Operational Psychologist - Overseas, Tactical Setting

Operational Psychologist

Location: Aviano Air Base, Italy

Employer: DURO Health

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance required

Position Summary

DURO Health is seeking a highly skilled Operational Psychologist to support the

Guardian Angel Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) Program with the 57th

Rescue Squadron. The provider will deliver expert behavioral science consultation to

enhance mental readiness, optimize performance, and accelerate recovery for Combat

Rescue Officers (CRO) and Pararescue (PJ) operators. This role is embedded within

the unit and supports the sustainment of the human weapon system through advanced

psychological assessment, performance enhancement strategies, and reintegration

programming.

Key Responsibilities

 Serve as the subject matter expert in behavioral health, injury prevention, and

mental performance optimization, supporting operators across training, mission,

and recovery cycles.

 Conduct and interpret a full spectrum of psychological assessments; provide

readiness evaluations and suitability recommendations to leadership.

 Develop and lead evidence-based resiliency, reintegration, and prevention

programs tailored to Guardian Angel Operator demands.

 Provide individual consultation and short-term intervention, and manage referrals

for behavioral healthcare.

 Support operational decision-making through performance data collection,

analysis, and reporting (monthly, cycle-based, and deployment-linked).

 Collaborate with unit command, medical staff, and community agencies to ensure

seamless access to care.

 Deliver training and professional development to leadership and operators on

mental skills, risk factors, and performance enhancement.

 Execute required documentation in designated DoD medical and readiness

systems (AHLTA/Genesis).

 Maintain credentials and participate in required training, conferences, and

continuing education.

 Safeguard classified and sensitive information; comply with base access, IT,

HIPAA, and FOIA security guidelines.

Required Qualifications

 Doctorate (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-

accredited program and internship

 Valid and unrestricted license to practice psychology in a U.S. state or territory

 Minimum 2 years of independent post-doctoral clinical experience within the past

5 years

 Demonstrated experience treating:

o PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders

o Substance misuse and family systems concerns

o Crisis management and trauma-informed care

 Experience working with high-performance populations (SOF, NCAA, or

professional athletes)

 Training in critical incident and stress trauma interventions

 Ability and willingness to obtain SERE training if not already completed

 Ability to deploy OCONUS/TDY for up to 30 days annually

Additional Requirements

 Eligible for flight line access and DoD network credentials

 Ability to pass background investigations

 Comfortable working in an operational unit environment with high-tempo

demands

 Strong interpersonal skills with ability to earn and maintain trust with elite tactical

populations

Travel Obligations

 Approximately 3 weeks of travel per year

 Local travel is included in standard duties

 Continuing education support provided as required to maintain credentials

What We Offer

 Competitive compensation and relocation eligibility

Salary starting at $105-110K

 Medical Insurance

 401k

 PTO

 Elite human performance environment with direct operational impact

 Full support from DURO Health leadership, medical directors, and human

performance team

 Professional growth in the unique and rewarding military performance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $110,000