Title:
Special Operations Psychometrist (58 SOW/Kirtland AFB, NM)
We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.
We are seeking a stellar Psychometrist who will perform assigned assessment procedures under the direct supervision of a credentialed privileged psychologist, operational psychologist, or neuropsychologist. At KBR we maintain a highly qualified workforce to help care for service people and astronauts – Could this be you?
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Utilize therapeutic assessment and interview skills to elicit accurate and concise account of the patient’s condition.
- Screen patients to determine presenting problems and priority of appointment.
- Perform basic assessment procedures, including initial screening evaluation and standardized neuropsychological, intelligence, and personality testing.
- Conduct Assessment and Selection in large group settings as well as on an individual basis.
- Assist credentialed providers with identifying mental health diagnosis and treatment strategies, as well as providing patient education.
- Understand suitability requirements for the different units across the SOCOM enterprise.
- Assist in providing specialized treatment and rehabilitation of brain injured and mental health patients.
- Observe, monitor, report, and record patient interaction during assessment sessions.
- Institute precautionary measures to prevent patient injuries due to suicide, homicide, or elopement.
- Coordinate with other military agencies and MTFs regarding specialized care, treatment, and administrative functions.
- Contact military or community agencies to obtain collateral information.
- Explain and interpret neuropsychological services and procedures to access care to patients and commands.
- Assist in or arrange for patient referral to other facilities for alternate level of care.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience:
- This position requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status.
- Must have a Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- This position requires a bachelor’s degree from a formal program in psychology, sociology, or in a behavioral science related field from an accredited college or university.
- Must be certified by the Board of Certified Psychometrists (BCP); this may be waived if the candidate has one (1) full year of full-time experience under the supervision of an operational psychologist.
- This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of full-time work experience during the preceding three (3) years in the performance of psychological and/or neuropsychological testing and test scoring.
Required Skills/Training:
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Must have current certification on Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) as certified by the American Heart Association; front and back documentation of such training is required upon hire for credentialing.
Standard Company Requirements:
- Must comply with Safety, Health and Environmental plan, policies and procedures.
- Must comply with the Quality Assurance plan, policies and procedures.
- Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance.
- Responsible for completing all required training.
- Perform other assignments and duties, as required.
Desired Education, Experience, Skills or Training:
- Previous military background/experience.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together.
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INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.
These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
