Mental Health Social Work Full-time/Part-time Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant I/II - School of Public Health, The University of Hong Kong
Description:
Mental Health Social Work Full-time/Part-time Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant I/II (several posts) in the School of Public Health (Ref.: 499884) (to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)
Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree or above in public health, social sciences, or related disciplines, with at least 3 years’ experience in mental healthcare, or working with local mental health-related hotlines. Registered clinical psychologists and social workers are preferred. Applicants should have a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese) and good communication skills. They should be responsible, mature, and calm in stressful circumstances. Knowledge of the mental health services in Hong Kong will be an advantage. Experience in crisis management and working with people with emotional problems is highly preferred. Those with less experience may be appointed as Research Assistant I/II.
The appointees will assist the team in conducting mental health assessments and providing support to study participants who exhibit signs of distress. Irregular working hours will be required. Enquiries about the duties of the posts should be sent to Ms. Cynthia Yau at cynthyau@hku.hk. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 499250) need not re-apply.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2020, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.