Sport Psychologist
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Sport Psychologist.
Sport Psychologist
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Sport Psychologist.
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Administration Athletics
Staff
Full Time
No
E12
Open until filled
Job Summary
Provision of general mental health services (evaluation, treatment and education) to student athletes who are currently enrolled at the University of Southern Mississippi and a member of an intercollegiate sport team at USM with the potential to supervise pre-and-post doctoral interns. In addition, the position is responsible for supporting implementation of philosophies, policies, and procedures of clinical and sport psychology service operations for student-athletes as well as assist with coordination and provision of consultation and relevant training to coaches, athletic trainers, and other athletic department staff. This position should have the ability to understand and comply with state statutes governing the ethical provision of mental health care, as well as those rules governing the NCAA and conference.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., Psy.D.) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology with 2-4+ years in Emerging Adult Population. Competence and experience with intellectual (e.g., WAIS), personality (e.g., PAI, MMPI), and psychoeducational (e.g., WJ, WRAT) measures and evaluations. 2-4+ years in providing sport performance and clinical services for student-athetes at the collegiate level.
Current independent licensure and/or licensure eligible in the State of Mississippi within 12-months of hire and maintained for duration of employment. Please review https://www.psychologyboard.ms.gov/ for licensure information in Mississippi.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Five years or more of experience in the mental health field working with emerging adult population focusing on stress management, substance misuse and alcohol education, eating concerns, crisis management, depression, anxiety, grief, identity development, learning disabilities and other psychological stressors related to injury, rehabilitation and return to sport in competitive athletes. 2-4+ years’ post-master’s experience providing mental health services to athletes or serving as a primary mental health provider/consultant to a sport organization. Knowledge of community-based mental health resources. Experience providing evidence-based sport performance consultation to athletic teams. Advanced training in Sport Psychology, such as certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) as outlined by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) or equivalent experience.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
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Person | Role |
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