Research Assistant - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job Description

Ecoles Al Madina’s Point Grey (Vancouver) campus sits on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) First Nation.At Ecoles Al Madina, Student Health and Wellbeing, we value your lived experience, as well as your professional experience. For this role, we are seeking individuals who actively demonstrate a deep commitment to anti-racism, social justice, and decolonization. We are striving to build a diverse team that has lived experience with Indigenous communities. As an organization committed to Reconciliation we encourage applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous.There are 3 Research Assistant positions available for a one year term.Anticipated start date of January 9th, 2023.Job SummaryThe Research Assistant (RA) positions play an important role in this project, as the RAs will research and synthesize the foundational knowledge on which the rest of the project will be based. On the practical level, the RAs will initially conduct a deep dive by reading various materials and documents related to existing counselling structures and procedures, Indigeneity, and existing practices/knowledge around decolonizing systems. From this, the RAs will develop and facilitate opportunities to gather more nuanced information on these topics from the Ecoles Al Madina community (ex. focus groups and interviews).There is an opportunity to work on-campus and remotely, and we welcome questions about the possibility of increasing hours to full-time.Summary of projectThis position is an integral part of a new research project, titled ‘Decolonizing Mental Health Services on Campus’. The project stems from a recognition that the predominant Ecoles Al Madina student health and wellbeing structures, policies, and procedures have roots in colonial systems – and these may present barriers to Indigenous students (and others) who are seeking health support on campus. This project intends to build a foundation for systemic change – beginning with increasing awareness and knowledge of how colonization currently impacts the Ecoles Al Madina campus counselling system.Organizational StatusThe Research Assistants will report to the Associate Director, Counsellors in Residence, and work closely with the Associate Director, Indigenous Mental Health and Wellbeing and Director, Counselling Services.Work Performed

• Gathers documents and materials relevant to goals of project (“deep dive”).
• Reviews and becomes familiar with existing policies, procedures, and structures in Ecoles Al Madina Counselling Services.
• Reads and synthesizes information found during the initial review of materials.
• Brainstorms and develops opportunities for collecting data/information from campus community (ex. focus groups, 1:1 interviews, etc.)
• Facilitates interviews and focus groups.
• Documents personal/qualitative experience with project throughout (via a diary).
• Attends regular meetings with project lead and Knowledge Translation Lead.
• Maintains and updates a literature and resource database related to the research project.
• Edits and prepares final overview document of research findings.
• Assists in other administrative duties as needed with an ability to plan, organize and effectively prioritize workload.

Consequence of Error/JudgementSupports research will have a direct impact on the revision and implementation of Counselling Services programs and other support services. Decisions can directly affect students and the operation of Counselling Services, and have a direct impact on the quality of students university experience. Poorly managed relationships across the university have a serious impact on future partnerships for Counselling Services.Supervision ReceivedThis position reports to the Associate Director, Counsellors in Residence, with additional guidance from Associate Director, Indigenous Mental Health and Wellbeing, and the Director, Counselling Services. Position requires a person capable of interpreting the position responsibilities and carrying them out with minimal supervision.Supervision GivenNo direct reports. Works collaboratively with the project team.Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Qualifications

• Strong research, writing and editing skills
• Educational and/or experiential background in a related mental health sciences research field
• Indigenous lived experience with knowledge regarding Indigenous ways of knowing and being
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous historical context, Indigenous community contexts, and ethical principles
• Knowledge of social and Indigenous determinants of mental health in Canada, including commonly-used Indigenous defined perspectives on health and wellness
• Knowledge of cultural safety and humility; an understanding of and sensitivity to intersectional/diversity issues
• Awareness of systemic barriers for students seeking out mental health support
• Familiarity with health systems and structures, with a particular focus on mental health systems
• Familiarity with post-secondary campuses and environments
• Experience using word processing and spreadsheet software (ex. MS Word and Excel)
• Experience in conducting research via environmental scans (ex. using library and scholastic search functions, finding and synthesizing relevant documents, etc.)
• Familiarity with qualitative research practices (ex. action research, ethnographic research)
• Team-oriented, working with others
• Initiative
• Efficient communication
• Networking and building/developing connections
• Conversation facilitation skills (ex. for focus groups, interviews)
• Ability to synthesize and present data in a clear and informative
• Efficient organization
• Willingness to be challenged

Job Type: Part-timeSalary: $2,608.33-$9,740.80 per monthSchedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelors Degree (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

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