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Job Description
Position Summary:
The Athletics Mental Health and Performance Clinician operates within a Division I Intercollegiate Athletics program, dedicated to academic and athletic excellence, and will report to the Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Mental Health and Performance with support from the CSUHN Assistant Director of Outreach and Embedded Services. The role involves providing comprehensive psychological services to varsity student athletes. The successful candidate will serve as a licensed mental health clinician dedicated to cultivating a culture of psychological wellness and resilience within the Athletics Department. The professional provides consulting and outreach services to student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and administrative personnel regarding the psychological well-being of individuals and teams. A key function is enhancing participation and performance by teaching psychological principles and strategies necessary to achieve optimal mental health and consistently improve sports performance. This position will be assigned as the point of contact for specific teams.
CSU Health Network:
The CSU Health Network at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, see https://health.colostate.edu/ .
CSU Department of Athletics:
The CSU Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men's and women's intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I (FBS). The University is currently a member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 Conference. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at https://csurams.com/ and https://www.colostate.edu/ .
Salary:
$76,000 - $118,000; Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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 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
Integrate social determinants of health and student-athlete identities into care and services
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check
Essential Services Designation - Ability and willingness to respond to campus crises after hours
Special Requirements - The CSU Health Network follows CDC guidelines for Employee Health in a healthcare setting, including proof of vaccinations. Employees must show proof of compliance/willingness to comply by start date.
Csusystem · Fort Collins, CO