Military Family Life School Counselor (Elementary School)

Job overview

Military Family Life School Counselor (Elementary School) in Barstow, CA. This is an onsite position with a 9-month school calendar. The pay range is $59,150.00 - $106,925.00 per year. Leidos is hiring licensed behavioral health professionals to support military families and children. This role provides non-medical counseling and support to military children and their families, focusing on preventive and solution-focused approaches to address challenges related to military life.

What you'll do

• Work at school(s) that are populated by military youth and teens.
• Observe, participate, and engage in activities with youth and/or teens; provide coaching, guidance, and support to staff and parents; and model behavior management techniques for staff and parents.
• Offer presentations to address social skills development and social emotional learning that is crucial for youth and teenage development.
• Promote creativity and positivity through approved materials.
• Build rapport with parents and families by attending installation and community events.
• Help with transition adjustments, such as a new school and a new home.
• Participate in regular in-service training or other contract activities as assigned.
• Communicate information regarding trends and issues at assigned installation to Team Leads.

What we're looking for

Education

Master's degree

Experience

Master's degree or higher in Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA/PhD); Licensure to practice at the independent practice level (LCSW, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist) in the state where you provide services; U.S. citizen; able to pass background check and NACI/CNACI clearance.

Skills & competencies

military family life counselor

elementary school

barstow ca

united states

full time

9-month school calendar

onsite

non-medical counseling

behavioral health

child and youth services

leidos

About the employer

Leidos is hiring for this role. Industry: Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors). Sector: 31.