Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team as a Research Assistant for a study focused on recruiting inmates from correctional facilities and providing comprehensive follow-up post-release. This role involves recruitment efforts within correctional facilities, conducting follow-up activities post-release, and leading a team of dedicated professionals to ensure the study's success.Main areas of responsibilityRecruitment:
*Develop and implement recruitment strategies to engage inmates within correctional facilities.
*Collaborate with correctional facility staff to facilitate recruitment efforts.
*Conduct informational sessions and interviews with potential study participants.
*Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and participant information.Follow-up:
*Establish and maintain contact with study participants post-release through telephonic communication and home visits
*Provide support and resources to participants to facilitate successful reintegration into society.
*Document and report follow-up activities and participant progress.Administrative Tasks:
*Coordinate scheduling and logistics for recruitment and follow-up activities.
*Prepare reports and presentations summarizing recruitment and follow-up outcomes for study stakeholders.
*Data capturingQualification

• Grade 12
• Post-Matric Qualification

Work experience

• Minimum two years experience in research projects recruiting, enrolling, and following up study participants.

Advantageous

• Prior experience with recruitment and follow-up of individuals from correctional facilities.

Skills required (Technical, functional, & behavioural)

• Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of issues relating to community reintegration of former inmates.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Windows-based programmes).
• Ability to assess client needs and provide relevant referrals.
• Ability to provide assistance in making appointments for clients, as needed.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
• Needs to demonstrate consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
• The role includes sharing of driving duties (a driver license will be an added advantage).

Please note:These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.The Aurum Institute welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development.Closing date: 13 September 2024

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