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School Counselor

Federal Guardian
Groton, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026

Job Overview
Federal Guardian is seeking Licensed Counselors and Social Workers to join our team in support of the DoD Military and Family Life - Child and Youth Counseling Program (MFLC CYB) in the vicinity of the Naval Submarine Base in New London, Connecticut. This is a salaried position that offers competitive pay and benefits. Posted salary range is based on an annual full-time work schedule, which is prorated for counselors working on school schedules with summers off.

The primary objective of this role is to provide ongoing non-medical counseling services to the school-aged children of local Military Members and their Families. These services include non-medical counseling, training, and health and wellness presentations, and consultation with military families and installation command staff regarding behavioral issues affecting children and youth. CYB Counselors are assigned to local schools and, therefore, should have some experience working in a school in order to qualify for CYB positions.

Additionally, CYB Counselors may also be assigned to youth programs, summer camps, and other specialty assignments.

Experience and Educational Requirements

  • A Master’s degree in the Behavioral Health Professions (MS/MSW/MA)
  • CT or RI State Licensure at the independent practice level (LCSW, LISW, LMFT, LPC, LCPC, LMHC)
  • No Minimum Post-Licensure Clinical Experience Required, however 2-5 years of post-master’s supervised clinical experience is strongly preferred
  • School based Counselors must demonstrate past experience working in a school setting or other Child/Youth Services setting
  • Must be a U.S. citizen

We are actively interviewing candidates for this role and encourage all qualified (Licensed in CT or RI) Counselors and Social Workers with requisite experience and interests 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute (or relocate prior to start date):

  • Groton, CT 06340

Work Setting: Office / In person

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000

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