Special Operations Mental Health Counselor (Fort Bragg,NC)

KBR; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

KBR, Inc is recruiting a Licensed Mental Health Counselor to support the POTFF program for DoD personnel and families. The role is on-site, within a unit, providing clinical counseling, screenings, and case management with a spectrum of evidence-based therapies.

Candidates must hold LMFT or LPC credentials, have a master’s degree in behavioral sciences, and meet credentialing standards. A Secret/Top-Secret clearance is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain certification where

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in behavioral sciences and able to meet credentialing standards.
• LMFT requires COAMFTE-accredited program or equivalent with AAMFT credential.
• LPC requires NCMHCE or equivalent exam and CACREP-accredited degree.
• Must possess a state license for independent practice as LMFT or LPC.
• Clearance: ability to obtain and maintain Secret or Top-Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implement policies, conduct screenings, clinical counseling and case management.
• Serve as a point of contact for behavioral health services for DoD personnel and families.
• Provide a spectrum of behavioral health interventions including interviews, assessments and therapies.
• Plan, develop and implement programs to foster positive relationships within family structures and units.
• Promote and maintain communication within the unit, POTFF program, and external agencies.

Skills

Clinical counseling

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Family therapy

Couples therapy

Behavioral assessment

Evidence-based therapies

Screening

Education

Master’s in MFT or allied field

COAMFTE accreditation

AAMFT clinical membership

NCMHCE or equivalent exam

Licensed independent practice license

Post-master’s supervised practice

Job description

*Belong. Connect. Grow.* with KBR!KBR is a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers; but we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. We maintain a highly qualified workforce to help care for service people and astronauts across the world. We attract the best minds because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.We are actively recruiting a *Licensed Mental Health Counselor* to support our Nation’s Special Operation Forces and their families, through the *Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program*. In this role we are looking for a *Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)* or *Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to* work within a unit, on-site, as a Mental Health Counselor. You will be responsible for, but not limited to:* Implementing policies, conducts screenings, clinical counseling and case management services, and prevention programming.* Serve as a point of contact for behavioral health services for active-duty Special Operations personnel, retired military members, their families, and others as authorized by DoD policy.* Provide a spectrum of behavioral health interventions, including interviewing, behavioral assessment, and evidenced-based therapies in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological and neuropsychological disorders using the following skills: individual, family and group psychotherapy, couples therapy, alcohol, and drug treatment evaluations.* Plan, develop and implement programs designed to foster positive healthy relationships within the family structure and unit connectedness.* Promote and maintain communication and harmonious working relationships within the unit, POTFF program, and other DoD and outside agencies.**Education, Credentialing, Certification and Clearance requirements:*** Master’s Degree in one of the behavioral sciences and able to meet Credentialing and Privileging standards.* LMFT Requirements must include one of the following:* Master's or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE), or* A qualifying graduate degree in an allied mental health field from a regionally accredited education institution in conjunction with a program of marriage and family therapy study that is equivalent to the COAMFTE standards as defined by the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Must possess a clinical membership credential issued by the AAMFT.* LPC Requirements:* Passed the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE) or an examination determined by the Director, Defense Health Agency or designee as equal in scope, intent, and content to the NCMHCE.* Master’s or higher-level degree from a mental health counseling program of education and training accredited for Mental Health Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; and* Post-master’s degree counseling practice qualifying for independent licensure. Two years of post-graduate experience in various modalities and skill to provide individual, group, couples, and family treatment/counseling.* Must have a current state license to practice independently as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).* Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top-Secret Clearance* Shall have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) as required for credentialing at servicing medical treatment facilities.* Must possess a license for independent practice as either a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or a Licensed Professional Counselor from a U.S. state, territory, or district.**Standard Company Requirements:*** Must comply with Safety, Health and Environmental plan, policies and procedures.* Must comply with the Quality Assurance plan, policies and procedures.* Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance.* Responsible for completing all required training.* Perform other assignments and duties, as required.**Desired Qualifications/Experience:*** Candidate has previous military background/experience.**KBR Benefits**KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits New | KBR