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

Leidos•Leesville, LA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) provide non-medical counseling services to Service Members and their families. This role is designed to be flexible, supporting various needs across military installations and communities. MFLCs focus on preventative, solution-focused approaches to mental health challenges, addressing issues before they escalate. Counselors may work with adults or minors in diverse settings, including embedded with units, supporting families, or within schools. The MFLC model eliminates the need for insurance filing, progress notes, and treatment plans, allowing counselors to focus on direct client support and intuitive reporting.

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 (CDC).

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, frequent moves, separations, and deployments.