Emory

Peer Support Specialist - Rollins School of Public Health

Job Number
138827
Job Type
Regular Part-Time
Division
School Of Public Health
Department
SPH: Behav/Soc/Health Educ Sci
Job Category
Administrative and Business Support
Campus Location (For Posting) : Location
US-GA-Atlanta
Location : Name
Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor
Remote Work Classification
Hybrid Remote
Health and Safety Information
Position involves clinical patient contact.

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Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assists in coordinating routine activities associated with a research project to include data maintenance, grant expenditure adherence, project evaluation, meeting scheduling, research subject interfacing, light clerical duties and control of equipment and supplies.
  • May review literature for related research developments and techniques, compile findings and generate reports.
  • May serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies and product representatives.
  • May supervise other staff.
  • Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

This is a half-time in-person role to serve as a community health worker on a multisite clinical trial under the oversight Drs. Abby Lott (Grady Trauma Project) and Briana Woods-Jaeger (Emory University Rollins School of Public Health). The clinical trial will be conducted with pregnant Black and African American women utilizing prenatal care and will include in-clinic activities and direct patient contact. Under general supervision in this role, this individual will:

  • Assist with study recruitment according to study protocols and assigned schedules.
  • Conduct enhanced screening intervention (culturally responsive Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) with pregnant mothers enrolled in the study and assist in follow up visits with those mothers as needed. This will include in clinic patient engagement at Grady Memorial Hospital.
  • Maintain records and files of work performed and visits completed in computer databases.
  • Assist with community outreach and advocacy related to the study, including helping with barriers to care engagement for study participants, as well as assist with academic and public dissemination events and annual community forums.
  • Will be expected to attend weekly team meetings and supervision meetings.
  • Interface with our University of Missouri Kansas City colleagues as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in a science discipline, business management, or related field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with Black pregnant women in community or healthcare settings
  • Lived experience of navigating prenatal care
  • Working in community settings

Note: An approved CAS Exception is required for anyone who is charged to a federal grant or contract under this job code.

 

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

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