Counselor​/Social Worker,Sr

Overview

The UNM Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Center for Psychiatric Research, is seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate to serve as a Study Therapist for the research study, "Evaluation of Psilocybin As An Adjunctive Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Methadone-maintained Patients Who Continue to Use Illicit Opioids."

The successful candidate will use acquired knowledge and skill to carry out and complete project activities, including:

• Working closely with the study MD and other study staff to implement the therapeutic aspects of protocol including preparatory sessions, medication administration sessions, and integration sessions. Ensure that therapy provided adheres to the therapy manual.
• Performing clinical evaluations, assessments, and medical procedures as described by the protocol and MOP, including completion of required checklists/progress notes and other source documentation.
• Attending and participating in study conference calls.
• Evaluating study participants for suicidal or homicidal risk and documenting clinical findings and decisions.
• Providing advice for decisions to exclude, refer, or withdraw study participants.

For more information about the department and research, visit: hsc.unm.edu/medicine/departments/psychiatry/research/center/

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Implement therapeutic components of the study protocol and ensure adherence to the therapy manual.
• Conduct clinical evaluations, assessments, and procedures consistent with the protocol and MOP.
• Engage in study conference calls and collaborate with study team members.
• Assess and document risk of suicidal or homicidal behavior and document all clinical decisions.
• Provide guidance on exclusion, referral, or withdrawal decisions for study participants.

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or an equivalent field; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure:
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or equivalent OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent OR licensure pending, as documented by temporary license.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Experience with substance abuse/addiction patients
• Currently working in a clinical setting

Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
Psych Research Schizophrenia (451J)

Employment Type:

Staff

Staff Type:
On-Call

Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay:
Hourly: $28.13 - $41.00

Benefits Eligible:
This is not a benefits eligible position.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check

Required:

No

For Best Consideration Date: 1/20/2026

Eligible for Remote Work:
Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement:
This position is eligible for hybrid remote work.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit:
1) Cover letter explaining why qualified for the position
2) Current resume
3) Three professional references, preferably supervisory, with current contact information. Selected candidate will need to provide documentation of meeting minimum qualifications.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for details.

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