Req Id:
30664
Job Title:
Director of Counseling & Sports Psychology
Job Description:
Job Summary
Supervises psychological services for the Purdue University Athletic Department, serving all student athletes. Lead and build a team of professionals in delivery of services in mental health and sports performance and develop a vision and plan for further enhancing program capacity to meet the mental health and performance psychology needs of student-athletes.
Required:
- Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology or a related field, Degrees could include Sports Psychology, Sport and PE Administration, Physical Education, Teacher Education, Coaching, Adapted Physical Education.
- Licensed or license-eligible to practice independently as a mental health provider in the state of Indiana.
- Two years’ clinical experience
- Experience working directly with collegiate Student-Athletes
- Training (e.g., degree or specialization) in sport psychology or a related field and experience in providing sport psychology/mental performance services.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse clinical presentations and a diverse student-athlete population.
- Commitment to diversity and demonstrated competency in multicultural counseling skills.
- Excellent communication skills (verbally and in writing)
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate and interact closely with Student-Athletes, coaching staffs, administration, and associated medical care personnel.
- Maintain ethical and timely record keeping.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, coaches, and administrative personnel as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Ability to work evenings & weekends.
- Ability to travel.
- Compliance with all NCAA, Conference and Institutional rules and regulations.
Preferred:
- Five years’ clinical experience
- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy with related supervised and professional work experiences
- Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) credential
- Prior experience working with student-athlete populations in a Division I athletic department
Additional Information:
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Posting Start Date:
3/6/24