Clinical Research Counselor

Psych-LPPI-Rsch

Part Time

85137BR

Job Summary

The primary function of this position is to serve as a Clinical Research Counselor for clinical trials involving delivery of Contingency Management for Veterans with medical and surgical conditions.

The primary responsibilities of the interventionist will include:

• Direct administration of and consultation with psychology trainees in administration of a psychological assessment (MINI Neuropsychiatric Inventory) and delivery of behavioral coaching for tobacco cessation (motivational interviewing techniques included)
• Fidelity monitoring of contingency management intervention for tobacco cessation; and
• Documenting visits in CPRS and REDCap.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The UCSF Department of Psychiatry and the Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute are among the nation's foremost resources in the fields of child, adolescent, adult and geriatric mental health. Together they constitute one of the largest departments in the UCSF School of Medicine and the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences, with a mission focused on research (basic, translational, clinical), teaching, patient care and public service. UCSF Psychiatry conducts its clinical, educational and research efforts at a variety of locations in Northern California, including Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital and Clinics, UCSF campuses at Mission Bay and Laurel Heights, UCSF Medical Center, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, the San Francisco VA Health Care System, and UCSF Fresno.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and minimum one year of experience or equivalent combination of training/experience

• Clinical background in Veteran health, addiction research, tobacco cessation research and conduct of clinical trials
• Proficiency with CPRS VA electronic health record
• Training in motivational interviewing for smoking cessation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possesses education and other requirements for credentialing by the UCSF Medical Center and San Francisco VA Healthcare System

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

004463 BEH HEALTH PSYCHIATRIC PROFL 3 HX

Job Category

Social Work and Psychology

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

20%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

Up to 20% (4-8- hours a week max)