Personal Financial Counselor, Assignment Ready Counselor, PFC-Mississippi

Personal Financial Counselor (Assignment Ready Counselor) – Grade 24 Responsibilities Provide short‑term, surge, and on‑demand personal financial counseling services to military service members and their families at military installations. Offer one‑on‑one counseling, conduct briefings and presentations, and provide referral resources outside the counseling session. Consult with commanders, other providers, or staff to ensure program scope and meet installation needs. Assist service members in establishing a spending plan for extended absences. Develop and distribute informational financial materials to service members and families. Coordinate, publicize, and deliver a wide variety of Personal Financial Management classes/workshops covering topics across the military lifecycle (e.g., arrival at first duty station, pre‑ and post‑deployment, personal and career events). Respond to requests for age‑appropriate classes or seminars. Conduct virtual counseling and other electronic modes of communication (web‑based, secure online chat, video‑based communications) when authorized by the OSD FINRED Program office. Manage duty‑to‑warn situations in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) protocol. Communicate with leadership and participate in regular supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations. Participate in regular in‑services/training, quality improvement committees, or other contract activities as assigned. Perform any additional duties as required to support the program. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required (associate degree plus 4 years of experience or high school diploma plus 6 years of experience may be considered). Minimum 3 years of financial counseling experience. U.S. citizenship and fluent English required. Bilingual in English and Spanish may be required by contract. Ability to obtain a favorably adjudicated Tier2 investigation. Completion of the Congressionally Mandated Disclosures for Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) process. Certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), or Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC). Valid driver’s license preferred. Education and Work Experience Bachelor’s level education or equivalent combination of education and work experience (as outlined in qualifications). Licenses and Certifications Required: AFC, CFP, or ChFC. Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $58,440 – $93,500 (may vary by location and based on experience). Position may be eligible for short‑term incentives and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, voluntary, and other benefits that support overall well‑being. Equal Opportunity Employer Magellan Health, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a tobacco‑free workplace. We comply with applicable federal labor and employment law posting requirements. We strongly value professional growth, total health and wellness, rewards and recognition, and employee unity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Magellan Health