Position Summary:

The Research Assistant is responsible for maintaining the Clinical Database System (CDS), conducting basic statistical analyses, tracking clients, and conducting client follow-up assessments. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

Serves as a member of the Research and Evaluation Team, collecting baseline, discharge, and follow-up data on clients; Scores assessment instruments and develops and enters data into statistical databases; Enters results of all evaluation tools in the Clinical Database System (CDS); Monitors quantitative and qualitative data collection processes and coordinates the compilation and management of data; Maintains a tracking and follow-up log for all clients; Engages and builds rapport with all clients to assist with tracking and follow-up, and administers Client Perception Surveys; Conducts chart audits for evaluation purposes and Client and Staff focus groups; Maintains Research and Evaluation files for each client; Conducts basic statistical analyses and produces reports as required ; Produces reports for the Program Director, Area Director, and/or Regional Vice President as needed; Provides feedback to the Program Director, Area Director, and/or Regional Vice President regarding attainment of goals and objective as well as data collection; Assists area and programmatic leadership in Performance Improvement activities; Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community; Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; Performs any other duties as assigned.