Assistant Director of Mental Performance

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

 

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

 

Provides a full range of culturally sensitive, performance focused services for D1 student-athletes. Has reporting lines within Athletics and the Director of Student-Athlete Wellness (CAPS). Lead program development, implementation and evaluation of assigned sport programs. Services will include assessment/evaluation, mental skill development, short and long-term individual performance counseling, team building and workshops. Collaboration with mental health and medical professionals is key and expected. Other duties as assigned.

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WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

 

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

 

Provides a full range of culturally sensitive, performance focused services for D1 student-athletes. Has reporting lines within Athletics and the Director of Student-Athlete Wellness (CAPS). Lead program development, implementation and evaluation of assigned sport programs. Services will include assessment/evaluation, mental skill development, short and long-term individual performance counseling, team building and workshops. Collaboration with mental health and medical professionals is key and expected. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

 

40% - Essential - Direct Services: Performance Counseling
Provides services to student-athletes and sport programs to to develop effective routines that lead to optimal performance. Routines and counseling services could include but not limited to mental skills development, team building, program culture, development, goal setting, conflict resolution, resilience training, performance anxiety reduction etc. Conducts mental performance assessments and makes recommendations for skill development.  Generates/implements treatment plans from evidence-based approaches.

30% - Essential - Administrative Duties: Program Coordination, Research and Training.
Assists with program development, implementation and evaluation. Communicate well with the department head on progress of mental skills throughout the year as it relates to performance, collaboration, and themes. Will assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures, reviewed annually. Provides appropriate training to Clemson University Athletic Department.

20% - Essential - Direct Services: Performance Team Collaboration
Serves as a resource and participates as a member of an inter-disciplinary team with Sports Medicine, Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition, Coaching staffs and Academic Support Services to advise on player performance profiles, mental skills training plans, and overall wellness.

10% - Essential - Administrative Duties:  Documentation and Communication
Completes all documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with the documentation time lines.  Completes all necessary documentation to assist clients. Provide appropriate referrals for mental health concerns

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education - Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - 1+ years working with student-athlete or professional athlete populations.

Licenses & Certifications - Eligible to become Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education -  Master's Degree - Sport Psychology or Organizational Behavior

Licenses & Certifications - Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Work of Others - Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

  10% - Stand for prolonged period
  10% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  10% - Walk or move about
  55% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  20% - Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

5% - Varied work hours dependent on athletic schedules. Travel may be required.

WORK SCHEDULE:

 

Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

 

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

 

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

 

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

 

Open Until Filled

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

 

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

CLOSING STATEMENT:

 

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

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