Research Assistant (Parktown) at The Aurum Institute

Description

• We are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team as a Research Assistant for a study focused on recruiting inmates from correctional facilities and providing comprehensive follow-up post-release. This role involves recruitment efforts within correctional facilities, conducting follow-up activities post-release, and leading a team of dedicated professionals to ensure the study's success.

Main areas of responsibility

Recruitment:

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to engage inmates within correctional facilities.
• Collaborate with correctional facility staff to facilitate recruitment efforts.
• Conduct informational sessions and interviews with potential study participants.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and participant information.

Follow-up:

• Establish and maintain contact with study participants post-release through telephonic communication and home visits
• Provide support and resources to participants to facilitate successful reintegration into society.
• Document and report follow-up activities and participant progress.

Administrative Tasks:

• Coordinate scheduling and logistics for recruitment and follow-up activities.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing recruitment and follow-up outcomes for study stakeholders.
• Data capturing

Requirements
Qualification

• Grade 12
• Post-Matric Qualification

Work experience

• Minimum two years’ experience in research projects recruiting, enrolling, and following up study participants.

Advantageous

• Prior experience with recruitment and follow-up of individuals from correctional facilities.

Skills required (Technical, functional, & behavioural)

• Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of issues relating to community reintegration of former inmates.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Windows-based programmes).
• Ability to assess client needs and provide relevant referrals.
• Ability to provide assistance in making appointments for clients, as needed.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
• Needs to demonstrate consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
• The role includes sharing of driving duties (a driver license will be an added advantage).