Research Therapist Per Diem

Butler Hospital; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative health organization is seeking per diem therapists for a groundbreaking suicide prevention program aimed at youth and families. This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work remotely via telehealth, allowing you to make a significant impact in the community. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in a relevant field and experience in crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving mental health outcomes and contribute to vital research efforts that can change lives for the better.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field required.
• Experience with youth/families with psychiatric disorders is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver research-based interventions and assess suicide risk.
• Provide crisis intervention and care coordination for adolescents.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Suicide Risk Assessment

Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Counseling

Master's Degree in Psychology

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Electronic Databases

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The SAFE STEPS study seeks to hire per diem (hourly) therapists to deliver a suicide prevention program for youth and their families following emergency department visits. This initiative is part of a large clinical trial funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute.

The hours are flexible, and the intervention is provided remotely via telehealth. We are looking for therapists with a master's degree or higher (licensed or unlicensed) who can start immediately under the guidance of Drs. Brandon Gaudiano and Ivan Miller.

Status: Hourly (per diem; minimum 8-10 hours/week; pay based on experience)

Hours: Daytime (Monday–Friday) and/or some weekend/evening hours.

Job Description:

Brown University researchers are seeking research therapists for a grant-funded project testing a suicide prevention program for youth and their families. Responsibilities include delivering research-based interventions, assessing suicide risk, providing crisis intervention, reviewing electronic medical records, writing clinical notes, utilizing electronic databases, preparing patient reports, and providing outreach and care coordination to adolescents and young adults with psychiatric disorders and their families. Additional duties involve working with a multidisciplinary team conducting community-based research.

Required Education:

At least a master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field is required (licensing is helpful but not mandatory). Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a plus. Experience with suicide risk assessment, crisis intervention, cognitive-behavioral interventions, and working with youth/families with psychiatric disorders is desirable.

Application Method:

Send your cover letter and CV/resume via email to Ms. Toni Amaral at [e-mail] and Dr. Brandon Gaudiano at [e-mail].

About Care New England:

Care New England Health System and its member institutions, including Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, are leading organizations in medical research, attracting top specialists, and offering innovative health programs.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: Applicants and incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the organization’s ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.