Psychedelic Facilitator Jobs in Psychedelic Medicine
Psilocybin and psychedelic-assisted therapy facilitators guide clients through medicine sessions in licensed service centers.
Salary Range
Oregon licensed facilitators typically charge $150–$300/hour for sessions. Employed positions at service centers range from $55K–$120K depending on hours and location.
How to Become a Psychedelic Facilitator
Psychedelic facilitation is an emerging profession combining mental health support, somatic awareness, and clinical-level care. In Oregon and Colorado — the two states with operational regulated psilocybin programs — facilitators must complete state-approved training and pass a licensing exam. Other states are developing similar frameworks as legalization expands.
Education
A mental health or healthcare background is strongly preferred, though not always required. Oregon and Colorado do not mandate a clinical degree, but most programs expect applicants to have prior experience in counseling, social work, nursing, or wellness. A bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, or a related field provides a strong foundation.
Certifications & Licensing
Oregon requires completion of an OBNM-approved training program (minimum 160 hours) followed by a supervised practicum and licensing exam. Colorado requires completion of a DORA-approved training program. Training programs typically take 6–12 months and cost $8,000–$20,000.
Career Path
Most facilitators start as employees at service centers to build clinical hours, then transition to independent practice or open their own center. With experience, some facilitators specialize in specific populations — veterans, end-of-life, or couples — or move into training program instructor roles.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Oregon: OBNM-approved facilitator training (160+ hours) + licensing exam
- ✓Colorado: DORA-approved facilitator training + state license
- ✓Background check required in both states
- ✓Mental health or healthcare background (preferred)
- ✓First aid / CPR certification
1 Open Facilitator Position
View all jobs →Training & Certifications
State-approved programs including InnerTrek, Fluence, and Alma Institute. Typically 6–12 months, $10K–$18K.
DORA-approved programs for Colorado Natural Medicine facilitator licensing. Check the DHMH approved program list.
Professional psychedelic facilitation training with retreat-based curriculum.
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