Athletic Counselor
EXPIRED

University of Mississippi

University, MS

Posted Date: May 07, 2024

Expired Date: Aug 07, 2024

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    Unknown
  • Years of Experience
    Not provided
  • Work Type
    Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

About the Job
Job Description

_ Note for Current UM Employees _

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

This position provides assessment, diagnosis, mental performance support, and counseling for student athletes. The incumbent provides clinical services under the direction of a Licensed Sport Psychologist; conducts mental health, drug, and alcohol assessment, diagnosis, and counseling for student athletes; provides mental performance support and develops, plans, and implements educational programs including diversity and inclusion for coaches and athletes.

Examples of Work Performed

  • Provides clinical services under the direction of a Licensed Sports Psychologist to student athletes, including psychotherapy, crisis management and assessment.
  • Evaluates, counsels, and treats student athletes with substance abuse issues, addiction and other mental health issues.
  • Conducts drug and alcohol assessments as necessary.
  • Makes recommendations regarding appropriate level and modality of treatment for student athletes.
  • Provides appropriate feedback when applicable to staff that may be involved the treatment of the student athletes.
  • Develops relationships with student athletes, staff members, parents, and coaches and provides counseling to student athletes as requested.
  • Communicates with director of health and sport performance about the continuity of care.
Department History

University of Mississippi Student Services 2024–2025

Person Role

Bob Baker

Senior Associate A.D. for Student-Athlete Development

Drew Clinton

Associate A.D. for Academic Support - Men's Basketball, Rifle

Derek Johnson

Director of Football Academics

Sheila Padgett

Assistant Director - Baseball, Women's Soccer

Jon Nance

Assistant Director, Athletic Academic Operations

Carter Kruckenberg

Assistant Director - Football, Softball

Armegis Spearman

Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment

Cliff McCain

Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment

University of Mississippi Sports Medicine 2024–2025

Person Role

Larandust Coleman

Andrew Beyke

Meredith Pendergast

John Raybon

Senior Athletic Trainer - Men's Basketball

Nick Savage

Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach

Tim Boeni

Pat Jernigan

Assistant AD for Sports Medicine - Football

Brian Wiseman

Director of Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning

University of Mississippi Student Services 2023–2024

Person Role

Bob Baker

Senior Associate A.D. for Student-Athlete Development

Drew Clinton

Associate A.D. for Academic Support - Men's Basketball, Rifle

Derek Johnson

Director of Football Academics

Sheila Padgett

Assistant Director - Baseball, Women's Soccer

Jon Nance

Assistant Director, Athletic Academic Operations

Carter Kruckenberg

Assistant Director - Football, Softball

Armegis Spearman

Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment

Cliff McCain

Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment

University of Mississippi Sports Medicine 2023–2024

Person Role

John Raybon

Larandust Coleman

Andrew Beyke

Meredith Pendergast

Brian Wiseman

Nick Savage

Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach

Tim Boeni

Pat Jernigan

Assistant AD for Sports Medicine - Football

University of Mississippi Student Services 2022–2023

Person Role

Bob Baker

Senior Associate A.D. for Student-Athlete Development

Drew Clinton

Associate A.D. for Academic Support - Men's Basketball, Rifle

Derek Johnson

Director of Football Academics

Sheila Padgett

Assistant Director - Baseball, Women's Soccer

Keyana Smith

Assistant Director - Women's Basketball, Track & Field

Jon Nance

Assistant Director, Athletic Academic Operations

Chartice Wyatt-Thermil

Assistant Director - Track and Field, Women’s Tennis

Armegis Spearman

Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment

University of Mississippi Sports Medicine 2022–2023

Person Role

Larandust Coleman

Andrew Beyke

Meredith Pendergast

Riley Allen

Nick Savage

Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach

Tim Boeni

Pat Jernigan

Assistant AD for Sports Medicine - Football

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