MFLC Counselor Short Term or As Needed Coverage - Fort Huachuca, AZ

Leidos Inc; Sierra Vista (AZ); Hybrid; USD 59,150 - 106,925; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free and unlimited behavioral healthcare training

Paid federal holidays

Reimbursement for license renewal fees

401(k) retirement plan eligibility

Job summary

Leidos Inc is seeking licensed behavioral health professionals to join the Military and Family Life Counselor program in Sierra Vista, AZ. This role involves providing non-medical counseling support to military service members and families, focusing on preventive care.

Successful candidates will hold a valid mental health license and a master’s degree. The position offers flexibility in shifts and travel possibilities while ensuring vital emotional support during military life adjustments.

Qualifications

• Valid independent license in the mental health field.
• U.S. citizen with ability to pass background checks.
• Flexible to pick up shifts locally and travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face counseling to military families.
• Support military-connected students and staff.
• Help children adjust to new schools and homes.
• Participate in regular training.

Skills

Counseling

Mental Health Assessment

Crisis Intervention

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Behavioral Health Professions

Tools

iPad for digital reporting

Job description

Description

Leidos is hiring licensed behavioral health professionals to join our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) program as Mission Ready Reserve counselors to support Fort Huachuca, AZ. Join the mission to support U.S. military service members and their families as they work through important military life adjustments while serving their country. The Military and Family Life Counselor Mission Ready Reserve (MRR) position offers a unique opportunity to serve a vital role, providing non‑medical support—counseling, consultation, and outreach—to our nation's military children and families. Non‑medical counseling is preventive in nature and aims to address and provide solution‑focused approaches to issues before they become greater challenges.

This posting is for our Mission Ready Reserve team. Candidates must be flexible to pick up shifts locally with potential to travel for short‑term coverage. These roles are as needed, with durations ranging from 2‑3 months or 6‑9 months.

Responsibilities

• Face‑to‑face counseling to military service members and their families (individual, couples, family, and children).
• Visibility at assignment, supporting military‑connected students, parents, and staff.
• Recommending appropriate referrals and handoffs to military and community resources based on clinical skills.
• Offering presentations to address social skills development and social‑emotional learning critical for childhood development.
• Promoting creativity and positivity through approved materials.
• Building rapport with service members, spouses, and children by attending installation and community events.
• Helping children adjust to new schools and homes.
• Participating in regular in‑service training or other contract activities as assigned.
• Communicating information regarding trends and issues at the assigned installation to Team Leads.

Additional Duties

• Responding to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation.
• Traversing long distances to indoor and outdoor locations, including rugged terrain and uneven surfaces, in varying weather.
• Traveling to locations outside of a military base in diverse physical environments.
• Complying with site‑specific requirements to work at designated locations.

Benefits

• No insurance filing required.
• No progress notes required.
• No treatment plans to develop.
• iPad provided for digital reporting, with no personal health information handling.
• Paid federal holidays.
• Free and unlimited behavioral healthcare training.
• Reimbursement for job‑related license renewal fees.
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Centralized support through a Counseling Center of Excellence with best practices and expert speakers.

Minimum Requirements

• A master’s degree or higher in Behavioral Health Professions (MS, MSW, MA, PhD).
• Valid independent license in the mental health field from any U.S. state or territory (LCSW, MHC, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist).
• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to pass a basic background check, Child National Agency Check, and Public Trust clearance.

Licensure Portability

Under the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), licensed Military and Family Life Counselors may provide non‑medical counseling services to military families at any U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or U.S. territories, regardless of the state where the counselor is licensed. Within the MFLC program, any independent and clinical license recognized by the Secretary of Defense for non‑medical counseling services is acceptable.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos also considers applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay Range

$59,150 – $106,925 for the job level. Pay is a general guideline and may vary by responsibilities, experience, and other factors.