Assistant Director of Sport Psychology and Mental Wellness

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Assistant Director of Sport Psychology and Mental Wellness

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Assistant Director of Sport Psychology and Mental Wellness

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Working Location (City, State)

Boone, NC

Faculty Rank

No

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Position Number

098891

Department

Special Projects-120010

Description of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology, or related field, or master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or related field and eligibility for appropriate licensure in North Carolina. Experience providing clinical services and outreach programming to student-athletes.

License/Certification Required

Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology, or related field, or master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or related field and eligibility for appropriate licensure in North Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications

Generalist clinical skills assessing a wide range of disorders and pathology. Commitment to providing culturally responsive clinical services and outreach programming to historically underserved populations Interest and experience providing clinical supervision to doctoral and master’s level trainees. Experience providing consultation in a university setting and building collaborative relationships with coaches, trainers, and other Athletics Department staff. Experience with the assessment and treatment of eating disorders, ideally with student-athletes in a high-performance environment. Certification in mental performance consultation (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) or completed educational requirements for CMPC and eligibility to sit for certification exam within one year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities in the Athletics Department: 60% direct service Caseload with an emphasis on consultation fully dedicated to athletes and athletics needs (therapy, consultation, care coordination) (24) Regularly scheduled observation and enhanced availability for impromptu consultation, rapid assessment, and brief interventions at team practices, team talks, via presence at the training room, weight room, and competitions (3-4) Scheduled Mental Performance workshops/team talks, meeting visiting recruits, executive coaching, injury clinic, psychoeducation, and staff in-service trainings as it pertains to athletics & mental health. (3) Maintained working relationships with designated teams. Travel when appropriate and requested. Bi-weekly consultation with the Assistant Athletics Director for Sport Psychology and Mental Wellness 1 on 1 until licensed and institutional knowledge is deemed proficient Administrative work, meetings, & problem-solving responsibilities such as policy development for athletes with eating disorders or serious mental illnesses, vetting external providers for referral, serving on coach hiring committees, acting as a liaison/consultant with faculty/staff partners (i.e., athletic training, registrar office, student well-being committee, academic advisors, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) compliance office), regarding the unique and difficult athlete specific issues and duties of athletes/coaches. (4) Estimated Total hours per week 35 in athletic spaces 4.5 days a week with flexibility to document and shift time as needed for frequent evening/weekend obligations /occasional team travel obligations Responsibilities at Counseling Center: Weekly Staff Admin and clinical meeting (2) Bi-weekly consultation with the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services 1 on 1 Potential for peer supervision group every other week when not scheduled to meet with the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services if pursuing licensure. (1) Work as a supervisor and consultant for matched doctoral interns. Leads the sport psychology training specialization track out of the university’s Counseling Center. Attend monthly Eating Concerns Treatment Team as athletics representative Gain and maintain foundational training for App State’s Counseling Center-based mental health systems, Electronic Medical Records campus partners, & emergency protocols (2) Provide didactics 1-2x per semester for matched interns pertaining to topics related to their sub-specialization and student-athlete mental health. Participate in bi-weekly sport psychology team which is available to all staff for consultation or education pertaining to working with high performers. Takes part in emergency phone coverage rotation each semester Estimated Total Hours per week 4- 5, in the counseling center for half a day a week max and would not require a permanent office space)

Type of Position

Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty

Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type

1.0

Work Schedule/Hours

Varies

Number of Hours Per Week

40+

Number of Months Per Year

12

Mandatory Staff

No

Suggested Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Physical Demands of Position

Typical physical demands of a professional position within a university.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date

11/08/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins

01/02/2024

Proposed Date of Hire

06/03/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents: Cover Letter Resume List of References with Contact Information

Search Chair Name

Scott Crothers

Search Chair Email

crotherss@appstate.edu

Quick Link

https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/post...

Posting Number

201501296P

Additional Information

• AA/EEO Statement: Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.      
  Important Contacts:

Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Office of Human Resources 330 University Hall Dr. Boone, NC 28608 (828) 262-3187 hr@appstate.edu

Executive Director of Access & Equity (ADA/504 Coordinator, EEO Officer, & Title IX Coordinator) Office of Access & Equity 123 IG Greer Hall Boone, NC 28608 (828-262-2144) equalopportunity@appstate.edu

• Disability Accommodation Information: Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting the Office of Access & Equity: Equal Opportunity at 828-262-2144 or email equalopportunity@appstate.edu

• Clery Act: Clery Act Compliance
  Division of Institutional Integrity
  PO Box 32126
  Boone, NC 28608
  (828) 262-8111
  clery@appstate.edu
  https://police.appstate.edu/clery

• Diversity & Inclusion at Appalachian: We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally. We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all. We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

• Background Statement: Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

• Eligibility for Employment: Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest 3. List of References with Contact Information Optional Documents

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