How can I avoid UCMJ action for patterns of misconduct, and request a rehabilitative transfer?

Sorry, but GRUMPY is correct here. From the sounds of it, you are a prime example of why I think it is crazy how fast the army promotes people. If it's one thing a good NCO learns is time management; not excuses. You are not in the states in garrison anymore. You are in a war zone. With that, the rules are more serious and for good reason. You are very lucky to just get counseling. As an NCO, you are held responsible for a lot of things you don't even know about. You are not being torn down. You are being corrected. If you don't see what you did was wrong, you have no business being an NCO. Additionally, what others get away with is not your concern. The fact is, you were sleep on duty and you were away from your place of duty for personal reasons. If you can't hold up your end of the log, don't pick it up. You have found out that you are not superman....the hard way. You've only been in theater for 2 weeks and probably still suffering from jet lag which why they probably put you on the shift you are on...to adjust. However, bad things can happen at night and YOU as the NCO are responsible. The fact that your troops knew where you are or are covering for you doesn't cut it. Why aren't these troops helping you with your paperwork? Why aren't you mentoring them to help you so they can become team leaders too. Not to be harsh, but you are finding out what happens when you try to be an "Army of one". Use this as a learning experience or do not re-enlist. Afterall, that IS what UCMJ action is supposed to be...a teaching tool; not punishment. Do some more homework on that. BTW, if you do get what you want, you will just be putting someone else in your place that may or may not be able to handle it or doesn't want to deploy away from their family as well.