Associate Counselor - Head & Neck Surgery

The mission of The University of Texas M.

D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

Ideal candidate will be fully licensed to provide therapy/counseling in TX (required), but any additional states would be ideal. Organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated. Warm demeanor, strong social skills, and experience working across patient populations. Candidate, of course, would be comfortable with variance in the hours needed.

Part time up to 16 hours weekly. Hourly range
- Minimum $27.64 - Medium $34.62 - Maximum $41.59

Recruits, consents, and completes necessary on-boarding for participants, scheduling study-related assessments. Delivers manualized behavioral or psychological interventions and assessment techniques based on cognitive behavioral principles, motivational interviewing, mindfulness training, and other similar treatment approaches to couples (i.e., patients and spouses) facing end of life issues participating in behavioral and clinical care and research protocols. Collaborates with PI, Co-Investigators, and other research and clinical personnel in preparation of oral and written presentations.

These include other interventionists on the team, such as study coordinators, mind/body interventionists, psychologists or other therapists. Conducts comprehensive patient and family assessments for emotional distress. Participates in developing treatment plans according to protocol. Provides individual, group, marital and family counseling, including adults, children and adolescents. Works with more senior staff and/or clinical supervisor to deliver individualized psychologically based treatment plans.

Performs quality assurance procedures to assure accurate data collection and entry.

Maintains appropriate documentation of all study and clinical activities and initiates discussion of clinical issues with the Principal Investigator and other designated clinical and research staff as they arise. Participates in weekly strategy meetings aimed at identifying needed protocol and procedural changes, coordinating the ongoing implementation of the research or care protocol, and defining recruitment strategies.

Conducts educational presentations to the community addressing familial concern. Maintains intra‑and inter‑institutional liaison with clinical/medical personnel as well as investigative staff through oral and written communication. This involves the use of the telephone in a clear concise manner and face‑to‑face interaction, and a computer keyboard, word processing spreadsheets and database software. Other duties as assigned. Performs quality assurance procedures to assure accurate data collection and entry.

Required:

Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology or Social Work.

Required:

None

Preferred:
Prior experience with psychedelic‑assisted therapy (ex: psilocybin, MDMA, and/or ketamine)

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

Security and integrity clause:
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity statement:
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

• Requisition
• Employment Status:
  Part‑Time Not Benefits Eligible
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Work Week:
  Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 23,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 28,800
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 34,600
• FLSA: non‑exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type:
  Soft
• Work Location:
  
  Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position:
  Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?:
  Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?:
  Yes