Job Summary

Leads national behavioral health programs and initiatives, including suicide prevention, trauma-informed care, training, mortality reviews, suicide autopsy investigations, external hospital partnerships, clinical consultation, and oversight of BHCCs. Requires advanced clinical licensure, significant post-licensure and supervisory experience. This position is only open to current USPHS officers. USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.

Job Description

COMPETENCIES: Superior oral/written communication skills. Strong behavioral health clinical acumen Leadership skills Active Listening skills Reading Comprehension Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills Demonstrates strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrates Integrity/Honesty Cultural Competency PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position is considered a hazardous duty assignment. Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance. Required to walk briskly/jog up to quarter mile. Required to perform CPR/emergency care while standing or kneeling. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detained non-citizens or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, pulling, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more oneself to safety) Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary. Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing. Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time [6-8 hours]. Must perform the duties of job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.