About this trial
This small randomized controlled trial will evaluate a workplace-based depression intervention that is tailored to the specific social and behavioral needs of low-wage hospital service workers. The intervention involves assessment of depression-related work impairment, work-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, work coaching, social needs screening and referral, and text message support for mood and physical activity.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
part-time or full-time employment (at least 20 hours per week);
≥18 years old;
employed in low-wage-earning jobs in the Environmental Services or Food & Nutrition Services Departments;
presence of depression symptoms as measured by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 item version; individuals who score ≥5 (indicating mild depression symptoms or higher) will be eligible;
Disqualifiers
plan to leave Scripps employment in <6 months;
severe mental illness or substance use condition (e.g., bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, active alcohol use disorder)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- A workplace-based depression intervention for low-wage hospital workers
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
San Diego State University
Lead sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Collaborator