Casual (Hourly) Therapist, Psychiatry

at  The University of Calgary

Description
The Department of Psychiatry in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for an Casual (Hourly) Psychiatry. This Fixed Term Casual - Hourly position (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
This position reports to the Principal Investigator.
The Clinical Research Associate will act as a study therapist for projects involving psychiatric clinical populations and drug interventions (e.g., psychedelic compounds) with psychotherapy. This individual will mainly support a clinical trial exploring the effectiveness of psilocybin for the treatment of persistent post-concussive syndrome, with the opportunity to support additional studies.
Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate patient schedules and study protocol (i.e., 6-8 hour dosing session followed by a 2 hour psychotherapy session the following day).

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Provide psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy according to a protocol-based, structured manual
• Educate study participants on the investigational compound, including potential side effects, duration of effects, and expectations during drug administration sessions (training provided)
• Facilitate preparatory work (e.g., a up to 8hrs over a period of 2-3 weeks) with a participant to build trust and rapport prior to medication administration
• Together with a co-monitor, support study participants during drug administration sessions (up to 8hr sessions)
• Facilitate subsequent therapy sessions at weekly intervals after drug administration according to protocol
• Maintain accurate and complete patient clinical care documentation and adhere to study protocol at all times

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• MSc or PhD in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Nursing
• Must be fully registered by a recognized provincial regulatory body: College of Alberta Psychologists, Alberta College of Social Workers, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta, Alberta College of Occupational Therapists
• Minimum of 3-5 years working directly with patients in a medical/psychiatric clinic setting; experience with brain injury patients a plus
• Experience with providing psychotherapy required; training or experience with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy highly desirable
• Experience and/or knowledge regarding psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is advantageous, but training will be provided
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled; however, applicants will be reviewed as they are received.
  We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
  This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 3.
  For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

• Provide psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy according to a protocol-based, structured manual
• Educate study participants on the investigational compound, including potential side effects, duration of effects, and expectations during drug administration sessions (training provided)
• Facilitate preparatory work (e.g., a up to 8hrs over a period of 2-3 weeks) with a participant to build trust and rapport prior to medication administration
• Together with a co-monitor, support study participants during drug administration sessions (up to 8hr sessions)
• Facilitate subsequent therapy sessions at weekly intervals after drug administration according to protocol
• Maintain accurate and complete patient clinical care documentation and adhere to study protocol at all time