• Hourly Program Assistant (Temporary)

    University of Washington (Seattle, WA)


    Req #: 244168

     

    Department: INDIGENEOUS WELLNESS RESEARCH INSTITUTE

     

    Job Location Detail: The position will be located in Durant, OK.

     

    Posting Date: 04/02/2025

    Closing Info:

    Open Until Filled

     

    Salary: $21.14 - $25.55 per hour

     

    Shift: First Shift

    Notes:

    As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20250130-a11y.pdf)

     

    As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

     

    UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

     

    The Indigeneous Wellness Research Institute has an outstanding opportunity for an Hourly Program Assistant (NE H NI SEIU 925 Non Supv) to join their team.** **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

     

    + Serve as primary contact with study participants; explain purpose of research study and protocols.

    + Screen prospective participants to determine eligibility according to research protocol entrance criteria; conduct interviews according to established protocol.

    + Compose correspondence, printed materials, and/or news releases related to research program policies, procedures, and operations; edit materials for accuracy, appearance, readability, and style.

    + Compile and distribute information relative to program activities, confer with other departments and outside agencies; serve as resource person for program operations.

    + Coordinate arrangements and assist with program activities such as meetings, camps, and other events.

    + Schedule appointments and meetings.

    + Establish and maintain confidential records and files, record statistical information.

    + Prepare narrative and/or statistical reports regarding program operations.

    + Use spreadsheet and database software to develop and maintain records.

    + Deliver survey baseline and follow-up survey assessments with participants as needed.

    + Answer participants’ questions regarding study protocol and/or characteristics of medication; notify appropriate research personnel regarding problems or complications reported by subjects.

    + Review and explain consent forms, questionnaires, and surveys with prospective subjects.

    + Inventory and order supplies.

    + Travel to intervention sites for intervention planning support to the Program Coordinator and team.

    + Perform other duties as may be assigned. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**

    + High school graduation or equivalent AND Two years of clerical experience.

    + OR Equivalent education/experience.

    + Must have a valid driver's license. **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

    + Good oral and written communication skills.

    + General computer skills.

    + Experience with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

    + One year of college-level course work in relevant academic area.

    + Knowledge and/or experience of Choctaw or Indigenous culture.

    + Experience working with youth, or

    + One year of experience working in health, education, or social services.

    + Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions.

    + Can comfortably lift 30 lbs.

     

    University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.