Military Family Life Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Military Family Life Counselor at Leidos a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Clinical Psychology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Clinical Psychology 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.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Leidos lists compensation for this physician position at $59k to $107k annually.

This is approximately 13% below the national median for Clinical Psychology professionals, which is around $95k.

This position is based in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral health counseling, Solution-focused therapy, Crisis intervention, Case management, Public speaking, Behavior management, Relationship building, Clinical documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: Provide non-medical, solution-focused counseling and outreach to military service members and their families. Engage in face-to-face support, facilitate presentations, and assist with military life adjustments at the installation.

Benefits package: No Insurance to File, No Progress Notes Required, No Treatment Plans to Develop, iPad Provided, Paid Federal Holidays, Free Behavioral Healthcare Training, License Renewal Fee Reimbursement, 401k Retirement Plan. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.