SW-Research Interviewer
SW-Research Interviewer
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Job Description
Heluna Health and RTI International seek a Research Interviewer to conduct data collection for a communitybased research project with people who use drugs in Duluth Minnesota and the surrounding area. This project is referred to as the Community Mitigation Against Xylazine (CMAX) Study.
The Research Interviewer will conduct quantitative data collection and provide interested participants with referrals to health and social services. The Interviewer will assist the Project Coordinator with activities related to setting up and breaking down field sites building relationships with field site staff participants and communitybased organizations and creating environments of care respect and safety for community members participating in the research. The study will run for approximately 18 months with data collection beginning January 2025.
This is a 60%time position (24 hours per week) with some potential hours on weekends early mornings and evenings. Study operating hours will vary during the study period. Work will be conducted primarily at the communitybased field sites and during street outreach conducted by Harm Reduction Sisters.
We are seeking a flexible and detailoriented person with strong interpersonal skills who has experience (paid or volunteer) with harm reduction trauma informed practices and engagement with people who are homeless use drugs and have mental health concerns.
The pay range for this position is $22.00 $28.00 per hour.
Employment is provided by Heluna Health.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Conduct structured quantitative interviews with research subjects
- Operate computerized data collection program on a laptop computer and tablet
- Assist Principal Investigator with set up and break down of field sites
- Other duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma GED or equivalent
- One (1) year experience in quantitative data collection preferred
- One (1) year experience working with marginalized populations such as people who use drugs and people experiencing homelessness
- Familiarity with the practice and principles of harm reduction
- Experience using computerized data collection programs preferred
- Experience with motivational interviewing / counseling preferred
- Background clearance required
- A valid Minnesota drivers license proof of vehicle insurance and reliable transportation or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out jobrelated essential functions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
- Knowledge of local resources (housing employment food etc.)
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and good judgment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand Occasionally
Walk Occasionally
Sit 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
Field site at Harm Reduction Sisters which is located in the Damiano Center in Duluth Minnesota as well as mobile and street (outdoor) locations in northern Minnesota.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.
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.
Employment Type
Hourly
