Clinical Research Associate

The Center for Advancing Correctional Excellence (ACE!) within the Criminology, Law & Society Department at George Mason University is seeking a clinician to deliver services in Rockdale County Jail in Georgia as part of a research project. The position will be part of a project funded by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) that aims to deliver and test tools that can help young individuals' (17-24 year olds) have better outcomes both inside the jail and after release.

The individual in this position will lead the DREAM program, a cognitive-behavioral program tailored to address key emerging adult development issues through group/individualized sessions, comprehensive case management, and reentry services. In addition to leading DREAM programming, this individual will help support the research protocols in place.

This will be a full time position (40 hours per week) that is based in Rockdale County Jail, Georgia.

Required Qualifications: * Master's degree in social work, psychology, or related field; * Proficiency with MS Office software.

Preferred Qualifications: * Licensure in social work or related field; * Experience with research studies; * Experience with justice-involved populations; * Minimum 1 year experience providing direct services; * Human subjects (IRB) training prior to start date; * Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Additional Requirements: * Must be able to pass a background check to work inside of the jail.

For full consideration, applicants must apply at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

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