Job Description

Position Summary

The Athletics Mental Health and Performance Clinician is responsible for the day-to-day service provision of the student-athlete mental health and performance for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program. This position is responsible for providing one-on-one counseling, individual consultations, personal development sessions, collaboration with campus-wide drug and alcohol initiatives, and collaboration and consultation with team physicians regarding participation for student-athletes on a daily basis. The role will contribute to the promotion of the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program, including adherence to the Department’s mission statement and guiding principles and CSU’s Principles of Community. This position may require travel and/or varied work hours to include some nights and weekends.

Located in the beautiful city of Fort Collins, Colorado State University is a premier land-grant university with world-class programs in education, outreach, and research. CSU has a student body of over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, 258,000 living alumni, and annual research expenditures exceeding $498 million.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I-FBS and the Pac-12 Conference.

For application consideration:

• Please merge all application materials, specifically resume and cover letter, into a single file (PDF preferred).

• Upload this combined file in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application.

• Please ensure the document is clearly labeled (e.g., Lastname Firstname Application).

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain clinical and sport psychology caseload in a variety of formats with the purpose of evaluating, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders and relevant sport-performance opportunities, consistent with the level of care required for a successful Division I student-athlete.

• Work in a collaborative environment to include sports medicine staff, team physicians, CSU Health Network staff, coaches, and others responsible for the healthcare and overall development of student-athletes.

• Maintain accurate psychological records in accordance with departmental guidelines and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

• Serve as a responder and care coordinator for mental health crises and emergencies by facilitating level of care and coordinating with campus and community resources.

• Serve as the mental health and performance point of contact for assigned teams to facilitate workshops, teach psychological skills for high performance, consult with coaches, staff, and other constituents.

• Assist department with educational programs and presentations for athletics staff and coaches related to mental health, peak performance, and thriving within elite athletics.

• Understand and comply with state and federal regulations regarding the provision of mental health services, and incorporate considerations provided by the NCAA and conference as applicable.

• Maintain good standing and licensure within the state of Colorado as a mental health provider. Participate in continuing education that facilitates relevant skill development and participate in multidisciplinary conferences.

​Supervision

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

Conditions of Employment

• Background Check

• Valid Driver's License

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field from an institution of higher education

• Two years post-graduate experience practicing in the field of psychology or mental health

• Licensed or licensed within six months as a Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Psychologist in the state of Colorado

• Experience in providing psychological/counseling services to Division I student-athletes or athletes with comparable competitive levels, or comparable experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology. Preferred doctoral program/internship accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).

• Three years of work experience in intercollegiate or professional athletics, or a comparable high-performance setting.

• Experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating effective programs for assisting student-athletes at the NCAA Division I level of equivalent.

• Clinical experience with substance misuse and disordered eating in a student-athlete population.

• Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)

• Consultation experience within a university athletics department.

• Knowledge of psychological theories, assessment tools, treatment planning, and student development.

• Knowledge about, understanding of, and experience with supporting people impacted by social determinants of health.

• Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills, written, presentation, and group facilitation skills.

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.