Military Family Life Counselor Government - Suitland, MD at Geebo

Military Family Life Counselor

This position is in support the Naval Office of Intelligence in Suitland, MD; candidate must be local to the military base or willing to relocate to become localCandidates must be licensed at the independent level in MD as a Social Worker (LCSW-C), Therapist (LCMFT), Mental Health Counselor (LPC), or PsychologistProvides 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 unitResponsible for providing MFLC services including non-medical, short term, walk around counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, and consultation to the brigade/regiments command regarding behavioral health issues with a unique understanding of the particular military unit, cultural and mission.
Provides non-medical, short-term, solution focused, walk-around counseling directly to service and family members of a dedicated military unit (brigade, wing or regiment) as an embedded counselorServices include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicatedDelivers training and health and wellness presentations and activities as requested/ directed.
Enters counselor activity data on a daily basis through smart phone or web application to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation, while maintaining client / service member confidentiality.
Cultivates and maintains 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 unitResponsible for development of an effective and professional working relationship with the installation POC (Point of Contact), command, and the command POC.
Creates a presence within the brigade/regiment in which the service and family members feel comfortable approaching the counselor, recognizing the program to be confidentialEstablish and maintain working relationships with community resources and provide appropriate linkages for service members and their familiesPartners with POC to provide MFLC services in a manner that addresses the needs of the brigade/regiment.
Provides 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 managerCounselor will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed.
Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations to which the counselor is assigned.
Participates in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees or other contract activities as assigned/appropriate.
Other Job RequirementsResponsibilitiesMaster's Degree from an accredited Graduate Program in a Mental Health related field.
Valid unrestricted counseling license from a State, District of Columbia, US Territory or Commonwealth that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner.
For assignments in the 50 states, counselors shall be licensed or certified in the state in which the client is receiving services.
A minimum two years of post licensure counseling experience.
Requires ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned, in order to accomplish job functions, and to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting, which includes the need to traverse short and/or long distances within the base to both indoor and outdoor locations, to maneuver through rugged, outdoor or uneven locations (e.
g.
, steep inclines, stairs, grass), and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditionsMay require travel to locations outside of a military base in a variety of physical environmentsDue to the nature of working on military installations or related worksites, counselors may need to comply with various site specific requirements to work at designated locationsFor example, for some assignments, counselors will need to have certain immunizations or vaccinations and provide record of receipt.
Ability to prove US Citizenship and must speak fluent English.
Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for service members and their familiesAbility to develop trusting, helping relationshipsAbility to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Pass a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) Clearance and 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.
Vehicle Operator's License Requirement:
Unless specifically waived by the FEDSIM COR, all contractor personnel providing counseling support at Government locations shall possess a valid U.
Sstate vehicle operator's licenseAs a condition for employment under this contract, contractor personnel may be required to pass all tests for and obtain a U.
Smilitary vehicle operator's permit for commercial sedans and similar, for use at Temporary Duty (TDY) locations, if required.
General Job InformationTitleMilitary Family Life CounselorGradeMFLC Tier 3Work Experience - RequiredClinicalWork Experience - PreferredEducation - RequiredMasters - Behavioral Health, Masters - Social WorkEducation - PreferredLicense and Certifications - RequiredCurrent licensure required for this position that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements - Care Mgmt, DL - Driver License, Valid In State - Other, Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician - Care MgmtLicense and Certifications - PreferredMagellan Health, Incis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplaceEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.
Recommended Skills Behavioral Medicine Business Relationship Management Consulting Hardworking And Dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Lcsw) Licensed Professional Counselor (Lpc) Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.

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