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Job Description
About Us:
APT Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health disorders. Serving communities across Connecticut since 1970, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment, including medication-assisted treatment, counseling, mental health services, primary care, and recovery support.
Our Mission:
Driven team is committed to compassionate, person-centered care and creating pathways to lasting recovery.
Job Summary:
The Research Assistant, under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator and the general supervision of the Principal Investigator or APT Director of Research, acts as the participant recruiter and evaluator for research studies with individuals with MOUD (medications for Opioid Use Disorder). The hired individual will interact with participants, schedule appointments, and conduct assessments. This individual will implement, track research study procedures, and troubleshoot when necessary. This position may require community outreach, random assignment, co-facilitating group assessments/interventions, locating participants, reviewing clinical records for research information.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collect, enter, manage, and prepare research data for analysis and reporting. Recruit participants through outreach methods such as flyers, advertisements, and social media. Screen, contact, schedule, enroll, and obtain informed consent from study participants. Conduct baseline, follow-up, and longitudinal assessments; provide participant incentives. Administer interviews, supervise self-report assessments, and collect biological samples (e.g., urine drug screens, breath alcohol tests, HIV rapid tests). Maintain study records, participant files, logs, and assessment materials. Monitor data quality, coordinate study activities, and track recruitment and interview progress. Manage data entry, reporting, petty cash records, and participant payment documentation. Perform administrative duties, prepare study materials, maintain inventory, and order supplies. Follow safety procedures and complete required training.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor's degree in psychology, science, or related human service field. Excellent computer skills (Microsoft suite) Knowledge of data management and analysis software.
Bilingual Spanish Preferred Job Location:
On Site Job Type:
Full Time Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
