Description

The role of the Director is to enhance the student-athlete’s mental and emotional well-being and sport performance. Services include:

• Counseling and consultation with individual student athletes.
• Implementing a range of performance and mental skills training for student-athletes and coaches in individual and team settings.
• Conducting ongoing needs assessments and program evaluations.
• Acting as liaison to William and Mary Counseling Center and maintain a collaborative relationship with Counseling Center staff. 

Position reports to the Chief Medical Officer, Sports Medicine.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program or a related field.
• Licensed or license-eligible in the State of VA as a Psychologist or the ability to obtain a license within 3 months.
• 2 years of experience in providing sport psychology/mental performance services.
• Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) Credential.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively, respectfully, and appropriately with diverse populations in the Department, the University, and the community.
• Ability to manage dual relationships while maintaining confidentiality, best practices, and effective communication among athletic department stakeholders.
• Experience with and ability to manage crises situations and communicate timely and effectively with all necessary parties.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with colleagues, student-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty, staff, and parents.
• Ability to maintain paper and electronic records efficiently and effectively.
• Commitment to diversity and demonstrated competency in multicultural counseling skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, coaches, and administrative staff as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.