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Job Title
STEPS Study Interventionist
Requisition Number
TE09116
Department Name
7H800:PSYCHIATRY
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$25.00/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; extensive computer work
Shift
8a-5p; 10 hours per week
Job Summary
This position involves serving as a study interventionist on a PCORI-funded young adult suicide prevention project. After receiving intensive training by the Principal Investigator and study team, the interventionist will deliver a brief, suicide prevention intervention via telehealth that uses motivational interviewing. The position also involves completing all study documentation and participating in group supervision with other team members.
If you are interested in joining our team of research professionals and behavioral health providers making a difference in our community and across the State, please consider applying for this position.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will be a graduate student in social work, psychology, or counseling or have a master’s degree in one of these fields. Other desired skills include attention to detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to follow a manualized intervention protocol, and strong interpersonal skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Deadline To Apply
11/21/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
STEPS Study Interventionist
Requisition Number
TE09116
Department Name
7H800:PSYCHIATRY
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$25.00/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; extensive computer work
Shift
8a-5p; 10 hours per week
Job Summary
This position involves serving as a study interventionist on a PCORI-funded young adult suicide prevention project. After receiving intensive training by the Principal Investigator and study team, the interventionist will deliver a brief, suicide prevention intervention via telehealth that uses motivational interviewing. The position also involves completing all study documentation and participating in group supervision with other team members.
If you are interested in joining our team of research professionals and behavioral health providers making a difference in our community and across the State, please consider applying for this position.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will be a graduate student in social work, psychology, or counseling or have a master’s degree in one of these fields. Other desired skills include attention to detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to follow a manualized intervention protocol, and strong interpersonal skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Deadline To Apply
11/21/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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