Clinical Psychologist

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to enlist in the JDF as a Professional Entry Officer to the following position: Clinical Psychologist.

Nationality

Must be a citizen if Jamaica or the Commonwealth.

Requirements

• Doctor or Clinical Psychology degree from an accredited tertiary institution;
• A minimum of five (5) years post training experience in the field;
• Registered with the Council of Professionals Allied to Medicine.

Core competencies

• Ability to assess, diagnose and evaluate nature and severity of mental and psychological disorders;
• Interviewing and psychological evaluation skills;
• Ability to conduct clinical psychological diagnostic testing and interpret findings;
• Ability to provide psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT);
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques;
• Ability to conduct clinical case conferences;
• Ability to produce clinical scientific reports;
• Ability to establish and maintain clients clinical records confidentially and in accordance with established regulations and practices;
• Ability to conduct seminars and developmental engagements;
• Ability to conduct clinical research.

Duties and responsibilities

• Overseeing and maintaining the mental health and wellness as well as counseling to our service members and their dependents (Spouse and children);
• Conduct psychological assessments of clients;
• Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioural disorders;
• Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes;
• Provide crisis intervention as necessary;
• Formulate, implement and evaluate a range of psychological therapeutic treatment plans specific to the needs of clients;
• Monitor client progress and review treatment plan as necessary;
• Make referrals as necessary;
• Engage in research.

Attitude

• Must demonstrate the aptitude and desire to assimilate into military life.

Military standards

• In addition to the academic qualification and competencies, candidate must be able to pass the assessment requirements for enlistment in the JDF.

Note

Applications and resumes are to be submitted no later than October 15, 2021 (see contact information below).

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact

SO1 J1 (Personnel and Administration)

Headquarters

Jamaica Defence Force

Up Park Camp

Kingston 5.

 

Telephone: (876) 926-8121-9 Ext. 2007 OR  (876) 833-7481

Email: pesm.application@jdf.mil.jm

Base Salary: Undisclosed