UNIV - Part Time Human Services Coordinator II (Study Therapist) - Psychiatry: Addiction Sciences Division

Job Description Summary

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences is seeking a candidate to fill their part-time Study Therapist position within the Addiction Sciences Division. This position is for a Masters level clinical or counseling psychologist (MA), Licensed Social Worker (LISW), or Professional Counselor (LPC). The individual will contribute approximately 20 hours per hours per week and will work in a team environment on clinical trials that use manualized, evidence-based cognitive-behavioral interventions to treat adults (civilians, dyads and veterans), with alcohol use disorders and trauma/PTSD.

In this capacity, the candidate will provide evidence-based individual or dyadic therapy to research participants per protocol (ex: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). The candidate will also be responsible for conducting psychosocial assessments, participating in clinical and administrative meetings, and completing related documentation in collaboration with the research team. The candidate will receive training in the protocol(s) and weekly supervision and will report to the Principal Investigator. This position has the opportunity for remote work.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

46,655.00 - 66,488.00 - 86,321.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Work Shift

Job Description

FLSA: Hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; Approximately 20 hours per week during the hours of 8:00AM - 6:00PM

Remote Work: 1 - 2 day per week

Job Duties:

• 35% - Provide manualized, evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy to research participants with psychiatric disorders. Provide therapeutic services to both individuals (civilians and veterans), as well as families and couples via in-person (in the office) and remotely through telehealth services.
• 35% - Evaluate participants for enrollment in research studies through diagnostic interviews and psychiatric assessments. Collaborate with research staff and investigators to determine eligibility of research participants.
• 10% - Document participant progress notes in research records and assist with data collection as needed.
• 10% - Participate in weekly supervision and case consultation.          
• 5% - Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with psychologists, psychiatrists, research staff, and trainees. Participate in program activities such as journal clubs, Department grand rounds, etc.
• 5% - Perform other duties as required.

MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two years professional experience in human services or social services programs.

Preferred Training and Experience: Masters level clinical or counseling psychologist (MA), Licensed Social Worker (LISW), or Professional Counselor (LPC). Experience with study population a plus.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two years professional experience in human services or social services programs. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to crawl while performing job functions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Possess good grip strength. Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability