Psychedelic Research Counselor

Clayton State University; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Counselor to perform therapy services for research participants in Psychiatry and Health Behavior. The role entails screening for eligibility, providing psychotherapy, and supporting participants through psychedelic dosing sessions under protocol guidelines.

The candidate should have a Master’s in a mental health field and be license eligible to practice in Georgia. Strong confidentiality, communication, and teamwork are essential; familiarity with MS Office is

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mental health field; license eligible to become fully licensed to provide mental health services in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Screen participants for eligibility and prepare them for the experience.
• Support participants during sessions and assist with integration of the experience.
• Ensure safety and compliance with research protocols during trials.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate psychedelic dosing sessions (6–8+ hours).
• Attend supervision meetings, protocol training, and safety reviews.

Skills

Confidentiality

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in mental health counseling/psychology/social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a Counselor to perform therapy services for research participants in Psychiatry and Health Behavior. The role entails screening for eligibility, providing psychotherapy, and supporting participants through psychedelic dosing sessions under protocol guidelines.

The candidate should have a Master’s in a mental health field and be license eligible to practice in Georgia. Strong confidentiality, communication, and teamwork are essential; familiarity with MS Office is