MFLC: Child & Youth Behavioral Counselor

Magellan Health, Inc.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

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Job summary

Magellan Health seeks a Military and Family Life Counselor- Child Youth Behavioral to provide non-medical counseling to children of service members at military installations and related locations. You will partner with Child Development Centers and youth programs, delivering brief counseling, trainings, and parent guidance while maintaining confidentiality and following DoD/installation protocols.

The role requires a Master’s in Behavioral Health, an independent license, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 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.
• Less than 2 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
• Proven ability to engage with military members and their families and to work in diverse settings.
• Must pass CNACI, IRC, FBI and other background checks; immunization requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical, short-term, solution-focused counseling to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned locations.
• Support staff and personnel at Child Development Centers, youth programs and summer camps; provide parent support and guidance.
• Deliver training and health/wellness presentations; participate in health fairs and base activities.
• Enter activity data daily via phone or web app while maintaining confidentiality.
• Develop relationships with community resources and linkages; respond to urgent requests as needed.

Education

Master’s Degree - Behavioral Health

Job description

Magellan Health seeks a Military and Family Life Counselor- Child Youth Behavioral to provide non-medical counseling to children of service members at military installations and related locations. You will partner with Child Development Centers and youth programs, delivering brief counseling, trainings, and parent guidance while maintaining confidentiality and following DoD/installation protocols.

The role requires a Master’s in Behavioral Health, an independent license, and the ability to