STEPS Study Interventionist in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

Sitting for long periods of time; Primary computer and telephone work

Average of 12-15 hours/week

This 12-15 hours per week position involves serving as a study interventionist on two funded studies with youth: 1) a young adult suicide prevention project. The interventionist will deliver a brief, suicide prevention intervention via telehealth that uses motivational interviewing with participants ages 18-24; and 2) a strengths-based coaching intervention with participants ages 16-17 via telehealth. Both interventions require completing extensive training, completing all study documentation, attending team meetings as needed, and participating in supervision individually or with other team members.

Forbes magazine announced in February 2023 that it ranked the University of Kentucky sixth out of 500 total companies on its America’s Best Large Employers list. UK is listed second nationally in the education category.

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.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate student in social work, psychology, or counseling or have a masters 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.

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.

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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.