Interdisciplinary (Non-Medical Clinical Counselor)
Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia
Salary
$101K–$115K/yr
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
9/4/2025
Job Description
Summary
Counsel military families on mental health and family violence, offering therapeutic interventions and crucial support services.
### Military Family Counselor
Join our team dedicated to supporting the military community by providing essential counseling and support services. This role requires a deep understanding of military life's unique challenges and the ability to apply a range of therapeutic interventions.
- *Responsibilities:**
- Provide counseling and support services using diverse therapeutic approaches (e.g., client-centered, family systems, solution-focused).
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, identifying mental disorders (DSM-IV), and evaluating risks such as suicidal/homicidal ideation and substance abuse.
- Develop, adapt, and deliver programs tailored to the evolving needs of active-duty military personnel and their families.
- Address family violence, including conducting risk assessments, developing safety plans, and implementing treatment for both victims and offenders.
- Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, presenting sensitive information clearly and concisely.
- Collaborate effectively with law enforcement, Child Protective Services, medical facilities, and military commands.
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary case review committees and contribute to case discussions.
- Prepare precise written documentation, including psycho-social assessments, treatment plans, case memos, and reports.
- Develop and deliver impactful presentations and briefings.
- *Qualifications:**
- In-depth knowledge of the military lifestyle and its specific demands on individuals and families.
- Proficiency in applying various counseling methodologies and diagnostic skills for mental disorders.
- Expertise in family violence dynamics, identification, and treatment principles.
- Strong ability to recognize, define, and independently solve personal and social problems.
- Exceptional oral communication skills for interviews, presentations, and group facilitation.
- Superior written communication skills for comprehensive documentation and reporting.
- Familiarity with group dynamics, family systems, substance abuse, and human behavior.
- Competence in using computers and various software for presentations and work assignments.
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