Psychiatric Therapist (CTR Psychedelic & Consciousness Research)

Inside Higher Ed; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 33,902 - 59,402; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Maryland is seeking a Casual Psychiatric Therapist to provide psychological support in clinical research settings. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree, Maryland licensure, and experience in psychotherapy. Responsibilities include administering assessments, providing counseling, and monitoring participants' clinical conditions. This role offers a flexible schedule averaging 12–15 hours per week with a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited program.
• Two years related experience in a clinical setting.
• State of Maryland licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide protocolized experimental psychological support.
• Administer clinical assessments and monitor study participants.
• Ensure adherence to clinical and experimental research protocols.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Clinical assessments

Crisis management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Psychiatric Therapist (CTR Psychedelic & Consciousness Research)

The Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research (CPCR) at Johns Hopkins University is seeking to hire a casual Psychiatric Therapist to provide protocolized experimental psychological support to research participants on an individual basis in the context of an approved research protocol. Under the supervision of Clinical Supervisor, Principal Investigator, and a staff physician, the Psychiatric Therapist will also evaluate research participants to ensure that they meet study inclusion/exclusion criteria and provide administrative support and clinical supervision of lower-level staff. This is a casual position, averaging up to 12–15 hours a week as needed.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Function as clinical facilitator (independently or as primary clinician in a two-person clinical team) to support study participants through clinical research protocols. When working in a two-person team, this may involve supervision of lower-level staff.
• Provide individual or group counseling to study participants. This may include structured psychotherapy such as brief motivational interviewing, as well as less structured or supportive psychotherapy.
• Administer clinical assessments including structured clinical interviews (e.g., SCID-5) and other clinician‑rated psychometric assessments (GRID‑HAMD, C‑SSRS, etc.).
• Monitor, guide, evaluate, and rate various activities of study participants throughout study visits.
• Assess clinical condition of study participants during sessions and communicate information to CPCR medical staff as needed to address emergent medical and psychological issues.
• Interact with faculty and staff on research teams, in clinical programs, and with educational outreach initiatives to strategize about their communication needs.
• Demonstrate effective risk assessment and crisis management.
• Refer participants to outside resources or agencies when appropriate.
• Develop, implement, and maintain planning for caseload.
• Practice acceptable ethical and behavioral standards of conduct, and promote and ensure good clinical practices, ensuring adherence to clinical and experimental research protocols.
• Provide operational support, including scheduling subject visits, confirming availability of necessary facilities, preparation of session room and equipment, compiling necessary forms, providing professional explanations of such matters as orientation procedures, payment procedures, collecting and entering physiological and behavioral data into database, and/or assisting with data management.
• Serve as back-up for research protocols (other than primary assignment) as needed.
• Be available by phone the evenings after select study visits in case of urgent participant concerns.
• Assist with community outreach and recruitment efforts.
• Assist in developing, maintaining training and educational materials as needed.
• Participate in peer, group or individual supervision with other clinical staff.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work and provide psychotherapy in a clinical setting with research participants who have a variety of mental health conditions.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively within and outside the department.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels and from diverse cultures.
• Proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn about the work of the department as well to acquire new technical skills as needed.
• Excellent organizational skills to work effectively in an environment that requires balancing multiple assignments.

Technical Qualifications Or Specialized Certifications

• Healthcare provider with graduate-level professional training and clinical experience in psychotherapy, licensed to practice independently.
• State of Maryland licensure required; license must be maintained throughout employment.
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Social Work, Counseling, or Therapist Licensure in State of Maryland – LCSW‑C or LCPC.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Two years related experience in a health care clinical setting.
• Current Social Work, Counseling, or Therapist Licensure in State of Maryland – LCSW‑C or LCPC preferred.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years counseling, psychotherapy, or directly related experience.
• Related experience in a clinical or research setting.
• Knowledgeable about and experienced in evidence-based psychotherapies and familiar with the process of scientific research.

Job Details

• Classified Title: Psychiatric Therapist
• Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC
• Starting Salary Range: $24.61–$43.12 HRLY ($58,500 Targeted; Commensurate with experience)
• Employee group: Casual / On Call
• Schedule: Varies
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview
• Department name: PSYCHIATRY CPCR
• Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, including the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non‑related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice‑involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how it relates to an essential job‑related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine. The COVID‑19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID‑19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid‑19‑vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health‑safety/covid‑vaccination‑information/.