInterested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.