Military & Family Life Counselor - Embedded

Provides the full breadth of MFLC consultation and counseling services to the command structure and military service members and their families as an embedded counselor assigned to a dedicated military unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide MFLC services including non-medical, short-term, walk-around counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, and consultation to the assigned brigade/regiments command regarding behavioral health issues with an understanding of the military unit, cultural, and mission.
• Work closely with the Regional Supervisor/Regional Director, installation, and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to ensure the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation.
• Provide non-medical, short-term, solution-focused, walk-around counseling directly to eligible service and family members at assigned primary and secondary locations of a dedicated military unit (brigade, wing, or regiment) as an embedded counselor.
• Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (ensuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicated.
• Deliver training and health and wellness presentations and activities as requested/directed.
• When assigned, Tier 4 counselors will provide clinical supervision to Tier 1 counselors as outlined by the licensing board in the state of practice.
• Enter counselor activity data daily through smartphone or web application to ensure accurate reporting from the assigned installation while maintaining client/service member confidentiality.
• Cultivate and maintain direct relationships with commanders and personnel within the assigned military unit, utilizing relationship management skills and recognizing the unique structure and mission of the assigned military unit.
• Develop an effective and professional working relationship with the installation POC, command, and the command POC.
• Maintain visibility within the brigade/regiment to ensure MFLC services are accessible.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with community resources and military populations.
• Partner with POC to provide MFLC services in a manner that addresses the needs of the brigade/regiment and maintains confidentiality.
• Provide MFLC response to critical incidents, surge, and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager.
• Flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed or at the request of the Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
• Manage duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staff cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
• Communicate with Regional Supervisors and participate in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations to which the counselor is assigned.
• Participate in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees, or other contract activities as assigned/appropriate.
• Participate in initiatives, studies, and pilot programs as directed by the customer and/or Magellan, including certification and training processes, completion of activity documentation, and integration of pilot activities in non-medical counseling work.
• Utilize applicable technology to complete required activities.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited Graduate Program in a Mental Health related field.
• Valid unrestricted independent counseling license from a State, District of Columbia, US Territory, or Commonwealth that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner.
• A minimum of five years of post-licensure clinical experience.
• Demonstrate intermediate-level competencies in technology and software (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Internet navigation, Smartphone/Tablet and application navigation, video-conferencing platform navigation).
• Ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned, to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting.
• Ability to traverse short and/or long distances within the base to both indoor and outdoor locations, maneuver through rugged, outdoor, or uneven locations (e.g., steep inclines, stairs, grass), and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditions.
• May require travel to locations outside of a military installation in a variety of physical environments.
• Compliance with various site-specific requirements to work at designated locations, such as certain immunizations or vaccinations and providing records of receipt.
• Ability to prove US Citizenship and must speak fluent English.
• Understanding, sensitivity, and empathy for service members and their families.
• Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Pass a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) Clearance, an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal History Background Check, and FBI Fingerprints Check.
• Some units require a secret-level clearance in addition to the previously stated requirements.
• Valid U.S. state vehicle operator’s license, unless specifically waived by the FEDSIM COR.
• May be required to pass all tests and obtain a U.S. military vehicle operator’s permit for commercial sedans and similar for use at Temporary Duty (TDY) locations.

Pay

Salary Minimum: $59,922

Salary Maximum: $100,280

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, voluntary, and other benefits that enhance physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.