Licensed Clinical Psychologist- Public Safety

First Responders Wellness Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

First Responders Wellness Center (FRWC) seeks a Licensed Clinical Psychologist – Public Safety for a full-time, on-site role in the Greater Chicago Area. You will provide individual and group therapy to first responders using EMDR, CBT, and exposure-based methods, with responsibilities including assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination with police, fire, EMS, and leadership.

The position involves administering psychological testing for pre-employment,

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Clinical Psychologist (or license-eligible) in the relevant U.S. state.
• Experience with trauma-focused therapies (EMDR, CBT, exposure-based treatments) for first responders.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments for first responders and public safety personnel.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and crisis intervention.
• Administer and interpret pre-employment, fitness-for-duty, and special duty evaluations.
• Coordinate care with other providers and departmental leadership as appropriate.
• Prepare clear, timely clinical and evaluative reports.

Skills

Trauma Psychology

Psychological Testing

Clinical Supervision

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Public Safety Experience

Education

PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Licensed Clinical Psychologist (or license-eligible)

Job description

Company Description

First Responders Wellness Center (FRWC) is a specialized behavioral health resource dedicated to supporting first responders, their departments, and public safety professionals. The organization focuses on strategic therapy and intervention for law enforcement, fire service, EMS/EMT, ER staff, and veterans, addressing the unique demands of their roles. FRWC provides specialized training, crisis management, and evidence-based therapies including EMDR, Exposure, Neurofeedback, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy that are practical and action-oriented. The center also offers psychological testing services for police and public safety personnel, including pre-employment selection, special duty assessments, and fitness-for-duty evaluations. FRWC is committed to helping first responders maintain psychological resilience and long-term wellness.

Role Description

This is a full-time, W-2, on-site role for a Licensed Clinical Psychologist – Public Safety, based in the Greater Chicago Area. The clinician will provide individual and group therapy to first responders and public safety professionals using evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, CBT, exposure-based treatments, and other trauma-focused interventions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering crisis intervention, and coordinating care with other providers and departmental leadership when appropriate. The role also involves administering and interpreting psychological testing for pre-employment, fitness-for-duty, and special duty evaluations, and preparing clear, timely clinical and evaluative reports. The psychologist may participate in specialized training programs, consultation for first responder agencies, and contribute to ongoing program development to enhance services for public safety communities.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Psychology and Mental Health, with the ability to work effectively with trauma, stress, and occupational challenges common to first responders and public safety professionals.
• Demonstrated expertise in Psychological Testing, including administration, scoring, and interpretation for pre-employment, fitness-for-duty, and special duty evaluations in public safety settings.
• Competence in Trauma Psychology, with experience providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, exposure-based treatments, and other trauma-informed interventions.
• Ability to provide Clinical Supervision and mentorship to trainees or early-career clinicians, supporting adherence to ethical and professional standards of care.
• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution and current, unrestricted licensure as a Clinical Psychologist (or license-eligible) in the relevant U.S. state.
• Experience working with first responders, veterans, or high-stress occupational groups is strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and public safety agencies.
• Commitment to culturally competent, gender-neutral, non-discrimination.