ARC Military & Family Counselor - Short-Term Backfill

Magellan Health, Inc.; Fort Benning (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Magellan Health, Inc. seeks qualified counselors to provide non-medical, short-term behavioral health support for service members and their families at military installations. The role covers adult and youth counseling, with brief, solution-focused approaches and coordination with DoDEA and other installation partners.

Candidates must hold an independent Georgia license (LCSW/LMFT/LPC) and be available for varying schedules, including weekends, with assignments ranging from days to several weeks.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited graduate program in a mental health field, or social work.
• Current Georgia licensure to practice as LCSW, LMFT, or LPC as an independent clinician.
• Ability to engage quickly with military service members, spouses or children.
• Willingness to accept short-notice assignments including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical, short-term counseling to adults, children, and youth.
• Deliver brief therapy and solution-focused counseling methods.
• Coordinate with DoDEA schools and installation POC to address behavioral health needs.
• Enter counseling activity data daily and maintain confidentiality of services.
• Respond to critical incidents and emergent requests as directed by the POC.

Skills

Independent licensed clinician

English fluency

Rapport building

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work

Job description

Magellan Health, Inc. seeks qualified counselors to provide non-medical, short-term behavioral health support for service members and their families at military installations. The role covers adult and youth counseling, with brief, solution-focused approaches and coordination with DoDEA and other installation partners.

Candidates must hold an independent Georgia license (LCSW/LMFT/LPC) and be available for varying schedules, including weekends, with assignments ranging from days to several weeks.