Sport Psychology Counselor

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Sport Psychology Counselor

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Job Title

Sport Psychology Counselor

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Full Time / Part Time

Full Time

Job Type

Staff

Reports To

Director of Counseling Services

Position Summary

The Sport Psychology Counselor reports to the Director of Counseling Services and works primarily with the university’s student athletes. This position will provide mental health services (counseling, outreach, crisis intervention, group work, risk assessments, performance anxiety, injury support, support groups, etc.) to student athletes and consultation to coaches. The Sport Psychology Counselor will be integrated withinin both Counseling Services and Athletics.

This is a 10-month position that works M-F from August through May. The Sport Psychology Counselor will be able to work some evenings during the semester; most days 8:30-4:30, with 1 or 2 days of 11-7 to best meet the student-athlete schedule. There will be one weekend per month when this position will be required to be on-call for behavioral health emergencies.

Bryant University is a private New England university with a tradition of innovation and a global vision for success. Our new strategic plan, Vision 2030 , sets a trajectory for the next decade through academic excellence, outstanding student life, competitive athletics and student outcomes among the nation’s top 1% for

ROI

.

Principal Accountabilities

Provide counseling, short-term therapy, referrals, evaluation and risk assessment services to the University student athlete population. Managing a significant caseload during academic semesters.

Support student athletes in the areas of injury recovery, social anxiety, grief and loss, lack of playing time, game day anxiety, transitioning to and from college, time management strategies, etc.

Participate in Bryant University Athletics and Counseling Center’s student outreach events and trainings.

Provide programming support in collaboration with Bryant University Athletics such as group therapy to student athletes.

Coordinate programming with Athletic teams and facilitate and support intern Sport Counselors in this effort.

In collaboration with Bryant Athletics, provide effective consultation services to student athletes, faculty, staff, and families.

Develop and implement outreach/prevention and psycho-educational groups/programs in collaboration with the Athletics departments.

Attend open houses and orientation programs in associated with Bryant Athletics and Counseling Services 1 time annually, and outside normal business hours as needed.

Be the back-up, on call counselor for behavioral health emergencies, one weekend per month Friday-Sunday.

Collaboration with Athletics on Public Speaking and presentations on mental health and other topics as requested, to various athletic groups.

Perform other duties as directed.

Qualifications

QUALITIES

AND

CHARACTERISTICS

:

Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the ability to positively work with and support diverse individuals.

Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and use sound judgment.

Ability to work collaboratively with others and to lead programs and initiatives that include a wide range of constituent groups.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Flexibility and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

High degree of professionalism and the ability to accurately maintain confidential information and records.

Open and responsive to direction and feedback, and able to communicate employment needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

/

TRAINING

: This position is best served by an individual with:

Master’s degree in counseling or psychology.

Licensed in RI (

LMHC

) or licensed eligible within six months of appointment.

Experience with sport psychology, working with student athletes, mental health services on a college campus; expertise in the areas of suicide risk assessment, anxiety, depression, sexuality, identity work, substance abuse, and eating disorders preferred.

Excellent skills in psychological evaluation and diagnosis are also required.

Working Environment

Bryant University recognizes that its position as a leader in higher education is greatly determined both by the diversity of its campus community and its intellectual endeavors. Its commitment to link academic and social diversity for the benefit of the learning and living environment reflects its belief that excellence and diversity are mutually reinforcing objectives. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive campus community, one that values individual difference and fosters greater understanding of the many facets of diversity and other distinctive characteristics that make us different. We encourage applications from candidates with an appreciation for and understanding of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about our ongoing commitment to building a community of inclusive excellence.

Physical Capacities

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | STA02588 | | Work Hours |
This is a 10-month position that works M-F from August through May. The Sport Psychology Counselor will be able to work some evenings during the semester; most days 8:30-4:30, with 1 or 2 days of 11-7 to best meet the student-athlete schedule. There will be one weekend per month when this position will be required to be on-call for behavioral health emergencies. | | Open Date | 05/06/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Applicant Special Instructions | |

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents 1. Other Document 2. Letter(s) of Recommendation

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