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Title: Research and Development Officer

Location: Remote/Washington State - Nonprofit Wellness Center

Our mission is to provide a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for black, indigenous, people of color and allies, to recover from Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome via Spirituality, AgroTourism, and Racial Justice.

Our Vision is Connectivity: to Nature; to God; and to Self. Or goal of acquiring farmland is to establish a safe spiritual retreat for people of color to escape constant trauma and begin repairing their fractured foundation and realize self-actualization. Our programs are a research community project with a goal of empowering others to heal from PTSS.

C.A.R.E. Wellness Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity with a mission of providing a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for BIPOC community and allies for equality. Its programs are focused on persons of color and works with vulnerable populations such as BIPOC with justice-involvement, foster youth, and those suffering mental health challenges. The person in this role must be sensitive to these populations and center their duties on wellness.

Job Summary: The Research and Development Officers at our nonprofit wellness center in Washington State plays a pivotal role in advancing the organization's mission to serve BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) young adults in overcoming post-traumatic slave syndrome. This position involves leading research initiatives, developing innovative programs, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to address the unique challenges faced by the target population.

We are developing wellness programs to pilot at a local, organic farm in May 2025 and serve young black men ages 18-25 who have recently been legally-liberated. This program will then be offered to other BIPOC cohorts in Fall and Winter months upon more funding. There is a need to research multiple aspects of this project for it to become a research program and meet state requirements. The R&D Officers should have experience in statistics, research, analysis, and reporting to be able to help us create a solid program that will be submitted to University of Washington eventually to become evidence-based, and hopefully reproduced nationally. A background in mental health/healthcare, education, history, and/or social services is preferred.

Responsibilities:

1. Needs Assessment:

   • Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to understand the impact of post-traumatic slave syndrome on BIPOC young adults in the community.
   • Analyze existing research and data to identify key areas for intervention and support.

2. Program Development:

   • Design evidence-based programs and interventions that specifically address the effects of post-traumatic slave syndrome on mental health and overall well-being.
   • Collaborate with the program team to integrate research findings into program design.

3. Cultural Competency:

   • Ensure that all research and program development efforts are culturally competent and sensitive to the historical context of post-traumatic slave syndrome.
   • Collaborate with community leaders and cultural experts to inform program strategies.

4. Grant Writing and Fundraising:

   • Identify and pursue grant opportunities to support research initiatives and program development.
   • Prepare compelling grant proposals and collaborate with the fundraising team to secure funding.

5. Collaboration with Academic Institutions:

   • Establish partnerships with local universities and research institutions to enhance the research capabilities of the organization.
   • Collaborate on joint research projects and leverage academic resources.

6. Data Collection and Analysis:

   • Develop and implement data collection methodologies to assess the impact of programs and interventions.
   • Analyze research data to draw meaningful conclusions and inform evidence-based practices.

7. Policy Advocacy:

   • Stay informed about relevant policies and regulations affecting the target population.
   • Advocate for policies that support the mental health and well-being of BIPOC young adults impacted by post-traumatic slave syndrome.

8. Community Engagement:

   • Engage with the BIPOC community to ensure their voices and experiences are central to research and program development.
   • Organize community forums, focus groups, and other events to gather input.

9. Training and Capacity Building:

   • Develop training programs for staff and community members on the impact of post-traumatic slave syndrome and trauma-informed care.
   • Build the capacity of the organization to address historical trauma through research-backed strategies.

10. Ethical Considerations:

    • Ensure that all research activities adhere to ethical standards and respect the rights and confidentiality of participants.
    • Stay abreast of ethical considerations related to sensitive topics such as post-traumatic slave syndrome.

Essential Functions:
- Types 35+ WPM
- Excellent oral, text and written skills
- Ability to work cohesively with a team and communicate respectfully
- Preparing documentation for programs, staff, community partners, and multidisciplinary team
- Organizing online files, resources, and online accounts
- Meeting deadlines and participating in volunteer team meetings
- Responding to emails, answering calls, some cold-calling and outreach
- Typing letters and reports

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in psychology, social work, public health, or a related field.
• Proven experience in research and program development, especially in the context of trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of post-traumatic slave syndrome and its impact on mental health.
• Strong grant writing and fundraising skills.
• Cultural competence and the ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

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