Military Family Life Counselor

We are seeking Licensed Counselors and Social Workers to join our team in support of the Military & Family Life Counseling (MFLC) Program on the Naval Submarine Base in Groton, Connecticut. This is a full-time salaried position that offers competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

The primary objective of this role is to provide ongoing non-medical counseling services to military service members and their families.

These services include non-medical, short-term, confidential walk-around counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, provision of health fairs, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues.

Works 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.

Required Experience and Education

• Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA)
• Valid, unrestricted CT, MA, or RI State Licensure at the independent practice level (LCSW, LISW, LMFT, LPC, LCPC, LMHC)
• Minimum of 3+ years Post-Licensure Clinical Experience required

Understanding, sensitivity, and empathy for military service members and their families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Must be a U.S. citizen

Pass a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) Clearance and an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal History Background Check, FBI Fingerprints Check, and drug screening.

We are actively interviewing candidates for this role and encourage all qualified Counselors and Social Workers to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Starting Salary: $70,000 - $90,000

Benefits

• Health / Dental / Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off + Federal Holidays off
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work Location: Office setting

Federal Guardian, LLC is a merit-based employer and a tobacco-free workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (Vet/Disabled). We make all employment decisions based solely on individual qualifications, technical skills, and performance.

Every employee must understand, comply with, and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position, as well as all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements, including the 2026 standards for merit-based hiring and all internal policies and procedures.

*The listed salary range reflects Federal Guardian’s good-faith estimate for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be based on job-related, merit-based factors, including experience, qualifications, licensure, demonstrated skills, role requirements, and budget.

**Employment, engagement, or assignment with Federal Guardian is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and may be subject to credentialing, security, drug screening, and other customer, contract, or legal requirements, as permitted by applicable law.