Licensed Athletic Clinician

Posted: 18-Jan-25

Location: Boulder, Colorado

Type: Full-time

Salary: $80,000 – $90,000.

Categories:

Operations

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Salary Details:

Relocation assistance is available within department guidelines. Additional Athletics benefits include: Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy. Benefits The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

Required Education:

Masters

Please apply by February 2, 2025 for consideration

Job Summary

The Psychological Health and Performance (PHP) Team at The University of Colorado (CU) Boulder encourages applications for the Licensed Athletic Clinician! The Athletic Clinician will assist the PHP Team in the delivery of general psychological services (evaluation, treatment and education) to student-athletes competing for a highly competitive, Division I athletics program. Additionally, the individual in this role will provide consultation and relevant training to coaches, athletic trainers, academic staff, other athletic department staff and student-athletes within the realm of psychological services and mental performance.

The Athletics Clinician will have demonstrated commitment, skills and experience in diversity and inclusion programming. The successful candidate will be diligent, an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, and extensive experience working within an agency team. The ability to navigate complex systems while maintaining confidentiality and composure under pressure is vital in this role.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are:

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)-and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region-our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be:

Clinical:

• Responsible for assessing and treating common psychological issues such as anxiety/depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, grief, sexual trauma, and personality disorders.
• Provide consulting and outreach services to coaches, athletic trainers, academic staff, and other administrative personnel regarding the psychological well-being of individual student-athletes and team members.
• Work closely in collaboration with team physicians regarding appropriate NCAA documentation as well as making medication recommendations for disorders/disabilities.
• Participate in student-athlete pre-performance physical examinations by introducing behavioral health and how to access services.
• Identify psychological and performance education outreach needs and offer relevant programming.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency services in situations involving individual student-athletes or teams within the athletic department.
• Provide consultation to administration and/or medical staff regarding crisis or treatment recommendations as appropriate.
• Medical staff consultation, interdisciplinary management, and treatment team participation as needed.
• Engage in required treatment consultation with community providers for student-athletes.
• Develop and implement individual performance optimization consultation sessions to individuals.
• Deliver team mental performance sessions, including developing and delivery of program specific to sport and their student-athletes.
• Provide coach consultation regarding mental health, team dynamics, and high-performance effective strategies for respective programs.
• Contribute to the development of an environment for team members and student-athletes that is healthy, safe, equitable, and culturally sensitive.
• Attend assigned team practices, competitions, team events, and travel as needed.
• Participate in special assignments and other committees as assigned to support the development of best practices and high-performance programs.

Administration:

• Develop and maintain relationships with organizational units that can assist and/or enhance the mental health services.
• Medical documentation and record keeping.
• Participate in continuing education and professional association activities related to the performance of job functions and the maintenance of skills.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities, workshops, and seminars, and develop programs related to expertise.
• Represent the University of Colorado Boulder and the CU Department of Athletics at University, State, Regional, National, and international conferences and/or meetings, as assigned.

Departmental Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow state statutes governing the ethical provision of psychological care, as well as those rules governing the Athletic Department, the Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.
• Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of and remain current on the rules and regulations of the NCAA and the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) regarding banned drugs and restricted substances, particularly NCAA by-law 16.5.2. (g) & (h).
• Adhere to the APA Code of Ethics and statutes of the State of Colorado.
• Adhere to principles stated in the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement and promote loyalty to the mission by all staff and student-athletes under their supervision.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or departmental needs.

What We Can Offer:

• Starting salary range is $80,000 – $90,000.
• Relocation assistance is available within department guidelines.
• Additional Athletics benefits include: Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy.

Benefits:

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

What We Require:

• Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.
• Licensed as a counselor or social worker, OR license-eligible and ability to obtain license in the State of Colorado within six (6) months of employment.
• One year of clinical experience, post-licensure.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need:

• Excellent clinical skills using evidence-based or evidence-informed practices.
• Multicultural experience and humility, and experience in trauma-focused therapeutic approaches, and trauma-informed care.
• Experience in delivering workshops/trainings on topics related to mental health and/or mental performance.
• Demonstrated dedication to social justice and inclusivity in a multicultural learning environment.
• Proven ability to provide treatment and/or consultation that spans the spectrum of care for student-athletes ranging from debilitating emotional distress to optimization of performance.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively, respectfully and appropriately with diverse populations in the Department, University and the community.

What We Would Like You to Have:

• Doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.
• Three to five years of clinical experience in sport, higher education, or mental health agency setting.
• Experience in Division I intercollegiate athletics or with professional athletes
• Advanced training in sport psychology (e.g., Association for Applied Sport Psychology, Certified Mental Performance Consultant; or member of the USOC sport psychology registry) preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of unique aspects of student-athlete population.
• Experience, knowledge, and ability to treat trauma and trauma-related issues.
• Knowledge of, and ability to conduct, AOD assessments, and ability to work with the student-athlete population on these issues.
• Experience and interest in working with under-represented and underserved populations, applying a brief therapy model and crisis intervention.
• Experience providing clinical supervision and training of post-doctoral residents, doctoral interns, and practicum clinicians.
• Experience treating clients across various spectrums, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, and economic status through a social justice lens

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