Military Family and Life Counselor (School Based)

Location: Ocean Springs, MS 39564

About the role

JCS Military is looking for a Licensed Counselor to support school-aged military children in school districts surrounding Naval Battalion Center in Gulfport, MS. The Child and Youth Behavioral Military and Family Life Counselor (CYB-MFLC) position offers a unique opportunity to serve a vital role of counseling and resources for eligible faculty, staff, parents, children, and youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical counseling services and support to active-duty military service members and their families.
• Deliver training and health and wellness presentations.
• Consult with parents, school personnel, and installation command staff regarding behavioral issues affecting children and youth.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA).
• 2 years of post-master’s supervised clinical experience/post licensure.
• Licensure to practice at the independent practice level (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT). Clinicians under supervision may not apply.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to pass all background/suitability checks, which may include additional installation-specific requirements.

Benefits

• No insurance to file.
• No progress notes or treatment plans.
• Free work-related professional development courses (CEU and non-CEU).
• Reimbursement for job-related license renewal fees.
• Flexible 40-hour work weeks.
• Paid federal holidays.