Clinical Counselor (Local Remote | US & International Locations)

Clinical Counselor (Local Remote | US & International Locations)

CICONIX, a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) specializing in military and Veterans healthcare programs, is looking for a skilled Clinical Counselor to support the US Navy’s Fleet & Family Support Program (NFFSP). This role involves providing non-medical counseling and crisis response to Navy personnel, their partners, and dependents.

Locations:

Opportunities are available across the U.S. and internationally (must lives within 100 miles of):

• Georgia (Augusta)
• Maryland (Baltimore)
• Illinois (Chicago)
• Mississippi (Gulfport)
• Connecticut (Hartford)
• Florida (Jacksonville, Pensacola)
• California (Los Angeles)
• Tennessee (Memphis)
• Louisiana (New Orleans)
• Washington (Seattle)
• International: Djibouti, Japan (Sasebo), Spain (Rota)

Position Overview:

As a Clinical Counselor, you will play a crucial role in providing psychological first aid, crisis response, and non-medical counseling to Navy personnel and their families. This includes assessing and supporting clients dealing with adjustment disorders, family dynamics, and short-term stressors, ensuring that they have access to essential mental health resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Counseling & Support:
  Provide individual, couple, and group counseling to address adjustment disorders and other non-medical issues. Utilize best practices to assess and intervene in crisis situations, such as suicidal or homicidal risk.
• Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment:
  Conduct initial clinical assessments and ongoing risk assessments using the Columbia Suicide Severity Risk Scale (C-SSRS) and Veterans Affairs Safety Plan. Create safety plans for clients at risk.
• Behavioral Health Referrals:
  Make referrals for clients requiring long-term or medical/psychiatric interventions and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Child & Domestic Abuse Reporting:
  Report suspected cases of child abuse or domestic violence in accordance with Navy and state requirements, coordinating with civilian authorities and the Family Advocacy Representative.
• Telehealth Services:
  When needed, provide telephonic and virtual counseling services to support other Navy regions facing increased caseloads.
• Documentation & Data Management:
  Maintain accurate records for all non-medical counseling services in the Navy’s FFSMIS Clinical Counseling Record System and ensure services are accounted for in the scheduling module.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), or Clinical/Counseling Psychology (PhD) from an accredited institution.
• Licensure (current & unrestricted):
  • One of the following: LCSW, LMFT, LCP, LPC, LCPC, LMHC.
• Experience:
  • 2+ years of post-graduate clinical experience, with at least 2000 hours of full-time, supervised clinical work.
• Citizenship & Background Check:
  • U.S. Citizenship and successful background investigation are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military Life Experience:
  • Familiarity with the challenges of military life and experience providing short-term counseling for military personnel and their families.
• Cultural Competence:
  • Ability to work effectively with clients from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Clinical & Telehealth Competency:
  • Experience working in virtual environments and proficiency in delivering telehealth counseling services.
• Documentation Skills:
  • Knowledge of standard clinical documentation practices and military/community referral resources.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment, particularly in crisis intervention and risk assessment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficient communication skills, both oral and written, with a focus on clear documentation.
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