Suicide Prevention and Postvention Subject Matter Expert

Job description

Description Vistra is looking for a Suicide Prevention and Postvention Expert Subject Matter Expert (SME) to serve as a consultant providing expertise on evidence-based practices to support the organization’s suicide prevention and response efforts. The SME will support the design and development of lethal means safety training that equips military leaders and units and related professionals to identify enabling factors or to respond effectively following a suicide. In addition to training/curriculum development, the SME will provide overall guidance to the project on prevention and postvention communication and messaging, awareness campaigns, event materials, and other resources that promote appropriate post-suicide response, stigma reduction, and organizational healing. The role advises on content and strategies addressing grief, trauma, shame, and unit readiness, ensuring materials and activities are culturally responsive and aligned with military protocols, and responsive to the needs of various audiences across the force. Requirements: - Master’s or PhD degree and 10+ years of related experience - Master’s degree in education, counseling, psychology, social work, or a related...