Bilingual Field Interviewer, Hmong/English

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Conducting remote semi-structured interviews (via phone) with older adults hailing from various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Collecting valuable feedback regarding participants' experiences and satisfaction with provided services.

• Organizing and managing your interview schedule independently.

• Conducting interviews with empathy, fostering a comfortable and unbiased environment.

• Tracking call dispositions and accessing participant information through an online file-sharing platform.

• Documenting interview outcomes, addressing inconsistencies, and submitting findings.

• Ensuring confidentiality and adherence to federal HIPAA regulations along with data security protocols.

• Maintaining consistent communication with Vital Research for updates and support.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Hmong, with the ability to fluently speak, read, and write in both languages is essential.

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.

• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in Zoom and other web-based platforms.

• Comfortable working with individuals with disabilities, demonstrating sensitivity to their needs.

• Excellent communication skills to build trust and establish rapport with participants.

• Must possess a personal computer and a secure Wi-Fi connection.

• Organized and detail-oriented to ensure accurate task completion.

• Previous experience in research fieldwork, particularly in interviewing or observational roles (preferred).

• Familiarity with working with individuals with disabilities, group homes, or day centers (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid training.

• Technology provided to complete the project.

• 1099 contractor flexibility allowing you to create your own schedule.

• Meaningful and rewarding work that empowers underserved communities.