2 jobs found in bethesda

Genetic Counselor Akahi Associates, LLC is seeking a highly qualified Genetic Counselor to work at our client site the National Human Genome Research Institute in Bethesda, MD. This is a full-time position with benefits. 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. TASKS/SERVICES. The contractor shall be guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance: Provide genetic counseling to NIH Undiagnosed Diseases Program (UDP) subjects including risk assessment, psychosocial support, referral to local support resources for continuity of care and other tasks necessary to provide comprehensive psychosocial support to affected families. Recognize and address the social and psychological needs of the patient and family; work with healthcare team staff to address those needs. Provide effective communication of genetic and genomic information to patients, families, referring physicians and counselors. Maintain contact with appropriate voluntary...

Clinical Psychologist Akahi Associates, LLC is seeking a highly qualified Clinical Psychologist to work at our client site the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) in Bethesda, MD. This is a full-time position with benefits. 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. TASKS/SERVICES. The contractor shall be guided by existing policies, procedures, directions, orders, and other guidance: Recruit and screen patients for the projects which focus on children with irritability. Conduct preliminary evaluation of potential patients through extensive telephone interviewing of parent. Conduct structured and semi-structured interviews with patients and parents of patients (such as the K-SADS). Provide structured psychotherapy in the form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Conduct clinical ratings during outpatient treatment studies and longitudinal clinical studies. Provide family support and crisis management services. Provide referral to appropriate NIH...