Mental Health Counselor/ Social Worker Research Associate

Brownhealth

Providence, Rhode Island, US
Hybrid
Conduct educational sessions with students
Conduct follow-up assessments with adolescents
Connect with caregivers and school personnel
This position will work on the school screening project, Mood Check, traveling to schools in Rhode Island and Massachusetts to conduct educational sessions with students, conduct follow-up assessments with adolescents who report symptoms of depression, and connect with caregivers and school personnel to provide feedback regarding adolescents’ depression risk

Job Summary

  • This position will work on the school screening project, Mood Check, traveling to schools in Rhode Island and Massachusetts to conduct educational sessions with students, conduct follow-up assessments with adolescents who report symptoms of depression, and connect with caregivers and school personnel to provide feedback regarding adolescents’ depression risk.
  • The incumbent will conduct research screening and clinical assessments, follow-up interviews, and motivational interviews in English and Spanish with study participants and with their parents/guardians in English and Spanish.
  • This role offers a unique opportunity to integrate clinical practice with research, making a meaningful impact on the mental health and well-being of students while contributing to advancements in the field of youth mental health.

Matching Summary

This position will work on the school screening project, Mood Check, traveling to schools in Rhode Island and Massachusetts to conduct educational sessions with students, conduct follow-up assessments with adolescents who report symptoms of depression, and connect with caregivers and school personnel to provide feedback regarding adolescents’ depression risk.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct educational sessions with students
  • Conduct follow-up assessments with adolescents
  • Connect with caregivers and school personnel
  • Conduct research screening and clinical assessments
  • Motivational interviews in English and Spanish
  • Culturally and linguistically appropriate engagement
  • Travel independently up to 4 days per week

Nice-to-have

  • Promote mental wellness among school-aged children
  • Integrate clinical practice with research
  • Serve as a linguistic bridge
  • Develop and maintain relationships with diverse partnerships

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 2-5 years of clinical experience
  • Current independent licensure as LMHC and/or LCSW
  • Experience working with children and adolescents
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Work Rights

Not specified

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