Short Term or As Needed Coverage - MFLC Counselor - Fort Johnson, Louisiana

Leidos • Leesville, LA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) provide non-medical counseling services to military Service Members and their families. This role is designed to be flexible, supporting a PRN-type schedule where counselors step in as needed across military installations and communities. MFLCs focus on preventative, solution-focused approaches to mental health issues, addressing challenges before they escalate. Counselors may support adults or minors in various settings, including being embedded with military units, supporting families, or working in schools. The role emphasizes enhancing operational readiness and increasing individual and family resiliency. Specific roles may include supporting Special Operations Command (SOCOM) personnel and families, which requires additional clearances due to the sensitive nature of the work. Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) Counseling involves supporting children, youth, parents, and staff in settings like Child Development Centers and Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA/PhD).
• Valid independent license in the mental health field from any US state or territory (LCSW, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist).
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to pass a basic background check for employment, a Child National Agency Check, and Inquiries (NACI/CNACI) clearance, commonly called a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting Special Operations Command (SOCOM) personnel and families.
• Experience working within a school setting or Child Development Center.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face counseling to military service members and their families (individual, couples, family, and children).
• Recommend appropriate referrals and handoffs based on experienced differential clinical skills to military and community resources.
• Offer presentations to address social skills development and social emotional learning.
• Build rapport with service members, spouses, and children by attending installation and community events.
• Help families and children with challenges particular to the military community, such as transitions, moves, separations, and deployments.

Benefits

• Unlimited and free CEUs through a Leidos affiliate.
• Reimbursement for job-related license renewal fees.
• Eligibility to participate in 401K retirement plan.
• Referral incentives.
• Access to health and wellness programs with cashback incentives.
• Access to Leidos’ Employee Discount Program and exclusive discount marketplace.
• Relocation assistance may be available for specific roles.
• Daily mileage reimbursement may be available depending on location, role and circumstances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level