Demand for behavioral health professionals keeps growing, and few settings need them more than military healthcare. Service members and their families face deployments, relocations, and the pressure of mission readiness. Behavioral health clinicians help them stay healthy, resilient, and ready.
If you are a licensed clinical social worker, psychologist, counselor, or behavioral health technician looking for meaningful work, this guide explains the roles available in military and federal healthcare, what they pay, and how to get hired.
Behavioral Health Roles in Military Healthcare
The Arora Group places a wide range of behavioral health professionals, including clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), medical social workers, and psychiatric technicians. Arora team members also work as licensed clinical social workers, behavioral health care facilitators, and operational psychologists, as shared on The Arora Group’s healthcare job placement page.
Arora also supports Human Performance Optimization programs for Special Operations Forces, providing sports psychologists and other professionals to Marine Special Operations Command, the 57th Rescue Squadron at Aviano Air Base in Italy, and Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal forces.
Behavioral Health Salary Expectations Nationwide
Recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data (May 2025):
Pay for contract roles at federal facilities depends on the contract, location, and level of licensure.
Why Behavioral Health Clinicians Choose Military Healthcare
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A clear mission: helping service members and their families cope with the unique stresses of military life.
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Meaningful clinical variety: trauma, readiness, family support, substance use, and performance psychology.
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Team-based care: behavioral health is integrated with primary care and specialty teams.
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Recognition: in 2024, an Arora Group psychologist was named National Staffing Employee of the Year.
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Locations nationwide and overseas: The Arora Group supports more than 80 CONUS and OCONUS locations through its Defense Health Agency program.
For background on the field, see Meeting the Needs of America’s Service Members: A Look at the Importance of Psychology and Supporting American Heroes and Their Families with Social Work.
How to Apply for Behavioral Health Roles in Military Healthcare
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Hold an active, unrestricted license (LCSW, LPC, or psychologist license, depending on the role).
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Gather your documents early: license, degrees, certifications, and work history.
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Prepare for credentialing and a background investigation. Read Security Clearance and MTF Privileging: What Clinicians Need to Know Before Applying.
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Work with a specialized recruiter. A recruiter who focuses on government healthcare knows which facilities are hiring and what each contract requires.
One Arora LCSW described the onboarding process as lengthy but said the training made it worthwhile, according to The Arora Group’s Gold Seal of Approval page. Knowing that ahead of time helps you plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find behavioral health jobs nationwide?
Military treatment facilities and federal programs across the U.S. and overseas hire behavioral health professionals. The Arora Group recruits for these roles nationwide.
What are salary expectations for clinical social workers?
The BLS median for social workers was $61,780 in May 2025. Licensed clinical roles and specialized settings may pay more.
Are there remote behavioral health jobs in government healthcare?
Some roles offer telehealth or remote components, but many military behavioral health positions are on-site. Read Remote Opportunities in Government Healthcare for more.
Do I need military experience?
No. Civilian clinicians work alongside military personnel in many behavioral health programs.
Find Your Next Behavioral Health Role
Contact The Arora Group or call (301) 947-1400 to explore behavioral health opportunities supporting service members and their families.