Caregiver Resource Navigator
We are seeking a Caregiver Resource Navigator who will administratively coordinate research protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure the efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for all related issues.
This position is responsible for providing individualized and group-based support to caregivers with disabilities as part of a one-year pilot intervention, helping to build trust, foster connection, and ensure access to meaningful resources.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinate all activities of a research study to ensure validity of findings.
- Work with the Principal Investigator or senior research staff to develop operational plans to meet research goals.
- Develop tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
- Collect and organize data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires; conduct background research, laboratory processing, etc.
- Ensure adherence to protocols and procedures.
- Assist with setup of data collection system and enter and organize data.
- Oversee record management for research study.
- Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
- Assist in coordinating study meetings.
- Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.
- Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
Supplemental position details:
- Conduct one-on-one sessions with caregivers to assess needs, develop individualized care navigation plans, and connect them to appropriate resources (e.g., healthcare, financial assistance, respite care, disability services).
- Provide ongoing advocacy and follow-up to ensure continuity of care and support.
- Facilitate regular group sessions focused on mental health, peer support, wellness, and system navigation.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment that supports community-building among caregivers with disabilities.
- Collaborate with the research team to align activities with study goals and maintain accurate documentation for program evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Related undergraduate or work experience in research.
- Experience facilitating support groups and providing resource navigation
- Lived experience as a caregiver and/or person with a disability is highly value
- Two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or caregivers, preferably in a community-based or peer support setting.
Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency:
- Administrative Skills: Awareness
- Clinical Trial Management System: Awareness
- Data Entry: Awareness
- Interpersonal Skills: Awareness
- Literature Reviews: Awareness
- Oral and Written Communications: Awareness
- Organizational Skills: Awareness
- Project Coordination: Awareness
- Research and Analytical Skills: Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Caregiver Resource Navigator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($23,440.25 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Nursing
Department name: Research Administration
Personnel area: School of Nursing