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Motivational Interviewing

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Motivational Interviewing is a client-centered counseling technique developed by psychologists William Miller and Stephen Rollnick that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation to change behavior. It's widely used by therapists, addiction counselors, healthcare providers, and coaches to support behavior change in areas like substance abuse, health habits, and mental health treatment.

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Motivational Interviewing in the job market

Last checked October 28, 2026

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Open roles requiring Motivational Interviewing (18)

Social Advocacy Clinical Counselor (Interdisciplinary Non Medical)

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Bethesda, MD · $102,415 – $112,657

This role provides short-term counseling to military service members and their families around deployment, relationships, parenting, and life transitions, referring clients with serious mental illness to specialized providers. It suits licensed clinicians with a master's degree and clinical experience who want to work within the military healthcare system addressing common adjustment challenges rather than treating psychiatric disorders.

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Registered Nurse-Specialty Clinics

Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Harlingen, TX · $77,349 – $158,093

This is a registered nurse position in specialty clinics at a VA health system, supporting diverse patient populations through clinical care, health education, and care coordination. The role suits nurses who thrive in ambulatory settings, enjoy patient education and motivational interviewing, and work well within multidisciplinary teams.

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CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

Full-time · Fort Belvoir, VA · $121,785 – $158,322

A behavioral health consultant embedded in military primary care, providing evidence-based mental health assessments and brief interventions to manage a high-acuity patient population. This role suits licensed clinical psychologists with experience in diagnostic evaluation and cognitive-behavioral approaches who thrive in fast-paced medical settings.

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Elevance Health

Family Care-Service Coordinator

Elevance Health

Full-time

This field-based role coordinates long-term services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities in Wisconsin's Family Care program, managing assessments, care planning, and interdisciplinary coordination. It suits someone with a social work background who wants to work directly with vulnerable populations on maximizing their independence and life goals.

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Vanderbilt University & Medical Center

Bilingual Dietitian, PRN - Remote

Vanderbilt University & Medical Center

Part-time · Nashville, TN · $40 / hour · Remote

This remote, part-time research role supports a clinical trial studying weight loss interventions in children with obesity through virtual telehealth nutrition counseling. The position suits registered dietitians with experience in motivational interviewing and a passion for serving underserved families through evidence-based nutrition education.

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CityMD

Pharmacist - Infusion Center

CityMD

Full-time · Berkeley Heights, NJ · $71 – $89 / hour

This role manages oral and supportive oncology medications in an outpatient specialty pharmacy setting, optimizing patient therapy outcomes through clinical decision-making and close collaboration with the care team. It suits pharmacists with specialized oncology experience who can independently evaluate treatment regimens, obtain insurance approvals, and counsel patients on complex cancer medication management.

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AdventHealth

Lead Certified Medical Assistant Primary Care Clinic

AdventHealth

Full-time · MW AHMG 11 SALT CREEK LN BLDG · $21 – $33 / hour

A lead medical assistant role in a primary care clinic setting with supervisory responsibilities overseeing staff, developing care plans, and managing clinical operations. This suits experienced medical assistants seeking advancement into a leadership position with shift variety including some weekend hours.

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Health & Wellness Coach (Contract)

Talkspace

Contract · New York, NY · $35 / hour · Remote

A remote coaching position with Talkspace's Wisdo Health team, where you'll facilitate virtual group sessions helping adults develop sustainable habits around nutrition, physical activity, and stress management, especially those using GLP-1 medications for weight management. This role suits certified health coaches with experience in motivational interviewing and behavior change who want to deliver accessible wellness support at scale.

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Headspace

Part-time · Remote - United States

This is a part-time mental health coaching role where you'll support members through text and video on the Headspace app, helping them set goals and manage issues like anxiety and stress. The role suits people with coaching credentials and mental health experience who can work flexibly, including some holidays, and want to be part of a collaborative care team.

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Registered Nurse, Care Manager/Coordinator (Interventional Pain Management)

Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Salt Lake City, UT · $74,854 – $137,807

This role manages pain care coordination and patient support for veterans receiving interventional pain management, conducting procedures, triaging concerns, and educating patients while collaborating across the clinical team. It suits nurses experienced in pain management or critical care who can work independently, mentor others, and drive quality improvements in a federal healthcare setting.

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