PIXI Parent Mentor Job at RTI International
Overview:
The PIXI project is searching for a PIXI Parent Mentor to work with parents and their infants diagnosed with rare neurogenetic conditions during the first year of life.
GET scientists conduct pilot and full-scale research studies, evaluate programs, and provide technical assistance to support evidence-based strategies that inform policy and healthcare practice, with a focus on individuals with rare diseases or a special health care need. The program is seeking a research assistant who can draw on personal experience as a parent of a child with a rare disease to provide support and resources to caregivers through remote virtual Zoom meetings and phone calls. The PIXI Family Mentor will advocate for PIXI clients to obtain necessary services and supports such as Early Intervention, disorder specific clinics, benefits, and other supports as needed.
Please include cover letter as first page of resume attachment when applying for the position. Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications
The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States.
RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.
At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance. Hiring Salary Range: $51,000-$63,000
The Genomics, Ethics, and Translational Research (GET), program within RTI International’s GenOmics, Bioinformatics, and Translational (GOBOT) Research Center is seeking a part-time parent mentor to join our diverse, multidisciplinary team conducting an early intervention study called PIXI (Parents and Infants Interaction Intervention). The purpose of the PIXI Program is to provide psychoeducation, early intervention, and resource referral to caregivers of infants who receive a diagnosis of rare neurogenetic conditions during the first year of life.
The PIXI project is searching for a PIXI Parent Mentor to work with parents and their infants diagnosed with rare neurogenetic conditions during the first year of life.
GET scientists conduct pilot and full-scale research studies, evaluate programs, and provide technical assistance to support evidence-based strategies that inform policy and healthcare practice, with a focus on individuals with rare diseases or a special health care need. The program is seeking a research assistant who can draw on personal experience as a parent of a child with a rare disease to provide support and resources to caregivers through remote virtual Zoom meetings and phone calls. The PIXI Family Mentor will advocate for PIXI clients to obtain necessary services and supports such as Early Intervention, disorder specific clinics, benefits, and other supports as needed.
Please include cover letter as first page of resume attachment when applying for the position.
Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Assist caregivers with finding resources, advising the caregiver of processes and encouraging follow through with proposed resolutions, locating necessary supports or provide other assistance as needed.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all information related to the participant and their engagement with the research study.
Work in collaboration with the PIXI team, including RTI International and other partner agency staff. Attend staff meetings, agency training(s), and conferences. Participate in case conferences/reviews and supervision with PIXI staff.
Develop resources and printed materials for families.
Join early intervention sessions with PIXI staff and/or participant’s early intervention case managers and providers. Directly communicate with EI providers around case consultation.
Using effective time management skills to complete required job duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Personal experience and knowledge of Angelman Syndrome
- Knowledge of Early Intervention services
- A minimum of 2 years of college/higher education
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work successfully and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Be willing to complete parent mentor training
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong connections with Angelman community
- Training in mental health counseling, early childhood education, early intervention, pediatric health, family support
As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI policy.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.
RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach and one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. For more information, visit www.rti.org.
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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.
RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach and one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. For more information, visit www.rti.org.
For USA Job Postings Only: RTI participates in the US Government E-Verify program. Further information regarding the E-Verify program and laws that are designed to protect you against discrimination relating to your legal right to work in the US can be found here.
For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.
The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States.
RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.
At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.
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