Job Description

Community-Based Resrch Splst

Requisition IDreq29101
Working TitleCommunity-Based Resrch Splst
Position Grade11
Position SummaryThe UNM Department of Psychiatryand Behavioral Sciences, Division of Community Behavioral Health (CBH) isseeking a self-motivated individual to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team. The mission of CBH is to address health care disparities through: health services research andevaluation; capacity building; training and workforce development; and throughincreasing access to quality behavioral health services that are holistic,cost-effective and provided with respect to unique cultures and communities.

The Division of CommunityBehavioral Health (CBH), within the broader Department of Psychiatry, isseeking a self-motivated individual to join our dynamic multi-disciplinaryteam. The mission of CBH is to address behavioral health care disparities through: health services research and evaluation; training and workforce development; and through increasing access to quality behavioral healthservices that are holistic, cost-effective and provided with respect to uniquecultures and communities.

CBH is seeking an on-callCommunity-Based Research Specialist to serve on two projects designed toimprove community-based mental health services and treatment across New Mexico in culturally relevant ways. Duties include, but are not limited to:assisting with project implementation, consenting, screening and assessment;data collection, data entry and quality assurance; assisting with databasecreation and maintenance; conducting fidelity assessments; regulatory and othercompliance reporting requirements as needed. This position may also facilitateand coordinate trainings, and participate in grant writing and publicationdevelopment. The qualified candidate should be comfortable working in a variety of settings (conducting interviews in clinics, public buildings, telehealth, etc.). This position requires excellent communication skills, and the ability to workefficiently and accurately with data across various programs.

This position requires a commitment to helping other sand a high level of compassion, empathy and self-awareness; a knowledge of behavioral health issuesand resources available to communities; a collaborative nature to work with amultidisciplinary team; resourcefulness, responsiveness and flexibility; andsuperb organizational and communication/ relationship building skills.

This is an on-call position based in Albuquerque, NM. This position is not eligible for benefits. This position will requirelimited travel within New Mexico.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in behavioral or public health preferred
  • Extensive experience with behavioral health services research and evaluation
  • Experience conducting interviews with individuals with serious mental illness, homelessness and substance abuse
  • Experience with data reporting, dissemination and presentation- including reporting on barriers to care
  • Experience working with Human Research Review Boards
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentPsych Community Behavioral Health (451E)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeOn-Call
Term End Date
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $19.93 - $27.69
Benefits EligibleThis is not a benefits eligible position.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredNo
For Best Consideration Date4/22/2024
Eligible for Remote WorkYes
Eligible for Remote Work StatementThis position is a hybrid position, working in-office, at SRMC, clinics, and remotely at times.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To be considered, applicants must supply: 1. Cover letter summarizing relevant experience and explaining why qualified for the position, specifically addressing preferred qualifications; 2. Resume; 3. Three supervisory references with current contact information. Selected candidate must supply official transcript(s) or proof of meeting minimum job requirements.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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