Short Term or As Needed Coverage - MFLC Counselor - Texas

Leidos • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Leidos is seeking licensed behavioral health professionals to join the Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) program as Mission Ready Reserve counselors. This part-time role supports military service members and their families by providing non-medical counseling, consultation, and outreach. The position is flexible, allowing counselors to pick up shifts locally and potentially travel for short-term coverage, with assignments lasting between 2-3 months or 6-9 months.

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, MHC, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist).
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to pass a basic background check for employment and a Child National Agency Check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with military families.
• Knowledge of military culture and lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face counseling to military service members and their families (individual, couples, family, and children).
• Support military-connected students, parents, and staff through visibility at assignments.
• Recommend appropriate referrals and handoffs to military and community resources based on clinical skills.
• Offer presentations to address social skills development and social emotional learning for children.
• Promote creativity and positivity through approved materials.
• Build rapport with service members, spouses, and children by attending installation and community events.
• Assist children with transition adjustments, such as new schools and homes.
• Participate in regular in-service training or other contract activities as assigned.
• Communicate trends and issues at assigned installations to Team Leads.

Benefits

• Paid federal holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free and unlimited behavioral healthcare training
• Reimbursement for job-related license renewal fees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree