Licensed Clinical Psychologist

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at First Responders Wellness Center (FRWC), you will deliver mental health testing and clinical services to first responders, veterans, and their spouses. The First Responders Wellness Center is a mission-driven practice serving public safety personnel exclusively, staffed by clinicians who understand first responder culture firsthand. About the Role This role centers on two priorities: specialized psychological evaluations and trauma-focused clinical therapy. Responsibilities Specialized Evaluations & Testing Conduct pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety candidates. Conduct Fitness for Duty Evaluations (FFDE). Trauma-Focused Clinical Therapy Provide individual and/or couples therapy using evidence-based, trauma-focused modalities (CBT, CPT, DBT, EMDR). Apply a working understanding of trauma's impact on the brain and the diagnosis of PTSD to case formulation. Assess and diagnose clients to develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans. Participate in a minimum of one hour per week of case consultation and didactics with FRWC staff. Qualifications Education Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program. Licensure Active, unrestricted Illinois license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist, required at hire. Experience Demonstrated experience conducting psychological assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and pre-employment or fitness-for-duty style testing. Experience providing trauma-focused individual and/or couples therapy. Specialized Knowledge Working knowledge of PTSD diagnostic criteria and the neurobiological impact of trauma. Familiarity with Illinois FOID Card mental health certification requirements. Required Skills Trauma-informed, culturally competent care tailored to first responder and veteran populations. Proficiency in forensic-adjacent assessment methodology and clinical report writing (FFDE, FOID). Ability to build rapport with a trust-guarded clientele and communicate clinical findings clearly. Pay range and compensation package Salary range $90,000-$140,000 based on caseload and experience #J-18808-Ljbffr