Licensed Clinical Counselor (Nellis AFB, Nevada) - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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HJF is seeking a Licensed Clinical Counselor who will be responsible for clinical assessments and treatment with particular interest in assisting those with chronic pain and coordinates the hereditary cancer genetic counseling process.

This position will be in support of Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences’ Department of Family Medicine, which is based in Bethesda, MD. The project, COMBAT PAIN, is an innovative clinical trial aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of combined acupuncture and CBT in the effort of improving the management of pain and patient outcomes in primary care settings.  The Licensed Clinical Counselor will assist with activities related to the project’s mission, The Licensed Military Behavioral Health Provider will provide Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP) to military patients and dependents. They will need to collaborate with medical professionals to help integrate behavioral therapy with acupuncture, in primary care settings, and support local PI and research staff/team. The individual will also contribute to overall study documentation, treatment outcomes and participating in research activities. This is a full-time position funded through December 2025, with the possibility of annual renewal for up to four years, contingent upon performance and continued funding

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Provide Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP) to study participants during their acupuncture sessions as part of the research intervention.
• Collaborate with medical professionals and research staff to integrate behavioral therapy with acupuncture for chronic pain management.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate the biopsychosocial factors contributing to chronic pain in research participants and clinical patients.
• Document treatment plans, progress, and outcomes for research participants following study protocols.
• Engage in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support the study’s research goals and contribute to publications and presentations.
• Offer clinical services to clinic patients not enrolled in the study, ensuring continuity of care for military personnel and dependents.
• Participate in regular team meetings and provide insights on patient care, research progress, and data analysis to optimize research outcomes.
• Evaluages, diagnosis, treats, and follows outpatients with psychological mental order conditions of all complexities.
• Provides consistent care for patients with acute and chronic and persistent mental health conditions and their complications.
• Provides staff expertise in psychology that is pertinent in a wide variety of circumstances, to include management of patients with psychological disorders and chronic pain.
• Examines and conducts thorough studies of presenting patients; evaluates laboratory and clinical findings, prescribing appropriate treatment or referring patient to appropriate specialty clinics
• Collaborates with physicians in other medical specialties on cases involving complicated and multi-faceted problems. Follows through on all cases to insure effective comprehensive psychological services required.
• May administer standardized psychological assessments for research.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role or additional scholarly activities.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree 
• Minimum of 0-5 years experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Licensed Clinical Counselor with a strong background in providing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly CBT for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP).
• Experience working in primary care or integrated healthcare settings, ideally with military populations.
• Strong skills in biopsychosocial assessments, evaluating pain-related psychological and behavioral factors, and tailoring interventions to meet individual patient needs.
• Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including medical, behavioral health, and research personnel.
• Experience working with military electronic health records (EHR) systems and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write reports, professional correspondence, and research papers in both Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications
• A demonstrated ability to balance clinical practice and research activities and contribute to a research-focused environment.
• Proficiency in oral presentations and developing collaborative relationships.
• Ability to diagnose and treat psychological problems of all complexities.
• Familiarity with military medical system desirable
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance

Physical Capabilities 

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

•  This position will take place primarily in a office setting. 

Compensation:

• The annual salary range for this position is $73,800-$75,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits:

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.