Autism Research Coordinator – Social & Clinical Studies

908

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-Time Permanent

Hours Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm

Work Location:

CARRBORO, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$55,886 - $68,306

Pay Band Information

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Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism program is system of university-based regional centers to serve autistic children, adolescents and adults and their families. As part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the program has an active clinical, teaching, and research program. TEACCH operates seven community regional clinics. Our clinics and programs offer a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the needs of autistic individuals, their families, and professionals across the state of North Carolina. Also, part of TEACCH is the Carolina Living and Learning Center, a residential/vocational training facility for autistic adults as well as an Employment Services program providing Job Coaching and related services to adults on the spectrum.

TEACCH is currently part of the North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) program. All TEACCH programs are coordinated through a central administration and research unit in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

TEACCH provides clinical services such as diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, speech language therapy, occupational therapy and parent support groups. In addition, TEACCH conducts training within the state of North Carolina, nationally and internationally and provides consultation for teachers, residential care providers, and other professionals from a variety of disciplines.

TEACCH conducts clinical research focused on providing evidence-based care to autistic individuals and their families in their home communities. Our research examines intervention effectiveness in clinic, school, and community settings. Ongoing research includes a school-based anxiety intervention program, a community college-based transition to adulthood program, a telehealth program treating depression and anxiety in autistic adults, and a physical activity program for autistic adults. Studies also examine the services needs related to early intervention, employment and aging.

TEACCH has 48 full and part-time faculty, 150+ staff and provides training opportunities in both research and clinical activities for interns, postdocs and other graduate and undergraduate students.

This position is located at the TEACCH Administration & Research Building in Carrboro, NC.

Position Summary

The HEELS UP Academic Coordinator will work with the principal investigator and other program staff to provide support to assigned HEELS UP activities. The responsibilities will focus on maintaining and overseeing communication among HEELS UP coaches, course instructors, and staff supporting course registration. Supporting coaches in their roles on the project, contributing to the development of training modules and presentations, assisting, and maintaining documentation, and other program needs.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
• Experience working within a research environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals across the organization and with a variety of communication styles.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow safety and compliance protocols and best practices.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Weekend work occasionally