Counselor – Military Support

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc.

. Receive command and non-command referrals and make introductory contact with referred Sailors .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and case management for Sailors, utilizing the Columbia Suicide Severity Risk Scale and Veterans Affairs Safety Plan. Proficient in telehealth services and maintaining compliance with clinical documentation standards.

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Master’s Degree In Counseling, Social Work, Or Marriage And Family TherapyCurrent Clinical License (LCSW, LMFT, LCP, LPC, LCPC, LMHC)2+ Years Experience Providing Case ManagementCrisis Management With Suicidal ClientsTelehealth Clinical Services Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical AssessmentCrisis InterventionCase ManagementSuicidality Risk AssessmentSafety PlanningDocumentation RequirementsTelehealth Services

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsTime-Management SkillsEffective CommunicationAbility To Work Under StressCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteFFSMIS SAIL Record System

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Clinical LicenseCurrent Clinical Credentials

Industry Keywords

SAIL ProgramDoDI 6490.08Military Treatment FacilityBehavioral HealthFamily Advocacy Representatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Receive command and non-command referrals and make introductory contact with referred Sailors
Provide information about the SAIL program
Conduct initial clinical assessments and ongoing risk assessments using the Columbia Suicide Severity Risk Scale (C-SSRS)
Provide ongoing safety planning using the Veterans Affairs Safety Plan
Collaborate with Sailor commands and provide routine updates regarding risk, safety, and recovery progress in accordance with DoDI 6490.08
Provide clinical case management according to SAIL protocols and procedures
Connect enrolled Sailors with behavioral health providers and supportive resources
Document referral information for Sailors who decline or cannot be contacted in the FFSMIS SAIL Record System
Alert commands when SAIL services conclude and advise on procedures if suicide-related risk returns
Report suspected child abuse and domestic abuse/violence to appropriate civilian authorities and Family Advocacy Representatives
Provide warm handoffs for restricted domestic abuse and sexual assault reports
Coordinate initial evaluations by qualified Military Treatment Facility/Emergency Department staff after suicide-related behavior or ideation
Collaborate with behavioral health and other service providers when authorized by a release of information
Participate in quarterly site/regional quality-assurance procedures
Document and maintain current records for all SAIL contacts, assessments, and case-management services
Intervene in crisis situations using professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense
Maintain case documentation in accordance with applicable policies, laws, and instructions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy from the specified accredited programs, or doctoral degree in clinical/counseling psychology plus a one-year APA-accredited clinical internship
Current, valid, unrestricted clinical license or certification authorizing independent clinical practice: LCSW, LMFT, LCP, LPC, LCPC, or LMHC
Maintain current clinical credentials and privileges throughout the assignment
Minimum of two years of full-time, post-master’s supervised clinical experience
Meet or exceed Tier II clinical practitioner requirements
Demonstrate current clinical competence through periodic direct-service clinical experience during the two years preceding hire
2+ years’ experience providing case management to clinical clients
1+ year experience providing clinical services on a telehealth platform
Minimum of 6 months’ experience managing crises with suicidal clients and implementing safety plans
Minimum of 6 months’ experience assessing suicidality risk
Knowledge of standard documentation requirements for clinical services
Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Proficiency in oral and written communication
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and office software
Dedicated professional workspace that is secure, private, suitable for telehealth clinical services, and free of distractions or personal commitments during the workday
Physically located within a reasonable commuting distance of a military installation
Ability to work core business hours of the assigned area and flex hours during surge or crisis
U.S. Citizenship
Valid driver’s license, transportation, and auto insurance
Access to U.S. Government facilities and systems
Ability to meet professional and ethical standards of the applicable discipline or licensing board
Preferred: local residence in the assigned area, military-community short-term counseling experience, knowledge of military and community referral resources, and ability to communicate directly with Command Leadership

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote telework from contractor-approved locations
Ability to work remotely from any location, subject to required working hours and commuting-area requirements
Potential surge support and crisis travel opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities