MFLC Assignment Ready Counselor (PT On Demand)

Magellan Health; Kenova (WV); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Magellan Health is seeking an independently licensed Mental Health Counselor, Therapist, or Social Worker for a part-time, on-demand role serving military service members and their families. The counselor will deliver behavioral health services including assessments, brief counseling, and resource referrals.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and current independent licensure. Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to varying environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have independent licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Therapist, or Social Worker.
• Ability to work full-time on short notice.
• Advanced knowledge of brief and solution-focused counseling methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver behavioral counseling services including assessment and action planning.
• Provide non-medical counseling and conduct training sessions.
• Respond to critical incidents and maintain records of activities.

Skills

Rapport-building skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in mental health or social work

Job description

Job Overview

This position is for an independently licensed Mental Health Counselor, Therapist, or Social Worker to serve as a MFLC Assignment Ready Counselor (ARC) on a part‑time, on‑demand basis. The ARC will provide short‑term, surge, or on‑demand behavioral health services to military service members, their families, and personnel in schools, camps, or other military installations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adult, child, and youth behavioral (CYB) counseling services, including assessment, brief counseling, action planning, and referral to resources.
• Provide non‑medical counseling; conduct training and wellness presentations; participate in health fairs and installation activities.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and installation command on behavioral health matters.
• Maintain daily counselor activity records via smartphone or web application while ensuring confidentiality.
• Co‑operate with installation and military branch points of contact (POC) to ensure program scope and needs are met.
• Serve on quality improvement committees, attend regular training, and provide supervisory input as required.
• Respond to critical incidents and special requests per the POC and OSD program manager.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited graduate program in mental health, social work, or a related field.
• Current independent licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Therapist, or Social Worker in any U.S. state.
• Ability to work full‑time on assignments ranging from a weekend to two weeks with short notice.
• Excellent rapport‑building skills with service personnel, families, students, parents, and co‑workers.
• Adaptability to varying work environments, locations, and schedules; capable of working independently with minimal instruction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient in English.
• Advanced knowledge of brief and solution‑focused counseling methods.
• Prior military service, military family background, or strong familiarity with military culture preferred.
• For CYB roles, must meet Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology.
• US citizenship required.

Benefits & Compensation

This is a Service Contract Act (SCA) covered position. Pay rate and health and welfare allowance are specified in the applicable wage determination agreement.

EEO Statement

Magellan Health, Inc. is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco‑free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Magellan provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.