The Opportunity 
The CanARY study (Cannabidiol for At Risk (of psychosis) Youth is a multicentre clinical trial investigating whether subthreshold psychotic symptoms can be effectively treated with cannabidiol (CBD) combined with psychosocial treatment as usual. 

The Role 
We are looking for a research assistant to support the recruitment of young people into this clinical trial and ensure delivery of trial requirements across multiple sites in the Perth metropolitan region.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• To engage and recruit participants into the trial across multiple sites
• Interview participants using a battery of standardised clinical assessment instruments, in accordance with the research protocol. 
• Confident and accurate management of participant data
• Assist with medical assessments and handling of biological samples from participants.
• Communicate and coordinate with all stakeholders across the program including youth mental health providers, clients, internal staff and key stakeholders.

This role is a 24-month contract at 0.6FTE with likely increase to a higher FTE.

About you
Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree in a health science. This role would suit applicants with psychology, social work, occupational therapy, nursing, other allied health or public health qualifications.

The following skills, knowledge and experience are essential criteria for the position:

• Experience working with young people with mental health concerns, preferably in a clinical setting.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Highly developed interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in building relationships and working collaboratively with key stakeholders at various levels.
• Well-developed computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work with and respect diverse peoples, including Aboriginal, culturally diverse and gender diverse people. 
• Current driver’s license and willingness to drive within the metropolitan area. 
• Well-developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

The following skills, knowledge and experience are desirable criteria for the position: 

• Experience conducting clinical assessments or interviews with people with mental health concerns. 
• Experience in clinical trials
• Experience working with clinical teams in a clinical or research context

The successful candidate will be asked to provide a satisfactory National Police and working with children check prior to commencement. 

Our Culture
Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences and foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.

In return, you will be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package including salary packaging of up to $15,899 and the opportunity to be part of a long-standing organisation. 

We offer excellent training and development opportunities and generous staff benefits including flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, social activities and a health and wellbeing program.

How to Apply
If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, please apply through our career portal with your CV and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria. 

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal.  If you are experiencing technical difficulties with our online portal, please direct your query to [email protected].

For further information please contact:  Shelley Baird, Project Manager; Youth Mental Health Team 

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 27st of September 2022 – Telethon Kids reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Telethon Kids Institute is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.