Magellan Health
Military and Family Life Counselor - School
Magellan Health, Milton, Florida, United States, 32570
Military and Family Life Counselor - School
This position is in support of schools affiliated with NAS Whiting Field, Florida. Candidates must be local to Whiting Field and be licensed at the independent level as a Mental Health Counselor (LPC or LMHC), Therapist (LMFT), Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent independent licensure. This position has the primary responsibility of providing the full breadth of Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) counseling services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations and off military installations. These services may include non-medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel, schools, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB School counselors will be assigned to Department of Defense (DoDEA) schools and community schools and will need to have experience working in a school setting to qualify for a school position. CYB School counselors will also be assigned to youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. The counselors work closely with the installation and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to assure that the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation and the schools. Responsibilities include: Providing non-medical, short-term, solution focused, counseling directly to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned primary and secondary locations. Supporting the staff and personnel of DoDEA, community schools, summer camps, and providing parent training and guidance. Providing training and health and wellness presentations, participating in health fairs and other base/installation activities focused on children and youth. Entering counselor activity data daily through smart phone, or web application, to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation while maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of service/family member. Establishing and maintaining working relationships with community resources focused on children and youth and providing appropriate linkages. Partnering with POC to provide CYB services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation/facility. Managing duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to DoD protocol. Communicating with Regional Supervisor and participating in regular individual and group supervision. Responding to critical incidents and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. Participating in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees, initiatives, studies, pilot programs other contract activities as assigned/appropriate as directed by the customer and/or Magellan. All other duties as assigned. Other job requirements include: 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 that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner. A minimum two years of post-licensure clinical experience. Demonstrate intermediate-level competencies in technology and software. Ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned. Ability to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting. Ability to prove US Citizenship and must be fluent in English. Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for service members and their families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Pass a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) Clearance, and an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal Background Check, and FBI Fingerprints Check. Vehicle Operator's License Requirement. Must meet the Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology. School assigned counselors must have past work experience in a school setting to qualify for assignment. Salary Minimum: $59,922 Salary Maximum: $100,280 This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.
This position is in support of schools affiliated with NAS Whiting Field, Florida. Candidates must be local to Whiting Field and be licensed at the independent level as a Mental Health Counselor (LPC or LMHC), Therapist (LMFT), Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent independent licensure. This position has the primary responsibility of providing the full breadth of Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) counseling services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations and off military installations. These services may include non-medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel, schools, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB School counselors will be assigned to Department of Defense (DoDEA) schools and community schools and will need to have experience working in a school setting to qualify for a school position. CYB School counselors will also be assigned to youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. The counselors work closely with the installation and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to assure that the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation and the schools. Responsibilities include: Providing non-medical, short-term, solution focused, counseling directly to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned primary and secondary locations. Supporting the staff and personnel of DoDEA, community schools, summer camps, and providing parent training and guidance. Providing training and health and wellness presentations, participating in health fairs and other base/installation activities focused on children and youth. Entering counselor activity data daily through smart phone, or web application, to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation while maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of service/family member. Establishing and maintaining working relationships with community resources focused on children and youth and providing appropriate linkages. Partnering with POC to provide CYB services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation/facility. Managing duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to DoD protocol. Communicating with Regional Supervisor and participating in regular individual and group supervision. Responding to critical incidents and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. Participating in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees, initiatives, studies, pilot programs other contract activities as assigned/appropriate as directed by the customer and/or Magellan. All other duties as assigned. Other job requirements include: 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 that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner. A minimum two years of post-licensure clinical experience. Demonstrate intermediate-level competencies in technology and software. Ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned. Ability to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting. Ability to prove US Citizenship and must be fluent in English. Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for service members and their families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Pass a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) Clearance, and an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal Background Check, and FBI Fingerprints Check. Vehicle Operator's License Requirement. Must meet the Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology. School assigned counselors must have past work experience in a school setting to qualify for assignment. Salary Minimum: $59,922 Salary Maximum: $100,280 This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.