Research Coordinator

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• Full-time (1.0 FTE) or part-time (0.8 FTE), Permanent.
• Primarily based in Metro Melbourne with travel to other OHV sites as needed.
• $100,000 (negotiable based on skills and experience).
• 17.5% annual leave loading and generous salary packaging options.
• Progressive Workplace Flexibility options that enable genuine work-life balance.

About Odyssey House Victoria

Odyssey House Victoria (OHV) is a place of hope and positive change for individuals working towards breaking their pattern of addiction. At Odyssey House we believe that every person should have the opportunity to change and grow. Our diverse teams work with individuals, families, and communities to reduce alcohol and other drug (AOD) use, improve mental health, and reconnect people to their family and the community. OHV is a dynamic and fast-growing organisation committed to excellence in service provision and innovation in responding to alcohol and other drugs use problems.

About this opportunity

A rare opportunity exists for a motivated professional in this role at OHV, a leader in specialist alcohol and other drugs treatment. The central purpose of the Research Coordinator role is to further develop and support a culture within our organisation that more effectively links and promotes research with clinical practice, promoting evidence-based practice. It is intended to assist OHV to explore new treatment models and build research skills, within our teams with a particular focus on evaluations. The opportunity to lead and publish research according to the interests and skills of the successful candidate is encouraged.

The role will have a good level of autonomy and flexibility to develop the position working closely with senior management and clinicians. It will have access to an existing network of peers to share insights and resources. OHV has established relationships with Victoria’s leading universities and a working partnership with senior academics at Deakin University. OHV is a preferred employer and provides a values-driven, positive work environment.

Candidates with research experience within the AOD sector, strong links to relevant organisations, and a good publication record, will be highly regarded!

A week in the life would include:

• Monitoring and contributing to existing research across OHV.
• Leading the Research Working Group to manage research requests.
• Keeping senior management informed about all research projects OHV engages in.
• Collaborating with OHV teams to support program evaluations and progressing the program evaluation template.
• Meeting with senior management to discuss the organisational research framework and recommending an annual research theme.
• Liaising with peers.
• Researching key developments in effective treatment techniques.
• Communicating gaps in the research to university partners and recommending thesis topics to students.
• Participating in the OHV/Deakin partnership group and the Policy and Practice Board sub-committee.
• Assisting staff with research, conference presentations and resource development.

For a copy of the position description which outlines the full list of responsibilities, please click HERE.

Key Selection Criteria

We are looking for an experienced individual to be responsible for ensuring research oversight, supporting organisation-wide research translation initiatives and facilitating a strategic approach to research and evaluation activities.

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• A relevant higher degree qualification in a health services or research field (e.g. Psychology, Behavioural Sciences, Social Work, Biostatistics)
• Demonstrated experience in conducting research and evaluation activities such as literature reviews, end-to-end study design, publication and grant writing, consultations and/or experience in translating research evidence into practice.
• Experience of developing and utilising both quantitative and qualitative research methods, including ethical considerations.
• Significant experience in data analysis and intermediate statistical skills including the use of statistical packages (e.g. STATA).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills to ensure the oversight of all research and evaluation activities across the organisation and communicate this to senior management.
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Commitment to quality, attention to detail, timeliness and working autonomously and in a team environment.

For a copy of the position description which outlines the full list of key selection criteria, please click HERE.

What we can give YOU!

In return we are committed to offering you an inclusive and transparent workplace culture where our people can develop to be their very best by:

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Providing work that is meaningful and challenging.
• Access to 24/7 counselling through our Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
• Generous leave options such as 48/52 Purchase Leave and Study Leave.
• Flexible working arrangements such as monthly RDO’s for full-timers (arrangements will vary based on role requirements).

Application information

Please apply directly via our careers website by clicking the “Apply Now” button (applications via external recruitment websites or via email will not be considered)

Applications should be addressed to Caroline Long and include your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

If you have any questions relating to the position, please contact Caroline Long Manager, Service Development on 0400 806 969 or [email protected] using the subject line: Research Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis and suitable candidates will be shortlisted immediately. This role will close once a suitable candidate has been selected which may be prior to the application deadline, so please don’t wait to apply!

Our commitment to diversity

At OHV we value diversity and believe that a range of backgrounds brings a variety of ideas, perspectives and experiences that will enhance our effectiveness. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions by encouraging people with disability, Aboriginal Australians, LGBTQIA, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

Safety screening

OHV is committed to child safety and is a child safe organisation. All OHV employees must undergo Police Records and Working with Children Checks. Any person issued with a negative notice on their Working with Children Check will not be eligible for employment with us.

Mandatory COVID vaccinations

In line with OHV’s Mandatory Vaccination Policy, all Odyssey House Victoria staff are required to hold Fully Vaccinated (Boosted) status, having also received the Booster Vaccination. Evidence of this minimum of three (3) COVID-19 vaccinations will be requested during the onboarding process and offers will be rescinded where such evidence cannot be provided.

All Odyssey House Victoria sites are smoke-free for all employees.