Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner (POTFF)

Maximus

11d•$59,100 - $124,100•Onsite

About The Position

Maximus is seeking a Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner (CEP) to support the development, implementation, and management of cognitive performance programs aligned with mission, unit, and occupation-specific requirements. The CEP will assess and train Special Operations Forces (SOF) personnel to develop cognitive and behavioral skills that support optimal performance in high-stress training and operational environments. This role involves providing evidence-based instruction and interventions in areas such as adaptive thinking, executive function, sleep, emotional regulation, goal setting, neurofeedback, brain mapping, and psychophysiological assessment to enhance focus, manage stress, and optimize performance. Candidates must be able to support operations at various locations including Dam Neck, VA; Eglin AFB, FL; Fort Benning, GA; Fort Bragg, NC; Fort Campbell, KY; Fort Carson, CO; Hawaii; Hunter AAF, GA; and Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. U.S. citizenship is required, and candidates must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. This position is contingent upon contract award, with work anticipated to begin in early 2027.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
Minimum of two years of related experience.
Current LCSW or LMSW with license valid in the state of practice is required.
Doctoral degree in Psychology, Human Performance, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Cognitive Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, Sport Sciences with a specialization in Sport Psychology, or a related degree with a performance psychology specialization.
Active, unrestricted LCSW or clinical neuropsychology license.
Minimum of three (3) or more years of post-doctoral experience within the past five (5) years, with demonstrable accumulated experience practicing performance psychology or a related field with military members, athletes, tactical populations, or individuals/groups requiring high levels of mental and physical performance.
Experience with, or willingness to receive training in, the interpretation of computerized neurocognitive testing.
Must be a U.S. Citizen per contract requirements.
Must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance as required for contract performance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Special Operations personnel is preferred.
Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) biofeedback certification may be required by the hiring unit.
BCIA neurofeedback certification may be required by the hiring unit.
International QEEG Certification Board (IQCB) certification may be required by the hiring unit.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of employees through cultivation of a high performance team.
Ensure adequate staff coverage for assigned program area.
Serve as subject matter expert for identified area of program knowledge.
Ensure assigned team is meeting contract and individual SLA's, and related requirements.
Work with contract management and shared services to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiencies.
May attend client and stakeholder meetings.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Serve as the unit’s senior CEP technical expert and advise leadership and stakeholders on all aspects of the CEP program.
Recommend CEP training priorities and work with unit personnel to expand and embed CEP initiatives into unit training.
Serve as the unit’s cognitive program manager, including identifying and recommending mission-specific cognitive priorities.
Develop appropriate training materials and techniques for individual, group-based, or embedded unit training events.
Establish and maintain relationships with unit leadership and training personnel to ensure continued use of cognitive personnel and training.
Advise unit leadership on matters related to cognitive performance and performance psychology.
Identify, track, and monitor unit-specific metrics to assess program effectiveness.
Train and educate active-duty personnel in cognitive and behavioral skills to enhance cognitive and psychological performance, including attention and concentration, problem solving, emotional regulation, energy management, memory enhancement, interpersonal skills, goal setting, and related compensatory mechanisms.
Lead individual, group, and/or embedded training sessions as requested by the unit.
Provide educational briefings to units and commands on the cognitive performance program, biofeedback, psychophysiology, sleep, self-regulation, attention, and other cognitive functions, as needed.
Provide executive coaching, if qualified, as directed by the POTFF Program Manager/Coordinator or Government Lead.
Provide biofeedback and/or neurofeedback training, as directed, to enhance cognitive/psychological performance and/or psychophysiology.
Support appropriate and approved research conducted under the supervision of the POTFF Program Manager/Coordinator or Government Lead, including psychophysiological, cognitive, and/or psychological performance research.
Document services offered in HP enterprise-wide platforms, including HPDMS or other systems, as directed by USSOCOM Directive 10-12.
Perform additional duties as assigned by local leadership, as documented and approved through local POTFF leadership.

Benefits

Work/life balance support with flexibility designed to meet your personal and professional needs.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription plans, a partially funded HSA, Life Insurance, and additional insurance discounts.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match.
PTO, paid holidays, extended sick leave, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Employee recognition programs that celebrate achievements and contributions.
Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Exclusive savings, special offers, and employee-only benefits.
Programs and tools designed to support overall health and wellness.
Training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities.
Maximus covers the costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.