Director Of Counseling & Sports Psychology

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

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Posting Start Date: 3/6/24