Military and Family Life Counselor - New Orleans - As-Needed
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Leidos as a Military Family Life Counselor – As-Needed, $28-50/hr in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- medical counseling services.
Requirements
- Requirements: A master’s degree or higher in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA/PhD).
- The candidate must hold a valid independent license in the mental health field from any US state or territory (LCSW, MFT, LPCC, Psychologist).
- citizenship is required.
- Must be able to pass a basic background check for employment, a Child National Agency Check, and Inquiries (NACI/CNACI) clearance, commonly called a Public Trust clearance.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $28 - $50/hr
- 401(k) with employer match.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Contract position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Leidos in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Military and Family Life Counselor - New Orleans - As-Needed at Leidos a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Military Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Military Counseling — Physician Career Context
This Military Counseling position at Leidos is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $50000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($50k–$50k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Counseling, Behavioral Health, Non-medical Counseling, Consultation, Outreach, Solution-Focused Approaches, Adult Counseling, Child and Youth Behavioral Counseling. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Military Counseling role.
Core responsibilities: Counselors will provide face-to-face non-medical counseling services to military service members and their families, addressing issues like relationships, stress management, and deployment challenges. Responsibilities also include recommending appropriate referrals and offering presentations on soci...
Benefits package: Unlimited free CEUs, Reimbursement for license renewal fees, Eligibility for 401k retirement plan, Referral incentives, Health and wellness programs, Employee discount program. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Job Details
Employment Type
Contract
Posted
11d ago