Research Coordinator 1 - Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Job Description

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences within the UW School of Medicine currently has an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary Research Coordinator 1 to join their team.

About this Opportunity 

Reporting to the Research Manager, the Temporary Research Coordinator 1 is responsible for primarily supporting the High-Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) Center of Excellence (COE) through University of California Davis. This position will support implementation of Wraparound using WERT’s Document Assessment and Review Tool (DART). This position will focus on conducting document reviews to measure implementation quality of Wraparound within counties and provider organizations in California. This position is hybrid-eligible, with a remote option upon approval. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct reviews using the Document Assessment Review Tool (DART). (65%)
  • Read and take notes on entirety of youth health record (EHR) to understand context and care provided.
  • Review specific details including dates of important meetings and attendance, tasks completed by the coordination team, care plan(s) to determine level of care provided, and whether coordinator completed Wraparound activities with fidelity.
  • Identify safety plans, and score based on whether the interventions were provided and/or appropriate for any crises/unsafe situations occurred.
  • Review all documentation, assessments, case notes, etc., to determine whether the youth improved on any outcomes (e.g., living situations, hospitalizations, criminal behavior, attendance in school, etc.).
  • Develop summary scores based on the criteria identified in the DART manual.
• Provide technical assistance to help support data collection. (10%)
• Coordinate data collection, processing, and analysis. (10%)
• Communicate with sites to access necessary EHRs and documents. (10%)
• Help with other WERT projects as needed. (5%)

Required Qualifications 

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with qualitative data coding.
• Experience with electronic health record systems.
• Experience with research methods and statistics.
• Collaborating with providers/stakeholders on data collection.

About the Team 

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is the third largest department within the School of Medicine. The department supports over 330 full-time faculty members, 460 courtesy faculty members, and 350 staff, with overall annual operations funding from all sources exceeding $150 million supporting the work of faculty providing clinical services, a highly competitive residency training program, a robust research portfolio, and more. Learn more about us at https://psychiatry.uw.edu/. 

Placement in the range will depend on a candidate’s job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process. 

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$55,944.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$90,000.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.