Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (POTFF)

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to serve as a specialized, embedded provider focused on human performance optimization for Special Operations Forces (SOF). The PMHNP supports SOF Service Members and their families by promoting mission readiness, resilience, and long-term wellness through proactive, evidence-based behavioral health care.

The PMHNP provides outcome-based nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the Military Treatment Facility (MTF). This role addresses operational stressors, brain health, mission readiness, and preventive care needs while collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, command stakeholders, and local leadership.

U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must possess an active U.S. Government security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required for contract performance.

This position is pending upon contract award.

Candidates should be able to support operations at one or more of the following locations: Washington, DC; Crestview, FL; Destin, FL; Fort Walton Beach, FL; Niceville, FL; Clarksville, KY; Fayetteville, NC; Spring Lake, NC; Arlington, VA; Chesapeake, VA; Norfolk, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Dam Neck, VA.

About the POTFF Program

The Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program supports U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) personnel and their families through an integrated, holistic approach to human performance, health, and readiness.

The program brings together specialized professionals across physical, psychological, cognitive, social, and spiritual performance to strengthen resilience, optimize performance, and support long-term mission readiness and career longevity.

Why Maximus?

• ️ Flexibility That Fits Your Life - Work/life balance support with flexibility designed to meet your personal and professional needs.

Robust Health & Insurance Benefits - Choose from a variety of Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Prescription plans, plus a partially funded HSA. You’ll also have access to Life Insurance and discounts on Auto, Home, Renters, and Pet Insurance.

Build Your Financial Future - Take advantage of our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match to help you plan for what's ahead.

Generous Time Away From

Work - Recharge with PTO, paid holidays, extended sick leave, and Short and Long Term Disability coverage.

Wellness Beyond the Workplace - Access resources that support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Recognition That Matters - Celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues through our employee recognition platform.

Invest in Your Growth - Continue your education and professional development with Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.

Employee Discounts & Perks - Enjoy exclusive savings, special offers, and additional employee-only benefits.

Wellness Programs & Resources - Explore a variety of programs and tools designed to support your overall health and wellness.

Career Development Opportunities - Enhance your skills through training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Licensure & Certification

Support - Maximus covers the costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for conducting clinical appointments and precepting new clinicians
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes pertaining to quality and validity of assessments
• Assess cases presented and utilizes clinical competencies to review and validate assessment outcomes
• Work collaboratively with manager to identify areas for improvement with process and quality of care
• Suggest training needs for assigned unit staff
• Provide technical assistance to assigned unit staff
• Support Company and project initiatives through various methods including messaging to the unit, leading assigned projects, training staff, participating in work groups, etc.
• Participate in performance, improvement, and quality assurance activities and related meetings
• Provide clinical and educational support to meet program goals
• Meet all standards established for this position as outlined in the corresponding annual performance criteria and bonus template for this position

Minimum Requirements

• Current Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license valid in the state of practice is required
• Two (2) or more years practicing experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• At least one (1) year of experience in training, precepting, acting as a clinical advisor, providing unit support, working in the field independently/successfully
• Master’s Degree from a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required, preferred specialties can include Internal Medicine, Adult Health, Community Health, Family Practice, Psychiatry
• Must have active ID Number or be willing to obtain
• Preferred work experience with the adult/geriatric populations; home care experience, experience working with individuals with physical or developmental disabilities
• Required ability to travel throughout assigned region, up to 60%
• Master’s degree in nursing from a program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Minimum of five (5) years of post-graduate experience in the independent practice of clinical psychiatric nursing.
• Minimum of two (2) years of prior experience in the Department of War (DoW) or Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) setting.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
• Board certification as a PMHNP by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or another recognized national nursing certification organization for the applicable specialty area of practice.
• Understanding of military culture and operational stressors within the SOF operator community.
• Proficiency in treating post-traumatic stress (PTS), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and chronic pain.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package.

Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at [email protected].