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Social Science Technician

Parker, AZ · On-site +1

$45K - $65K/yr

Summary The Social Science Technician (Peer Support/Recovery Technician) performs a variety of therapeutic and supportive tasks that assist patients in articulating their goals of recovery, learning ...

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AspectSocial Science TechnicianSocial Research Assistant
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant certificationBachelor's degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, labs, or office settingsOffice, research centers, or field sites
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, research firms, universitiesAcademic institutions, government, NGOs
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Social Science Technicians and Social Research Assistants often work together in research projects, but technicians typically focus on data collection and fieldwork, while research assistants may handle data analysis and literature reviews. Both roles require related credentials and are employed in similar environments, making them common points of comparison for job seekers in social sciences.

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Social Science Technician

Parker, AZ

Department of Human Services
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$45K/yr

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist patients in articulating their goals of recovery and practicing new skills.

  • Perform therapeutic and supportive tasks, including modeling effective coping techniques.

  • Support mental healthcare professionals by observing, reporting patient behavior, and transporting patients to appointments.

Job description

The Social Science Technician (Peer Support/Recovery Technician) performs a variety of therapeutic and supportive tasks that assist patients in articulating their goals of recovery, learning and practicing new skills and modeling effecting coping techniques. This position is located in the Social Services Department, Parker Indian Health Center, Parker, AZ.
Position is temporary not to exceed 3 years.
A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).Qualifications:To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
GS-6: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provides support to mental healthcare professionals in hospitals, private institutions or patient residences, observe and report information about patient behavior to healthcare professionals, including mood swings and the wellbeing of patients, transport patients to and from appointments.
GS-7: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-6 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Providing direct non-professional client care, provide assistance and support to Mental Health professionals, track any behavioral changes in patients and report to providers, develop and implement treatment programs, transport patients to and from appointments. OR
Education: Completed 1 year (18 semester hours) of graduate education directly related to the positions. Transcripts must be submitted. OR
Combination of education and specialized experience: Combination of education and experience when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-07 grade level.
Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Education:There are no education requirements.Employment Type: OTHER

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