We are seeking a Session Monitor to support participants enrolled in a clinical trial evaluating a novel psychedelic-assisted treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). Session Monitors (SMs) provide compassionate psychological support and safety monitoring during pre-dose, dosing, and post-dose study visits, ensuring participant well-being and strict protocol adherence.
This role is ideal for mental health professionals, therapists-in-training, and clinicians seeking hands-on experience with psychedelic-assisted therapy in a regulated clinical trial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Build rapport with participants during pre-dose preparation sessions.
- Provide emotional support, therapeutic presence, and safety monitoring throughout dosing sessions.
- Assist participants in setting intentions, self-regulation techniques, and processing their experiences.
- Monitor for adverse events or acute psychedelic reactions; promptly escalate safety concerns to the site Principal Investigator or study physician.
- Document dosing session observations and complete required source documentation/eCRF entries.
- Support safe participant withdrawal if requested and communicate appropriately with the site team.
Qualifications
Required:
- Graduate-level clinical training and independent licensure OR a bachelor’s degree plus at least 1 year of mental health/clinical experience
Preferred:
- Prior experience in psychedelic-assisted therapy or ketamine-assisted treatment.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care and therapeutic presence.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 10 per week
Work Location: In person
Zillan Clinical Research
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