EAP Counselor

Golden Key Group; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Key Group is seeking an experienced EAP Counselor to provide confidential counseling, assessment, referral, and wellness services for federal agency employees in Springfield, Virginia. The role focuses on workplace and career concerns, emotional health, and overall wellbeing, with start anticipated in early 2027.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field, active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and on-site work in Springfield, VA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (state license).
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in counseling, assessments, and referrals.
• Knowledge of substance-use screening and crisis response.
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication and case-management skills.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Springfield, VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential short-term counseling and consultation to eligible employees.
• Counsel individuals on workplace and career concerns, emotional health, and wellness.
• Conduct initial assessments to identify concerns and determine services.
• Screen for substance-use disorders and other behavioral health issues.
• Provide treatment referrals and connect employees with resources.
• Offer crisis support and intervention within the EAP scope.
• Help employees develop strategies for managing stress and transitions.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case documentation.
• Protect employee privacy and comply with ethical and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with EAP leadership and customer representatives while preserving confidentiality.
• Provide educational resources and wellness support based on workforce needs.
• Complete assigned tasks and deliverables per contract requirements.
• Maintain current professional licensure and complete continuing education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Case management

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology

Job description

EAP Counselor

• ID: 2026-3421
• Category: Human Resources
• Type: Full Time
• Clearance: TS/SCI w/ CI Poly
• Location: US-VA-

With a passion for excellence, Golden Key Group (GKG) helps clients solve their strategic, organizational, and operational challenges to better meet their mission demands. We have serviced more than 25 Federal departments and agencies and several large commercial companies since our inception in 2002.

Golden Key Group's talented professionals, combined with our strategic partners, bring a depth of commercial and government experience and expertise. We are relentless in delivering the highest levels of services to provide tangible value and create sustainable results for our clients.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Employee Assistance Program Counselor to provide confidential counseling, assessment, referral, and wellness services supporting employees of a federal intelligence agency in Springfield, Virginia.

The EAP Counselor will assist employees with workplace and career concerns, emotional and mental health needs, relationship dynamics, work-life integration, and overall health and wellness. This position requires an experienced, compassionate professional who can assess individual needs, provide short-term counseling, identify potential substance-use concerns, and connect employees with appropriate treatment and community resources.

Position expected to start early 2027.

Location: Springfield, VA

This position is being recruited in support of potential future contract awards, and qualified candidates may be considered for upcoming opportunities supporting federal government clients.

Responsibilities

Provide confidential short-term counseling and consultation services to eligible employees

• Counsel individuals regarding workplace and career concerns, emotional and mental health, relationship dynamics, work-life integration, and health and wellness
• Conduct initial assessments to identify presenting concerns and determine appropriate services
• Screen for substance-use disorders and other behavioral health concerns
• Provide treatment referrals and connect employees with appropriate clinical or community resources
• Offer crisis support and intervention within the scope of the Employee Assistance Program
• Help employees develop practical strategies for managing stress, workplace challenges, interpersonal concerns, and personal transitions
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case documentation
• Protect employee privacy and comply with all applicable ethical, contractual, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with EAP leadership and authorized customer representatives while preserving appropriate clinical boundaries and confidentiality
• Provide educational resources and wellness support based on workforce needs
• Complete assigned tasks and deliverables in accordance with contract performance requirements
• Maintain current professional licensure and complete required continuing education
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph
• Current, unrestricted state license as one of the following:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Psychologist
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience
• Experience providing counseling, behavioral health assessments, and treatment referrals
• Knowledge of substance-use screening, mental health concerns, crisis response, and community resources
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal, communication, documentation, and case-management skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse professional and personal backgrounds
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Springfield, Virginia

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience providing Employee Assistance Program services
• Experience supporting federal government or Intelligence Community personnel
• Training in crisis intervention, substance-use assessment, trauma-informed care, or workplace mental health
• Familiarity with the challenges associated with high-security, high-stress, or mission-focused work environments
• Experience delivering employee wellness briefings, workshops, or educational programs