Research Assistant

Position Summary

Assists the Program Manager of our Kū Ola Kāne Program in the following activities: implementation of the scope of work identified in the active research project(s). Inclusive of and not limited to: outreach to the Native Hawaiian community, identify and register eligible Native Hawaiian participants for research project(s), collect data, prepare information for analysis or presentation; perform standardized measurements; participate in field work; participate in library research; and use computers to facilitate data collection and document information related to the active research project(s). Deliver culturally appropriate services to the Native Hawaiian community. Participate in monthly meetings, work with community facilitators, and coordinate the research project(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Outreach to Native Hawaiian communities (i.e. health fairs/events, presentations, canvassing, etc.)

  • Inform eligible Native Hawaiian clients about organization’s programs and services.

  • Identify, screen, and register eligible Native Hawaiian participants for research project(s).

  • Coordinate research activity (i.e. facilities, facilitators, etc.)

  • Conduct research activity (i.e. interviews, interventions, assessments, etc.)

  • Provides client follow-up per research protocol.

  • Maintains client record.

  • Document client encounter in a timely and concise manner.

  • Data collection per research protocol.

  • Data management.

  • May conduct library research related to the project by utilizing sources such as academic journals, newspapers, statistical records, and other related resources.

  • Provide clerical/office support to the project (i.e. copying, fifing, etc.)

  • Assist clients with access to health care resources.

  • Provides resources to agency employees.

  • Attends trainings, conferences, meetings pertinent to research project(s).

Other Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assists with the development of research implementation plan(s).

  • Assists with monthly, quarterly, annual reports.

  • Assists with the evaluation of the program/service delivery.

  • Participates in monthly staff meetings.

  • Performs other duties as required or assigned by the Program Manager.

Qualification Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Island cultural values and practices.

  • Excellent knowledge of community, health and human service agency resources.

  • Comprehension of Health Specialist knowledge base within 3 months of employment.

  • Prefer proficient knowledge and ability to utilize Windows 10 Pro computer system and Microsoft Office 365 applications.

  • Excellent problem solving, organizational, detail oriented and time management skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate research activity.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and complete tasks as assigned.

Other Requirements

  • Must be a kāne (male) to apply for this position.

  • Use of own personal transportation vehicle for work with proof of current no fault insurance coverage; bicycle will not suffice.

  • Current valid driver’s license.

  • Driver’s abstract without any moving violations.

  • CPR, First Aid and Health Care Provider certification.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Two (2) years of college and/or Associates Degree in a health and human services field.

  • Three (3) years of experience in a health care, education or social human service position.

  • Student of cultural practitioner.

  • Demonstrated competency within three (3) months of clinical assessment of data collection.

  • Any combination of education and experience that would provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.95 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching

  • Dental Insurance

  • Employee discount

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Paid Time Off

  • Professional development assistance

  • Vision Insurance

COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccination cards are required for all employees. Clients are required to wear masks, temperature checks at all locations and other requirements as mandated by the CDC and the State of Hawaii.

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

Experience:

  • Health care, education, or social human services: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

  • One location

Company's website:

  • https://keolamamo.org

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

  • No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

  • Personal protective equipment provided or required

  • Temperature screenings

  • Social distancing guidelines in place

  • Virtual meetings

  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

 

To be considered for employment, interested applicants must submit a resume to:
hrsearch@keolamamo.org or fax at 808-848-8001.