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About the opportunity:

This position provides direct facilitation for Vail Health Behavioral Health Innovation Center (VHBHIC) studies as a licensed or provisionally licensed therapist. This position assists with study preparation, psilocybin dosing session monitoring, and participant integration activities within clinical research protocols and in adherence with local, state and Federal regulations and internal policies and procedures.

What you will do:

• Prepares VHBHIC study participants for study visits, monitors dosing sessions alongside another facilitator, and supports post-session therapeutic integration for assigned study participants. Maintains a supportive and safe environment for participants during research procedures. Depending on qualifications, this position may serve as either a lead or co-facilitator during clinical sessions.
• Administers and scores the Montgomery–Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) and other clinician-administered assessments. Conducts participant assessments for trials such as OPTIMIZE and CHILL’D for research participants.
• Participates in specialized training in MADRS and other trial-related assessment tools.
• Participates in team meetings as required to identify operational challenges and recommend solutions to the study team. Assists in problem resolution efforts such as protocol revisions.
• Collects research data, conducts interviews, and documents results ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of participant data.
• Adheres to all institutional and regulatory guidelines regarding confidentiality and ethical conduct.

Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
Must be HIPAA compliant

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:

• One year of clinical experience in a licensed mental health care setting preferred.
• One year of experience in psilocybin-related clinical trials preferred.
• Prior experience administering structured clinical interviews or standardized rating scales (e.g., MADRS, HAM-D) preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with vulnerable populations in a research or clinical setting.

License(s) and Certification(s):

State of Colorado Candidate Licensure in a Behavioral Health field, Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) required.

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, social work, or related health field required.
• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or neuroscience preferred.

PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility

Clinical Research Facilitator

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