Psychologist II - Clinical Supervisor (Remote)

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Psychologist II / Clinical Supervisor (Remote) to function as a staff member of the Project Life Force-SAFEGUARD team to perform duties as a practitioner and consultant in mental health solving problems of all complexity levels.

Project Summary: Recent research using machine learning statistical approaches suggests soldiers' responses to annual DoD Periodic Health Assessments can be used to predict suicide attempts and deaths with greater accuracy than standard suicide risk assessments. Using predictive models developed by this research, our team will identify soldiers at greatest risk for suicide, provide a targeted, group-based intervention to mitigate risk for suicide, and monitor subsequent effects of program implementation on suicide attempt and death rates within the Army. The intervention is informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Suicide Safety Planning, and VA's Project Life Force. Through each session, soldiers learn and apply behavioral skills to increase mental toughness and decrease their risk for suicide, including mindfulness, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills.

This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS).

The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) is one of the nation's oldest and most highly regarded, academic-based organizations dedicated to advancing trauma-informed knowledge, leadership and methodologies. The Center's work addresses a wide scope of trauma exposure from the consequences of combat, operations other than war, terrorism, natural and humanmade disasters, and public health threats as well as risk and protective factors associated with suicidal behaviors. CSTS is a part of our nation's federal medical school, Uniformed Services University (USU), and its Department of Psychiatry. These affiliations represent the Center's history, mission and future directions as a major contributor to our country's understanding of the impact of trauma and the advancement of trauma-informed care. Learn more about the CSTS.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Note: This site requires that the incumbent has lived in the US for three out of the past five years.

This position has an expected duration of 18 months, though there may be possibility for extension.

• Oversees provision of virtual group psychotherapy by supervising providers, reviewing session recordings for adherence, and troubleshooting implementation barriers
• Provides as-needed crisis intervention and care coordination for participants at high acute risk for suicide
• Leads weekly multidisciplinary team meetings
• Maintains research and clinical documentation
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role

Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide virtual group-based psychoeducation.
• Competence and comfort in providing care to persons at elevated risk for suicide
• Ability to provide clinical supervision to junior colleagues
• Familiarity with Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills delivery preferred
• Familiarity providing care to military personnel (including active duty, reservists, and/or veterans) and in military contexts preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must have active license for at least 2 years.

Work Environment

• This position will take place in a remote setting.

Compensation

• The annual pay range for this position is $88,600-$125,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.