Supervisor - Military Family Life Counseling (AZ)

This position is remote however it is STRONGLY PREFERRED that the Supervisor resides WITHIN 50-60 MILES OF Yuma, AZ.

Military and Family Life Counseling (MFLC) Supervisors are responsible for directly supervising the performance and service delivery of an assigned group of MFLC Counselors. MFLC Supervisors are generally located within, or adjacent to, the local area of the MFLCs they supervise. MFLC Supervisors may be geographically separated from the Regional Managers to whom they report.

Our staff provides Non-medical counseling (NMC) services and additional outreach services through a single DoD maintained and operated MFLC program. The standard MFLC counseling approach is psycho-educational in nature, tailored to unique military environments, and helps participants learn to anticipate and resolve unique challenges associated with military life. These services aid in the prevention or reduction of the effects of stressors that may detract from military and family readiness.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervises a dedicated team of MFLC counselors; assisting in the hiring process, delegating work assignments, evaluating performance, approving time and attendance, setting performance objectives, and addressing employee issues.

• Works directly with Installation POCs to ensure efficient and effective service delivery and issue resolution.

• Coordinates new MFLC on-boarding and in-processing.

• Facilitate on-demand and surge requirements in their team area.

• Monitors and assures MFLC service delivery per contract requirements.

• Mentors MFLCs to optimize performance, continue growth and development, and ensure professional standards are maintained

• Responsible for ensuring MFLCs compliance with government, corporate, and professional licensing/certification training requirements.

• Follows up with MFLCs to ensure correct delivery of approved training materials.

• Prepares reports and provides written and oral briefings to management and local/installation government representatives as required.

• Provides face-to-face confidential NMC and NMC outreach services and supports Rotational MFLCs, On-demand MFLCs, and Surge MFLCs.

Required Qualifications:

• MUST HAVE A MINIMUM of Three (3) years POST-license management or supervisory responsibilities in a clinical-type setting.

• The candidate MUST hold a valid independent license in the mental health field from any US state or territory (LCSW, MHC, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist).

• MUST hold a Master’s degree from an accredited graduate program in a mental health-related field such as social work, psychology, marriage/family therapy, or counseling.

• Willing to meet the local requirements for in-person installation visits without adding program cost.

• Ability to understand, apply, and maintain professional standards

• Proven leadership skills and ability.

• ​Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Highly developed written, oral, and presentation communication skills.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MFLC experience is strongly preferred/desired.

• An understanding of the military lifestyle and working with military family members

• Working knowledge of military, state, federal, and local laws and resources

Leidos is a leader in providing Human Performance and Behavioral Health support to the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Veterans Administration. We have a reputation as one of the most outstanding providers of both clinical and non-clinical professionals in support of our military and military families across the globe.

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.