NCT07129070

Just-in-Time Training for Youth Mentors

Just-in-Time Training for Youth Mentors: A Strategy for Implementing Evidence-Based Preventive Interventions for Youth in Rural Communities

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 118 (estimated)
• Sponsor: University of Minnesota · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 12 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

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

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	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.
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.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-12-18
• Primary completion: 2028-04-01
• Completion: 2028-05-31
• First posted: 2025-08-19
• Last updated: 2026-02-10

Locations

1 site across 1 country: United States