Research Interviewer - Xylazine Study Job at Heluna Health, Gastonia, NC

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  • Heluna Health
  • Gastonia, NC

Job Description

Job Details

Description

Heluna Health and RTI International seek a Research Interviewer to conduct data collection for a community-based research project involving data collection with people who use illicit opioids and stimulants in the counties that comprise the southern Piedmont region of North Carolina, including Gaston, Catawba, and Burke.

The Research Interviewer will conduct quantitative data collection involving face-to-face survey interviews and provide referrals to participants as needed. Work will be conducted at the three, community field sites in Gaston, Catawba, and Burke counties. The Interviewer will assist the Project Coordinator with activities related to follow-up and study retention.

This is a 50%-time position (20 hours per week). We are seeking a flexible and detail-oriented person with strong interpersonal skills who is familiar with the principles of harm reduction and has experience working with vulnerable and stigmatized populations. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

RTI International 1143, Xylazine Study

The pay for this role is $20/hour.

Essential Functions

  • Conduct numerous, structured, survey interviews with research subjects
  • Drive to different interview locations (fuel costs included)
  • Operate computerized data collection program (CAPI) on a laptop computer
  • Assist Project Coordinator with monthly check-in appointments
  • Assist Project Coordinator with set up and break down of field sites
  • Assist Project Coordinator with participant tracking for follow-up appointments
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Education/Experience please add preferred and required

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • One (1) year experience in collecting person-level data via face-to-face interviews
  • One (1) year experience working with people who inject drugs and/or people experiencing homelessness
  • Familiarity with the practice and principles of harm reduction
  • Experience using computerized data collection programs preferred
  • A valid North Carolina Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related functions.

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

N/A

Other Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively with others
  • Ability to be non-judgmental toward people who use drugs
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and good judgment
  • Ability to manage time and workload
  • Ability to work with others in office and community settings
  • Ability to multitask

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand Occasionally

Walk Occasionally

Sit Frequently

Drive Frequently

Handling / Fingering 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 Applicable

Not Applicable Not Required For Essential Functions

Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)

Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)

Constantly (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work will primarily be conducted at brick & mortar locations in the community, such as harm reduction programs or storefront locations

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested 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.

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

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