Sport Psychologist Job at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA

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  • Virginia Tech
  • Blacksburg, VA

Job Description

Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world?

In Virginia Tech's Division of Student Affairs, that's exactly what we're doing every day-guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We're currently searching for a Sport Psychologist to join our Cook Counseling team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you're passionate about student mental health and the student athlete experience, please keep reading.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You'll be joining the Cook Counseling Center team; a department centered on promoting student learning, development, retention, and holistic well-being by providing resources for improving mental health and identifying psychological barriers to academic success.
2) You'll be reporting to the Director and Associate Director in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment.
3) You'll be responsible for providing direct clinical services and performance enhancement training to student athletes through triage, intake, and counseling appointments, approximately 3 days/week, and serve on the Cook Counseling triage team conducting triage appointments approximately 2 days/week.
4) You'll consult with coaches, administrators, parents, provide outreach to the athletic community, and attend some team meetings.
5) You'll supervise pre-doctoral interns and practicum students, provide on-call emergency coverage as assigned, and participate actively in staff, committee, and professional development activities.
6) You'll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
7) You'll be offered a base compensation package between $70,000 - $80,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.
3) THE TEAM: Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center (CCC) supports the mission of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and the Division of Student Affairs. We promote student learning, development, retention, and holistic well-being by providing resources for improving mental health and identifying psychological barriers to academic success. The CCC supports these efforts through psycho-educational programming, individual, group, crisis, and psychiatric services. CCC's commitment to service also includes multidisciplinary training, consultation, advocacy, and research.

Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology, from an APA-approved program with an APA-approved internship and be licensed or licensed-eligible as a clinical psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Supervision may be provided with a goal of licensure within 1 year from start date.
Experience in providing focused therapeutic interventions with a multidisciplinary team.
Experience and interest in collaboration with academic departments, faculty, and staff.
Training and experience in delivering culturally competent interventions.
Experience in outreach and educational programming, e.g., suicide prevention gatekeeper programs.
Experience with managing crisis situations, completing risk assessments, and disposition planning to address safety risks.
A self-motivated, self-directed commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice.
The energy to flexibly manage the professional demands of the role while maintaining positive and healthy relationships.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues with acceptance, respect, and trust.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Certification as a mental performance consultant through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology.
Experience working with undergraduate and graduate students.
Experience working with student athletes.
Previous training and/or experience in a college mental health setting.
Well-developed counseling and clinical supervision skills.

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