Operational Psychologist Helps Air Force Pararescue Squadron Prepare for Lifesaving Missions
An operational psychologist assigned by the Gaithersburg-based Arora Group to support U.S. Special Operations Forces has been named the 2025 National Staffing Employee of the Year by the American Staffing Association, the firm announced today.
The National Staffing Employee of the Year program recognizes the most outstanding temporary and contract workers in the country. In 2023, U.S. staffing firms employed 12.7 million temporary and contract employees. Amanda Alexander, Ph.D., was the only individual selected for the award.
The announcement marks the beginning of National Staffing Employee Week, which recognizes the contributions of the millions of workers employed by staffing agencies across the country.
Dr. Alexander was working in private practice when a friend reached out about an opportunity from The Arora Group that involved working in a civilian capacity with the U.S. Air Force in Italy.
“I really had no idea these types of opportunities existed, which I think really highlights the importance of staffing companies like The Arora Group,” Alexander said.
After discussing the opportunity with her spouse, Dr. Alexander relocated to Aviano Air Base, where she is embedded with the 57th Rescue Squadron, providing them with behavioral health support at both the individual and team levels.
“Dr. Alexander is a great example of doing meaningful work in service of those who serve our country,” said company CEO Sam Arora. “We love helping people be part of missions that matter.”
Alexander will be honored during a ceremony at Staffing World®, the ASA annual convention and expo, Oct. 22-24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN.
About The Arora Group
Since 1989, The Arora Group has been a leading provider of healthcare workforce solutions services to support federal agencies. For more information about The Arora Group, visit aroragroup.com.
About the American Staffing Association
The American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices. For more information about ASA, visit americanstaffing.net.