Coordinator Outreach Job at RWJ New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ

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  • RWJ New Brunswick
  • New Brunswick, NJ

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Research Program Coordinator will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and a team of Community Health Ambassadors (CHA s) to coordinate and support the Understanding Latina Experiences with Victimization, Intersectionality, and Discrimination Research Project. The research project will examine the associations between victimization, discrimination, help-seeking, and mental health among the Latina population utilizing intersectionality. Intersectional criminology is needed to understand how identities shape experiences with victimization and go beyond a singular lens of the Latina population. This role involves managing day-to-day research activities, coordinating efforts for on-the-ground recruit of participants, collect data, ensuring effective communication among team members, maintaining strong relationships with community partners any other duties as per grant requirements.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor s Degree in Science, Social Work, Psychology or related field. Documented, related work experience may be substituted for academic requirements year by year
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in research coordination or a related role, preferably within community-based research
  • Strong understanding of domestic violence issues, particularly within Latina communities
  • Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and a strong commitment to cultural competency
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines
  • Knowledge of IRB processes and ethical considerations in research
  • Be able to lift/push/pull up to 15 pounds and standing, walking, sitting for extended periods of time
  • Valid NJ driver s license

Preferred:

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Availability on weekend: potentially every other Saturdays
  • Availability on weekdays, both evenings (2-3 times a week) and daytime (1/week)
  • Nights and weekend availability required

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinate efforts for on-the-ground recruit of participants from community-based organizations that work with the Latinx population. Of particular interest are community-based organizations that serve Latinx subpopulations such as Afro-Latinas, Indigenous-Latinas, queer Latinas, trans Latinxs, elderly Latinas, domestic workers, and disabled Latinas. Apply cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by Latina communities in the context of domestic violence
  • Ensure that research approaches and interventions are culturally appropriate and effective.
  • Leverage the RWJUH Community Health Promotions extensive networks to identify organizations, invite them to participate in the project, coordinate 2-3 meetings of the community organizations (consortium meetings)
  • Facilitate clear and consistent communication among all project stakeholders, including the PI, research team, community partners, and participants
  • Prepare and distribute regular project updates and reports
  • Coordinate the payment of stipends to community organizations
  • Work closely with PI to provide training and ongoing support to CHA s and other team members on research protocol survey data collection and community engagement strategies
  • Track surveys collected per CHA s and assist with payment of stipends to CHA s and survey participants
  • Work closely with PI and the CHA s to assist with practice applications of results and dissemination
  • Prepares reports on programs as requested. Reports should be comprehensive and completed within the established time frame
  • Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services to all age groups (infants, pediatric, geriatric, adults, and adolescents)
  • Participates in local community committees, advisory boards as appropriate

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Saturday, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,

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