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Recruiting Members: Mental Health Commission at UC Lit

September 12, 2016 PSAOther Opportunities, Volunteer

The University College student government (UC Lit) at the University of Toronto St. George is recruiting members for its new Mental Health Commission. Members of this commission will: -Meet once a month to discuss mental health issues in the university and provide possible solutions. -Help in the planning and execution of various events, keeping with the theme of stigma reduction. -Be an advocate for improving mental health services in our university. This is a great opportunity to interact with notable members of the mental health community, and to create significant change in issues surrounding mental health at the university. Note: […]

Recruiting Research Assistants: Clinical Research Laboratory CAMH

August 30, 2016 PSAResearch Assistant, Volunteer

The Clinical Research Laboratory at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health is currently seeking volunteer research assistants to support ongoing assessment and treatment studies. Successful applicants will support data entry and coding, participant recruitment and screening, and other regulatory (i.e., research ethics and quality assurance) procedures. Thorough training in hospital policies and laboratory methods will be provided. Minimum time commitment is 7.5 hours per week, for one year. We will accept applications from undergraduate students (2nd year or higher). To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to lena.quilty@camh.ca

Recruiting Volunteer Research Assistant: PEARL

August 22, 2016August 22, 2016 PSAResearch Assistant, Volunteer

The Psychology of Emerging Adulthood Research Lab (PEARL) is seeking 2 new volunteer research assistant to assist with a study examining the relationship between emerging adults (ages 18-25) and their parents. We are exploring the impact of the parent-emerging adult relationship on risk behaviours, wellness behaviours, well-being and transitions to adulthood. Volunteers will be involved with participant recruitment, data collection (in-person and online), database management and other relevant research tasks. The research assistant will gain experience in conducting research with both emerging adults and their parents, the use of longitudinal and experience sampling research methods, and the assessment of multiple […]

Recruiting Volunteer Research Assistants

August 18, 2016 PSAJob Opportunity, Other Opportunities, Research Assistant, Volunteer

The START Clinic for Mood and Anxiety Disorders is currently looking for volunteers who are interested in assisting with our research studies. The typical responsibilities include: data entry, literature searches, telephone screening and other office tasks. Volunteers are given training on all duties, and although experience is preferred it is not mandatory. Research volunteer qualifications: -mature individual comfortable handling confidential information -able to work in a fast paced professional environment -currently pursuing an undergraduate degree (all levels) in psychology -interest in pursuing graduate studies in psychology/medicine -experience or knowledge in basics of SPSS (asset but not required) Individuals must be […]

Recruiting Participants!

August 16, 2016August 16, 2016 PSAExperiment Participation, Volunteer

Volunteer Research Assistant Opportunity at The Royal Conservatory of Music

August 10, 2016 PSAResearch Assistant, Volunteer

Lab: Research Centre at The Royal Conservatory of Music (273 Bloor St. W) Description: The Royal Conservatory of Music Research Centre is looking for a highly organized person with experience working with children (ages 2-5) to work on a project on the music and cognitive outcomes of early childhood music education. The study will be evaluating the cognitive, language and musical abilities of children. We will also be testing singing and rhythmic abilities, so some musical aptitude will be of use in singing and clapping to children during the course of testing. The research assistant will be responsible for administrating […]

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY: Online Survey

July 4, 2016July 31, 2016 PSAExperiment Participation, Other Opportunities, Volunteer

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Organizational Development Student / Intern

June 9, 2016 PSAJob Opportunity, Other Opportunities, Volunteer

Position: Organizational Development Student / Intern Description: OTN is a world leader in telemedicine, helping Ontarians get more out of the health care system by bridging the distance of time and geography to bring more patients the care they need, where and when they need it. Using innovative technology, OTN streamlines the health care process, while also expanding the way knowledge is shared and how the medical community interacts with each other and with patients. An independent, not-for-profit organization, OTN is funded by the Government of Ontario. OTN is committed to increasing access to health care for Ontarians and […]

RECRUITING: Volunteer Research Assistants

May 13, 2016 PSAResearch Assistant, Volunteer

The MacDonald Lab at the University of Toronto St. George is looking for 3 dedicated Research Assistants to work on a music and attachment style coding study. Students interested in this position should: – have a cGPA of at least 3.5 – be available to volunteer at least 8 hours a week and into the 2016-2017 school term – be able to work independently and attentive to detail – be reliable and conscientious – previous lab experience an asset but not required If you’re interested in applying, please email your CV and unofficial transcripts to Megan Rossi at maclab.manager@gmail.com

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Advocacy Mentoring Initiative

May 13, 2016 PSAOther Opportunities, Volunteer

Dr. Mitesh Patel is seeking two highly motivated students to volunteer with a systematic review related to child and adolescent development and psychiatry. Dr. Mitesh Patel is a Forensic Youth Psychiatrist at CAMH and the University of Toronto and is the lead of the Advocacy Mentoring Initiative. Our team is seeking volunteers to assist with a systematic review regarding advocacy training and mentoring in medical education. Please contact Aaron Prosser (aaron.prosser@camh.ca) for further information if you are interested in volunteering with us. An article describing aspects of the mentoring initiative have been published in the Toronto Star: https://www.thestar.com/life/health_wellness/2016/02/01/doctors-notes-how-a-mentor-can-make-a-difference-in-a-young-life.html There is an opportunity […]