Evaluation Research Specialist, Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Posted by on September 12, 2011

Evaluation Research Specialist, Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Posted on: August 24, 2011

The Family Empowerment Satisfaction Team (FEST) is involved in systems advocacy to increase family and youth input into the delivery of children’s behavioral health services. This is a research position involving evaluation of county behavioral health services for youth. This is accomplished through surveying parents or caregivers and youth to gain their perspective on the behavioral health services they are receiving.

The evaluation research specialist assists in the planning, development and implementation of all phases of research. This includes, but is not limited to, developing survey tools, reaching out to families and youth to participate in surveys, collecting data through questionnaires and interviews, performing data entry and analysis, and preparing written reports.

Qualifications and Requirements:

This position requires basic knowledge of procedures for conducting research. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is preferred, however two to four years of relevant experience will be considered. Applicant must have excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent analytical skills must be able to work both independently and as part of team and be able to work collaboratively with multiple entities. Knowledge of the children’s mental health field is preferred. Good computer skills are essential, and candidate must be proficient in Word, Excel and internet research. This position requires occasional driving. Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Resume can be emailed to hr@mhasp.org.

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