Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

This is a grant-funded position assisting research projects involving application of smartphones and other digital devices, while improving digital skills and encouraging the use of telehealth for older adults and kinship care groups.

Job Duties

1. Coordinates communications and meetings, providing logistical and event support, developing meeting summaries and action items, and monitoring follow up.
2. Organizes training resources and logistics for training volunteers and participants.
3. Participates in identifying and developing new and expanded resource content in support of program initiatives.
4. Serves as a point of contact for project activities with local agencies and community partners.
5. Participates in online/virtual and in person program activities.
6. Assists with program evaluation including data collection, summarization and file maintenance.
7. Assists in developing and maintaining online communications and community engagement.
8.  Participates in other tasks as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• A degree in social work or related social or health sciences (e.g. public health, communication, psychology, counseling); project experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is helpful.
• Prior experience assisting on projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to organize and balance several ongoing project-related tasks at one time.
• Understanding and use of email and calendar tools, online searches and virtual meeting tools, proficiency with MS Tools (Word and PPT), and general logistics required for organizing and coordinating meetings and events.
• Independent thinking, ability to anticipate needs for logistic support and upcoming challenges.

Desired Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Schedule/Calendar planning and organizing
• Online Meeting Facilitation
• Database management
• Experience in conducting in-person/telephone interviews
• Skilled use of basic technology (e.g., email, social media, Zoom, calendars).
• Familiarity with website development and maintenance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter

Two professional references (upon request)

Special Instructions

This is an off-dated position with funding to June 30, 2026, with possible extension contingent on funding.  

While remote-friendly, some time will be required on campus.  If you have any questions about in this position, please contact Professor Paul Freddolino at freddoli@msu.edu

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

www.socialwork.msu.edu

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.