Military Adult Embedded Counselor

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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.

• Provides 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).
• When assigned, Tier 4 counselors will provide clinical supervision to Tier 1 counselors as outlined by the licensing board in the state of practice.
• Enters counselor activity data daily through smart phone or web application to assure accurate reporting while maintaining client confidentiality.
• Cultivates and maintains direct relationships with commanders and personnel within the assigned military unit.
• Consistently visible within the brigade/regiment to make MFLC services accessible; establishes working relationships with community resources and military populations.
• Provides MFLC response to critical incidents, surge, and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense program manager.
• Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to DoD protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
• Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular 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.
• Participates in initiatives, studies, and pilot programs as directed by the customer and/or Magellan.
• All other duties as assigned.

• 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 (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, respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting.
• Must be able to traverse short and/or long distances within the base, maneuver through rugged or uneven locations, and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditions. May require travel outside the installation.
• May need to comply with site‑specific requirements (e.g., immunizations, vaccinations).
• Must prove US citizenship and speak fluent English.
• Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for service members and their families.
• 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.
• Vehicle Operator's License requirement: all contractor personnel providing counseling support at Government locations shall possess a valid U.S. state vehicle operator’s license. In some cases, a U.S. military vehicle operator’s permit may be required for TDY locations.

• Title:
  
  Military Adult Embedded Counselor
• Grade: MFLC Tier 4
• Work Experience –
  
  Required:
  
  Clinical
• Education –
  
  Required:
  
  Master’s – Behavioral Health, Master’s – Social Work
• License and Certifications –
  
  Required:
  
  Current licensure that meets State, Commonwealth or customer‑specific requirements.
• Salary Minimum: $59,922
• Salary Maximum: $100,280

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