Research Assistant – Part-time, Temporary

James Bell Associates (https://www.jbassoc.com) – Atlanta, GA

Well-established firm specializing in evaluations of child welfare and human services programs seeks to support a child welfare case record data project for approximately 4-week period in Atlanta, GA. The research assistant is responsible for reviews of administrative and case records of children/families involved in child welfare, and extraction of data elements into Access database. This research study is examining methods for identifying and serving children in the child welfare system who are affected by prenatal exposure to alcohol and other substances, including opioids. The results will lay the groundwork for improved care and outcomes for children, reliable prevalence data, and appropriate allocation of resources.

Duties & Responsibilities

* In-depth 2-day training on project and data collection responsibilities and Access database

* Collection and synthesis of administrative data from state social services data base

* Data entry into structured Access database

* Communicates with the project team manager

* Adheres to the company’s confidentiality protocol

Knowledge & Skills

* Strong organizational and analytical skills

* Attention to detail

* Research training and skills

* Experience with Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

* Excellent written and oral communication skills

* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently

Education Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least two years of work experience in child welfare, social sciences, human services, and/or applied research

Other Requirements

Must be a US citizen and be able to pass background checks.

Compensation/Timing/Location

* Competitive hourly pay ($22-29/hr)

* Between 25-35 hours a week for intensive/consecutive 3- to 4-week period

* Flexible timing, may include evenings and weekends

* Position in Atlanta, GA

* Mileage reimbursement available for local staff

Apply E-mail resume and cover letter with position sought to: Erin Morehouse at morehouse [at] jbassoc [dot] com or send via mail to: Erin Morehouse, c/o James Bell Associates, Inc., 3033 Wilson Blvd., Suite 650, Arlington, VA 22201. Fax: 703-243-3017. Equal opportunity employer.