Just-in-Time Training for Youth Mentors

NCT ID: NCT07129070

Last Updated: 2025-08-19

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 118 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2026-02-01
• Study Completion Date: 2028-05-31

Brief Summary

This study will evaluate the usability, feasibility, and acceptability of a novel multi-level Just-In-Time Training (JITT) implementation strategy (JITT-EBP) that aims to equip mentors and mentor supervisors to implement evidence-based practices (EBPs) with fidelity using methods that are sustainable in rural communities. JITT-EBP integrates (a) self-directed, on-demand, online training modules for mentors and mentor supervisors, (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies, and (c) an apprenticeship delivery model in which EBPs are co-led by an experienced mentor and a novice mentor, providing opportunity for in-the-moment training and support. The study will conduct a pilot hybrid type 2 effectiveness-implementation trial to evaluate the use of JITT-EBP compared to usual training for implementing mentor-delivered Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST), an evidence-based depression prevention program. 96 adolescents (age 12-17) and their parents, 8-18 mentors (depending on amount of turnover), and 4 mentor supervisors will be enrolled in the trial.

Conditions

Mental Health Issue; Depression; Anxiety

Study Design

• Allocation Method: RANDOMIZED
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Primary Study Purpose: PREVENTION
• Blinding Strategy: NONE

Study Groups

IPT-AST implemented via Just-In-Time Training (JITT-EBP)

IPT-AST = Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training

Group Type: ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training via Just-In-Time Training (JITT) implementation strategy

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

IPT-AST is a group-based EBP that aims to prevent depression and support emotional well-being by helping youth develop skills to foster healthy relationships. Youth learn about the links between feelings and interpersonal interactions, and they learn communication strategies and interpersonal problem-solving skills that they can apply to their relationships.

JITT-EBP integrates (a) self-directed, on-demand, online training modules for mentors and mentor supervisors, (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies, and (c) an apprenticeship delivery model in which EBPs are co-led by an experienced mentor and a novice mentor, providing opportunity for in-the-moment training and support.

IPT-AST implemented via usual training

IPT-AST = Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training

Group Type: ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST) implemented via usual training

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

IPT-AST is a group-based EBP that aims to prevent depression and support emotional well-being by helping youth develop skills to foster healthy relationships. Youth learn about the links between feelings and interpersonal interactions, and they learn communication strategies and interpersonal problem-solving skills that they can apply to their relationships.

Usual training involves (a) a one-day virtual training conducted by an IPT-AST expert prior to the beginning of the intervention, and (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies.

Interventions

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training via Just-In-Time Training (JITT) implementation strategy

IPT-AST is a group-based EBP that aims to prevent depression and support emotional well-being by helping youth develop skills to foster healthy relationships. Youth learn about the links between feelings and interpersonal interactions, and they learn communication strategies and interpersonal problem-solving skills that they can apply to their relationships.

JITT-EBP integrates (a) self-directed, on-demand, online training modules for mentors and mentor supervisors, (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies, and (c) an apprenticeship delivery model in which EBPs are co-led by an experienced mentor and a novice mentor, providing opportunity for in-the-moment training and support.

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST) implemented via usual training

IPT-AST is a group-based EBP that aims to prevent depression and support emotional well-being by helping youth develop skills to foster healthy relationships. Youth learn about the links between feelings and interpersonal interactions, and they learn communication strategies and interpersonal problem-solving skills that they can apply to their relationships.

Usual training involves (a) a one-day virtual training conducted by an IPT-AST expert prior to the beginning of the intervention, and (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies.

Intervention Type: BEHAVIORAL

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

• student at a partnering rural middle school or high school
• age 12-17
• have English speaking/reading/writing ability at a level to participate in IPT-AST
• youth's parent has English or Spanish-speaking/reading/writing ability at a level to participate in research activities.

• age 18 or older
• have completed the typical mentor or mentor supervisor screening and selection process at partnering mentoring organization (including a background check)
• are available to facilitate the program during after-school hours.

Exclusion Criteria

• moderate or severe depression (PHQ-9 > 10)
• active suicidal ideation with a plan and/or intent, requiring higher level of care
• Youth does not have English-speaking ability at a level to participate in IPT-AST
• youth's parent does not have English or Spanish-speaking/reading/writing ability at a level to participate in research activities.

• Minimum Eligible Age: 12 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes

Sponsors

University of Minnesota

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

Responsibility Role: SPONSOR

Principal Investigators

Meredith Gunlicks-Stoessel, PhD, LP

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

University of Minnesota

Lindsey Weiler, PhD

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

University of Minnesota

Locations

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Countries

United States

Central Contacts

Gracie Meyer

Role: CONTACT

meye3329@umn.edu

612-625-7240

Facility Contacts

Gracie Meyer

Role: primary

meye3329@umn.edu

612-625-7240

Other Identifiers

STUDY00024848

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id