Research Intervention Counselor

FIELD RESEARCHER 3 RP (005246)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_1000557

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

10/14/2026 3:36:36 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/14/2026 3:36:34 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

2400O

Organization:

UCLA FIELDING SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH  

Division Code:

2410D

Division:

PUBLIC HEALTH DIV                      

Department:

193500 - EPIDEMIOLOGY

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_1000557

Position Description ID

265654

UC Payroll Title:

FIELD RESEARCHER 3 RP (005246)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

RP: Research and Public Service PR

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

4 - Staff: Limited

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.12

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40045803

Reports to Payroll Title:

PROF-AY

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40038895

Department Head Payroll Title:

DEPARTMENT CHAIR

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The UCLA Center for LGBTQ+ Advocacy, Research, and Health is looking for a part-time study therapist to complete manualized research intervention sessions with participants. The study therapist must be able to work with diverse participants such as youth who use stimulants in the context of sex, men who have sex with men, male sex workers, and young transgender women. Work responsibilities include scheduling with participants, completing research intervention (counseling) sessions following an intervention manual, documenting research activities, attending weekly supervision, and conducting quality control/quality assurance to ensure the fidelity of the intervention. The study therapist may also be called to assist with study participants actively in crisis during their research participation.

The Epidemiology department in the Fielding School of Public Health is a national leader in preparing a new generation of epidemiologists. Through specialized methodologies, epidemiologists identify, track, and analyze how diseases and other conditions are caused, transmitted, and prevented, as well as how they are distributed throughout the population. Such information plays a critical role in guiding policies and other evidence-based strategies to promote health and work toward health equity. The vital importance of epidemiologic research was highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in which epidemiologists have helped to track outbreaks and provide guidance on how the virus spreads in community settings.

Intervention development and

delivery

1) Supports the development and adaptation of clinical intervention manuals

2) Delivers study-specific manualized counseling to study participants enrolled in behavioral HIV prevention intervention trials within the Center for LGBTQ Research, Advocacy, and Health. This may include counseling to improve linkage to and retention in HIV care and PrEP or antiretroviral medication adherence for HIV prevention and treatment.

3) Delivers behavioral intervention counseling with study participants in a clear, non-judgmental manner.

4) Strictly adheres to study intervention manuals and study protocols.

5) Completes relevant documentation following counseling sessions including session notes.

6) Monitors participant well-being and reports any safety concerns immediately to research team according to study protocol.

7) Maintains guidelines of confidentiality and ethical accountability in all discourse with participants.

8) Participates in weekly individual and/or group clinical supervision

100%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree

MA/MS/MSW in psychology, mental health, or behavioral science aspects of public health or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Experience or demonstrated interest in HIV prevention

Preferred

Experience working with diverse groups of individuals including but not limited to people living with HIV, people of color, people who identify as LGBTQ, people who engage in sex work, and people with

Required

1-2 years

counseling experience with training in CBT, behavioral activation, and/or

other evidence-based treatments (either during or after completion of graduate degree)

Required

LICSW with training in CBT, behavioral activation, and/or motivational interviewing

Preferred

Prior professional community-based participatory research/implementation research

Preferred

Excellent interpersonal, communication (both written and verbal), and counseling skills

Required

Familiarity with using email and Microsoft applications

Required

Meticulous attention to detail, organized, and able to work on many different projects simultaneously

Required

Able to write about sensitive topics in a mature manner

Required

Interested in health disparities, public health, HIV prevention and treatment, and sexual and reproductive health

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.