Counselor/Social Worker,Sr
About The Position
The UNM Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Center for Psychiatric Research, is seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate to serve as a Study Therapist for the research study, "Evaluation of Psilocybin As an Adjunctive Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Methadone-maintained Patients Who Continue to Use Illicit Opioids." The successful candidate will need to use acquired knowledge and skill to carry out and complete project activities to include: Working closely with the study MD and other study staff to implement the therapeutic aspects of protocol including preparatory sessions, medication administration sessions, and integration sessions. Ensure that therapy provided adheres to the therapy manual. Performing clinical evaluations, assessments, and medical procedures as described by the protocol and MOP, includes completion of required checklists/progress notes and other source documentation. Attending and participating in study conference calls. Evaluating study participants for suicidal or homicidal risk and documenting clinical findings and decisions. Providing advice for decisions to exclude, refer, or withdraw study participants. The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences is a multi-division department within the UNM School of Medicine. To find out more about us and our research visit: hsc.unm.edu/medicine/departments/psychiatry/research/center/ See the Position Description for additional information.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or an equivalent field
- at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Certification/Licensure: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or equivalent OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent OR licensure pending, as documented by temporary license.
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with substance abuse/addiction patients
- Currently working in a clinical setting
Responsibilities
- Working closely with the study MD and other study staff to implement the therapeutic aspects of protocol including preparatory sessions, medication administration sessions, and integration sessions.
- Ensure that therapy provided adheres to the therapy manual.
- Performing clinical evaluations, assessments, and medical procedures as described by the protocol and MOP, includes completion of required checklists/progress notes and other source documentation.
- Attending and participating in study conference calls.
- Evaluating study participants for suicidal or homicidal risk and documenting clinical findings and decisions.
- Providing advice for decisions to exclude, refer, or withdraw study participants.
Benefits
- This is a benefits eligible position.
- The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
