Clinical Therapist I - Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work
Florida International University, Miami, FL, United States
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Therapist will support the delivery of clinical interventions across various trials as part of the iCarus lab. The iCarus Lab in the Department of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention conducts biomedical and behavioral research to advance health equity for marginalized, underserved populations. This research is focused on developing and testing novel biobehavioral interventions to address the intertwining epidemics of stimulant use and IV, as well as pursuing translational projects to elucidate the neuroimmune pathways that underlie prevalent psychiatric comorbidities relevant to HIV prevention and pathogenesis. The position will support neuroARTEMIS which aims to elucidate neuroimmune processes that underlie the intersection of social stigma, anhedonia and altered reward processing in people with HIV who use stimulants. Participants will undergo an evidence‑based positive affect intervention, and the project reSTART, which aims to increase rates of viral suppression and ART adherence in participants who will receive a motivational interviewing (MI) session that will focus on adherence counseling.
Responsibilities
Support the delivery of clinical interventions across trials such as neuroARTEMIS (positive affect intervention), reSTART (motivational interviewing – MI), and TRIDENT (CBT‑AD).
Deliver the manualized interventions in a way that is standardized but also tailored to the participants’ needs, maintaining fidelity to treatment models and session structure.
Communicate and schedule study participants, monitoring participant engagement and adherence to treatment schedules.
Provide immediate support and intervention for participants demonstrating acute distress according to the study emergency protocol, documenting adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs).
Attend weekly group supervision meetings and individual supervision, as necessary, and provide session recordings for quality review.
Demonstrate strong analytical skills and show proficiency in various therapeutic techniques.
Maintain professional boundaries consistent with research ethics.
Complete accurate and detailed case notes and timely data entry.
Complete all necessary trainings and certifications (e.g., CITI, Good Clinical Practice) and stay up-to-date on necessary study procedures and guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work or related mental health provider discipline.
Mental Health License – Florida includes:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$58,000 – $62,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g., a grant or contract).
Equal Opportunity Employer
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative‑action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305‑348‑2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Therapist will support the delivery of clinical interventions across various trials as part of the iCarus lab. The iCarus Lab in the Department of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention conducts biomedical and behavioral research to advance health equity for marginalized, underserved populations. This research is focused on developing and testing novel biobehavioral interventions to address the intertwining epidemics of stimulant use and IV, as well as pursuing translational projects to elucidate the neuroimmune pathways that underlie prevalent psychiatric comorbidities relevant to HIV prevention and pathogenesis. The position will support neuroARTEMIS which aims to elucidate neuroimmune processes that underlie the intersection of social stigma, anhedonia and altered reward processing in people with HIV who use stimulants. Participants will undergo an evidence‑based positive affect intervention, and the project reSTART, which aims to increase rates of viral suppression and ART adherence in participants who will receive a motivational interviewing (MI) session that will focus on adherence counseling.
Responsibilities
Support the delivery of clinical interventions across trials such as neuroARTEMIS (positive affect intervention), reSTART (motivational interviewing – MI), and TRIDENT (CBT‑AD).
Deliver the manualized interventions in a way that is standardized but also tailored to the participants’ needs, maintaining fidelity to treatment models and session structure.
Communicate and schedule study participants, monitoring participant engagement and adherence to treatment schedules.
Provide immediate support and intervention for participants demonstrating acute distress according to the study emergency protocol, documenting adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs).
Attend weekly group supervision meetings and individual supervision, as necessary, and provide session recordings for quality review.
Demonstrate strong analytical skills and show proficiency in various therapeutic techniques.
Maintain professional boundaries consistent with research ethics.
Complete accurate and detailed case notes and timely data entry.
Complete all necessary trainings and certifications (e.g., CITI, Good Clinical Practice) and stay up-to-date on necessary study procedures and guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work or related mental health provider discipline.
Mental Health License – Florida includes:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$58,000 – $62,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g., a grant or contract).
Equal Opportunity Employer
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative‑action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305‑348‑2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
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