Research Assistant 1 - Geriatric Mental Health Services

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Contract • Toronto, ON, CA • C$ 23 - C$ 28 / hour • 19h ago

Job Description

The Geriatric Mental Health Services (GMHS) team at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is at the forefront of advancing mental health care for older adults. We specialize in inter-professional assessment, treatment, consultation, and follow-up services tailored to the unique needs of this population. GMHS is driven by a robust research program focused on understanding the variability in treatment responses among older adults. By exploring innovative approaches with medications and non-pharmacological treatments, we aim to enhance therapeutic outcomes and minimize adverse effects in late-life mental health care.

GMHS is seeking two (2) motivated and skilled Research Assistant 1 to join our team for a one (1) year full-time contract. In this dynamic role, you will play a key part in advancing cutting-edge research that makes a tangible difference in the lives of older adults living with cognitive and mental illness. You will be contributing to a body of work that does not just advance scientific knowledge but also shapes the care that people receive during some of the most vulnerable stages of their lives. The candidate will be responsible for a range of activities that include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with recruiting, screening, and consenting, as well as scheduling and following up with research participants.
Contribute to maintaining and updating research databases and study documentation, ensuring compliance with ethics and safety protocols.

Helping administer neuropsychological tests, structured interviews, and clinical scales focused on older adults (e.g., MoCA, MSE, CGI-S, NPI-NH/Q).
Providing regular project updates and contribute to study progress reports.
Supporting administrative tasks such as regulatory documentation and study amendments.
Assisting with other duties and research projects, as assigned.

This in-person role will be primarily located at the McCain Complex & Recovery Building (MCCR) at the Queen Street Site, and requires adherence to CAMH's privacy, safety, and operational policies.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have completed a minimum of grade 12 education. In addition, you will have:

Superior interpersonal, communication skills required along with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
Proficiency in using windows-based operating systems and word processing packages.
Strong organizational skills to balance competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work with a variety of individuals in a co-operative manner both independently and as part of a team.
Data entry skills including coding, entering and working with databases ensuring that accuracy and data quality.
Experience interacting with patients, health providers and stakeholders in clinical or mental health settings an asset.
Administrative experience an asset (e.g., managing calendar invites, scheduling meetings).