26-12052 Relief Research Specialist AMHS/Navigate at CMHA Candidate Experience Site

Lansing, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

24.76

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical research, Mental health services, Schizophrenia research, Neuropsychological testing, Data documentation, Regulatory compliance, Participant recruitment, Evidence-based practices, Communication, Physical management techniques

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service members, veterans, and their family members to apply. Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the NAVIGATE Coordinator, serves as a bachelor’s level professional with the primary duty of serving as the Research Specialist for the Early-phase Schizophrenia: Practice-based Research to Improve Treatment Outcomes (ESPRITO) and early psychosis studies. Individual will perform a wide range of project related tasks including recruiting participants from the NAVIGATE Program, interfacing with national and local research teams, participation in ongoing training/supervisory sessions with Early Psychosis Intervention Network (EPINET) Teams, completing all required paperwork and documentation, providing direct and indirect mental health and co-occurring disorder services within the framework of research initiatives. The Research Specialist will maintain all required site-specific regulatory documents and work with the EPINET Teams on regulatory requirements for the study as a whole. May also serve as lead for the implementation of specific Evidence-Based Practices. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures. Requirements: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field from an accredited college or university is required. Prior experience in research, specifically human clinical trials in schizophrenia, or neuropsychological testing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above. Must be able to perform physical management techniques. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both in writing and verbally is required. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required. Conditional Employment Requirements: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a Michigan State Police clearance check, verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon their driving record. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen. To Apply: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Salary/Hours: $24.76 hourly. 0-19 hours weekly. Location: Adult Mental Health Services/Navigate, Lansing, Michigan.

Responsibilities

The Research Specialist will recruit participants for early psychosis studies and manage regulatory documentation for research initiatives. They will also provide mental health services and implement evidence-based practices under the supervision of the NAVIGATE Coordinator.