Sport Psychologist

Primary Purpose of Position

This position will deliver clinical and sport psychology services to student-athletes in a collaborative effort to enhance the personal, academic, and athletic success of student-athletes. The position provides consultation and educational outreach services to athletes, coaches, and athletic department staff.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

Supervised by the Director of the Center for Counseling & Psychological Services with secondary supervision from the Executive Associate Director of Athletics, this position will deliver clinical services to student-athletes, including members of Charlotte’s cheerleading squad; provide consultation to teams, coaches, and other staff; and deliver educational programming. Additionally, the position will oversee the continued development of the program to provide psychological services to student-athletes and teams, including supervision of a postdoctoral fellow in sport psychology.

Minimum Education/Experience

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) program. Must have at least 2 years of experience evaluating and treating traditional and non-traditional college students, including direct clinical and performance work with student-athletes.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Strong clinical background with specialized experience providing psychotherapy to collegiate student-athletes. Proven experience in multidisciplinary collaboration and consultation within athletic departments. Experience delivering team-level interventions and sport-focused outreach programming.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

License-eligible as a Psychologist, as evidenced by having passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and having completed all required supervised hours for licensure. License-eligible candidates will be considered, with the requirement to become independently licensed within 12 months of the hire date.