Assignment-Ready Military Mental Health Counselor

Magellan Health, Inc.; Village of Westhampton Beach (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magellan Health’s Assignment Ready Counselor (ARC) provides non-medical, short-term counseling to military service members and families, including adults, children and youth. The role supports DoDEA schools, community schools, youth programs, and summer camps, with coverage during the May–September period.

Public healthcare experience, brief therapy, and crisis response are valued. The position requires independent licensure and flexibility to work across varied installations and schedules.

Qualifications

• Requires Master’s Degree in a mental health related field or social work.
• Must be licensed independently in any state.
• Strong ability to provide non-medical counseling and brief therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical, short-term counseling to adults, children, and youth.
• Deliver health and wellness trainings and presentations.
• Enter counselor activity data daily and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

US Citizenship

English fluency

Solution-focused

Brief therapy

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's - Behavioral Health

Master's - Social Work

Job description

Magellan Health’s Assignment Ready Counselor (ARC) provides non-medical, short-term counseling to military service members and families, including adults, children and youth. The role supports DoDEA schools, community schools, youth programs, and summer camps, with coverage during the May–September period.

Public healthcare experience, brief therapy, and crisis response are valued. The position requires independent licensure and flexibility to work across varied installations and schedules.