Mental Performance Consultant (5173U), Intercollegiate Athletics
Company: University of California-Berkeley
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: September 17, 2023
Job Description:
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to
creating a community that fosters equity of experience and
opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all
backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of
openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for
students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley,
is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education,
distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized
academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it
provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission
and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the
California experience, animated by such values as innovation,
questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and
nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual
renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and
social value in California, the United States and the world.We are
looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full
diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and
understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural,
disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic
backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at
Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and
equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a
matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among
faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding
whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly
encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding
Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our
Strategic Plan.At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a
fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the
Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their
full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our
staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per
year to engage in professional development activities. To find out
more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit
grow.berkeley.edu.Departmental OverviewThe Department of
Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 300 staff members
and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30
programs include more than 900 student-athletes who participate in
various sponsored programs within the National Collegiate Athletics
Association (NCAA). We are currently seeking a full-time Mental
Performance Consultant who will work within the department's
Cameron Institute for Student-Athlete Development. The position
will report to the Director, Mental Performance & Leadership
Development. We are searching for a professional who is currently a
Certified Mental Performance Consultant through the Association for
Applied Sport Psychology (or has completed all coursework and
mentored experience requirements).The Mental Performance Consultant
will provide comprehensive mental performance consultation services
to optimize mindset, performance, and sport involvement of
student-athletes and coaches. This position will encompass a
caseload model of teams, offering one-on-one sessions for
student-athletes, mental training programs for teams, and
consultation for coaches. The focus of sessions includes mental
performance optimization and support for sport well-being, such as
confidence, resilience, attentional focus, emotion regulation,
motivation, sport enjoyment, team culture, and leadership. This
position does not provide mental health counseling or clinical
diagnosis and is charged with referring potential mental health
concerns to the University Health Services Tang Center and
appropriate clinicians.Application Review DateThe First Review Date
for this job is: August 11, 2023Responsibilities
Provide individual mental performance
consultation to student-athletes.Provide mental training programs
through team workshops tailored to the unique needs of each
assigned team.Provide consultation and mental skills instruction to
coaches to enhance coaching effectiveness, utilizing a
train-the-trainer approach.Ensure early identification of potential
mental health concerns that should be referred to our psychologists
and social workers to ensure holistic student-athlete care.Attend
practices and games, and provide observation, feedback, and
provision of mental performance services to assist athletes and
coaches in overcoming barriers to optimal performance.Collaborate
with colleagues within the Mental Performance & Leadership
Development pillar to promote the optimal environment for
performance excellence using best practices and evidence-based
strategies, and peer consultation.Conduct multi-method assessment
to identify needs, areas for improvement, and presenting
concerns.Evaluate the effectiveness of mental performance services
provided.Meet with each head coach of assigned teams bi-annually to
review overall strategic progress, identify goals, and establish
upcoming mental performance consultation services at the team,
student-athlete, and coach levels.Meet with prospective
student-athletes during campus visits.Required Qualifications
Knowledgeable about performance
psychology theories and frameworks and their application to
practice.Advanced knowledge of consulting and counseling
skills.Experience providing brief and long-term individual mental
performance consultation with athletes.Experience developing,
implementing, and evaluating comprehensive mental training programs
for teams.Experience providing mental performance services to
diverse populations.Understanding about the mental factors most
associated with different types of sports.Proven track record in
maintaining effective relationships with athletes, coaches, and
support staff.Multiple years' post-graduate experience working as a
mental performance consultant with elite athletes (e.g.,
collegiate, semi-professional, or professional).Experienced and
skilled in consulting and collaborating with mental health
professionals, athletic trainers, physicians, dietitians, coaches,
strength and conditioning professionals, and other athletics
staff.Committed to providing culturally appropriate and responsive
services to clients with historically marginalized and oppressed
identities related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation,
nationality, ability, and socioeconomic status.Demonstrates a
sophisticated multicultural understanding (e.g. race, ethnicity,
socioeconomic status, national origin) of self in the context of
others (e.g., biases, EQ).Demonstrate knowledge and understanding
of ethical issues in mental performance consultation, and adhere to
the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) code of
ethics.Excellent ability to communicate effectively with different
diverse groups and personnel.Skilled in needs assessment and
establishment of agreed outcomes with clients.Ability to work
collaboratively to support other members of the Cameron Institute
in general and the Mental Performance and Leadership Development
pillar in particular.Position requires exceptional political
sensitivity, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work
effectively across and outside the organization at all levels in a
collaborative manner.Committed to continued personal and
professional development.Knowledge of and/or ability to learn NCAA
rules.Education/Training:
Doctoral or Master's Degree in Sport
Psychology or related field (e.g., related to mental performance)
and/or equivalent experience/training.Certified Mental Performance
Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport
Psychology (AASP) (or has completed all coursework and mentored
experience requirements).3+ years of experience in Sport and
Performance Psychology.Preferred Qualifications
Post-graduate experience working
full-time as a mental performance consultant.Previous experience at
a Division I Power 5 Conference institution.Experience working with
college student-athletes.Experience providing mental performance
services with athletes and coaches across different types of
sports.Experience providing coach consultation
services.Knowledgeable about assessment methods for team
selection.Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate life skills
and transitional services and programming supporting the entry to
college and the transition to life after Cal
Athletics.Knowledgeable about mental health and developmental
issues of student-athletes at a highly competitive
university.Salary & BenefitsFor information on the comprehensive
benefits package offered by the University, please visit the
University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.Under
California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required
to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this
role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in
this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range
of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions
including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of
internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is
not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the
top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based
on final candidate qualifications and experience.The budgeted
salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to
pay for this position is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00.
This is a 100% full-time (40 hours
per week), career position that is eligible for full UC
benefits.This position is exempt and paid monthly.How to ApplyTo
apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Driving RequiredA
valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is
required.Conviction History BackgroundThis is a designated position
requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature
of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with
conviction histories and reviews information received in the
context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the
right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of
the background check.Mandated ReporterThis position has been
identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed
or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or
elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We
reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of
signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated
Reporter.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more
information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.For the complete
University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action
policy, please see the University of California Discrimination,
Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
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