Neuropsychologist (POTFF)

Maximus•Fayetteville, NC

1d•$59,100 - $124,100

About The Position

Maximus is seeking a Neuropsychologist to support its Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program. The role provides specialized clinical expertise to enhance the psychological health, cognitive performance, operational readiness, and long-term resilience of U.S. Special Operations Forces personnel and their families. The Neuropsychologist conducts comprehensive assessments, develops evidence-based treatment recommendations, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to research and program improvement initiatives. The position is pending contract award. U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain one as required for contract performance. Candidates residing in or near Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; Coronado, California; Fort Bragg, North Carolina; or Hurlburt Field, Florida are strongly preferred. The role includes supervising a team, ensuring adequate staff coverage and achievement of contract and individual service-level requirements, serving as a subject matter expert, and working with contract management and shared services to identify improvements and efficiencies. Clinical duties include neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation recommendations, consultation and education, research and program evaluation support, and accurate clinical documentation. The position may also involve client and stakeholder meetings and professional consultation or expert testimony in forensic or operational contexts. Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, or relevant experience; at least two years of related experience; a current LCSW or LMSW license valid in the state of practice; a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Neuropsychology, or a closely related field; and a current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia. Candidates must also have demonstrated experience in clinical neuropsychology, psychological testing, diagnostic assessment, and treatment planning, along with knowledge of applicable professional, ethical, privacy, and documentation standards and strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Maximus describes benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription, and partially funded HSA options; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave; an Employee Assistance Program; tuition reimbursement; employee discounts; wellness resources; career-development opportunities; and support for renewing required licenses and certifications. Compensation is listed as $59,100 to $124,100 annually.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
At least two years of related experience.
Current LCSW or LMSW license valid in the state of practice.
Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Neuropsychology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
Demonstrated experience in clinical neuropsychology, psychological testing, diagnostic assessment, and treatment planning.
Knowledge of professional, ethical, privacy, and documentation standards applicable to clinical practice and research.
Strong analytical, written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in clinical, research, and mission-focused environments while exercising sound professional judgment and attention to detail.
U.S. citizenship.
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance, or eligibility to obtain and maintain one as required for contract performance.

Nice To Haves

Advanced training or board certification in clinical neuropsychology.
Experience supporting military populations, Special Operations Forces, veterans, or other high-performance communities.
Experience evaluating and treating traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, trauma-related conditions, or complex neurocognitive presentations.
Experience collaborating within integrated medical and behavioral health teams.
Experience supporting clinical research, outcomes measurement, or program evaluation.
Residence in or near Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; Coronado, California; Fort Bragg, North Carolina; or Hurlburt Field, Florida.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of employees and cultivate a high-performance team.
Ensure adequate staff coverage for the assigned program area.
Serve as a subject matter expert for an identified area of program knowledge.
Ensure the assigned team meets contract and individual service-level agreements and related requirements.
Work with contract management and shared services to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
Attend client and stakeholder meetings as needed.
Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning in military personnel and eligible family members.
Evaluate and interpret traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other neurocognitive or behavioral health conditions.
Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation recommendations, including cognitive rehabilitation and psychotherapy interventions as appropriate.
Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, human performance, and operational professionals to coordinate integrated care and support mission readiness.
Provide consultation and education to patients, families, providers, and program stakeholders about neuropsychological findings and recommended interventions.
Support clinical research, data analysis, and program evaluation activities to advance understanding of brain-behavior relationships and improve program effectiveness.
Provide professional consultation or expert testimony in forensic or operational contexts as required.
Maintain complete and accurate clinical documentation consistent with professional standards, privacy requirements, ethical principles, and program procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans, plus a partially funded HSA.
Life insurance and discounts on auto, home, renters, and pet insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
PTO, paid holidays, extended sick leave, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program resources for physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Employee recognition platform.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts and perks.
Wellness programs and resources.
Training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities.
Coverage of costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.
Short- and long-term incentives and program-specific awards may be available.