Psychological Support Group Officer

Overview

The 1st Separate Tank Siverska Brigade is a tank forces unit within the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Today you stand before a choice that will change your life. You have the chance to join the elite of the Ukrainian army. This is not just a unit — it is a brotherhood, it is steel might, it is the pride of Ukraine! Tank crews are the ones who meet the enemy first and deliver a crushing blow. They are professionals who operate combat vehicles that symbolize the unbreakable spirit of our nation. The unit takes pride in its traditions, its victories, and its people — people just like you, ready to defend their land.

Responsibilities:

• providing psychological support to service members during their service
• participating in the psychological recovery process after military operations
• psychodiagnostics
• psychoprophylactic work
• psychological preparation (training, psychoeducation, trainings)
• conducting psychological counseling and psychocorrective work with servicemen
• crisis psychological assistance
• working with individuals showing signs of combat-related psychological trauma, acute stress disorder (ASD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Requirements:

• possession of an officer's rank
• higher education in psychology, psychotherapy, or psychiatry will be an advantage
• 1+ years of experience in psychological support
• emotional resilience and ability to work in stressful situations
• knowledge of the basics of psychology and methods of psychological support
• desire to work with servicemen and help them overcome difficulties

Conditions:

• mobilization until the end of martial law or contract service
• monetary allowance in accordance with current legislation
• service in the active combat zone
• training before taking up the position and, if necessary, additional specialized training both in Ukraine and abroad
• provision of uniforms and personal protective equipment, full meals
• the prospect of career growth, development of leadership skills
• guaranteed annual main leave
• additional 10-day leave for family circumstances