Organizational Psychologist studies and assesses the organizations workforce, management, culture, business objectives, and challenges using psychological principles and research methods. Designs and develops programs and tools that will be appropriate for the needs of the organization and which will assist employees and management to better achieve desired goals. Being an Organizational Psychologist utilizes various methods including employee surveys, focus groups, skill assessments, performance appraisals, and other feedback mechanisms to assist management in identifying issues and driving improvements. Creates solutions and programs that may be focused on employee selection, job training, leadership training, workplace and family issues, and change management. Additionally, Organizational Psychologist requires a master's degree in industrial/organizational psychology. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Organizational Psychologist works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be an Organizational Psychologist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
***Suicide Prevention Psychologist Opportunity***
Are you interested in joining a close-knit team that values hard work and connectedness while caring for Veterans at high risk for suicide?
Position Details:
The Ralph H Johnson Suicide Prevention team is recruiting a Clinical Psychologist for a GS13 Suicide Prevention Coordinator position based in Charleston, SC.
This is a great way to utilize your full range of skills as a clinical psychologist. Day to day tasks vary considerably but may include: assessment of and risk mitigation for Veterans at high risk for suicide, case consultation with providers and staff as subject matter expert in suicide prevention, responding to referrals from the Veterans Crisis Line, suicide prevention training and education for staff and community partners, postvention support follow suicide death, quality improvement projects, and suicide prevention outreach events at the facility and in the community.
An ideal applicant would value caring for Veterans at high risk for suicide, would have strong communication and interpersonal skills, would work well on a dynamic team, would be flexible and able to juggle multiple competing demands, and would be confident in high intensity situations.
About this facility/locality:
Ralph H. Johnson VA can be found in beautiful downtown Charleston. With its rich history, vibrant culture, idyllic coastal location, exquisitely preserved architecture, and celebrated dining selections, Charleston is one of America’s best loved destinations. Settled alongside the Ashley rivers and Atlantic Ocean, Charleston has a subtropical climate with mild winters and warm, sunny summers. Charleston proper is surrounded by communities and neighborhoods that extend beyond the historic peninsula. The barrier islands, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, North Charleston, and Summerville are within a 20-mile distance of downtown Charleston. The Charleston Airport is just 15 minutes west of downtown, making business or family trips convenient.
More about this opportunity:
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Up to 80% Telework Authorized (This is not a virtual position)
Federal Employee Retirement Benefits
Federal Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits
Education Debt Repayment