Athletic Counselor/Psychologist

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Athletic Counselor/Psychologist
Department Athletics-0850
Requisition Number S_240398
Posting Open Date 05/02/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/17/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Provide mental health psychology services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health assessments and education to student-athletes and sports programs. Provide education and prevention programming on clinical psychological issues to student athletes, coaches, athletic department staff, and other constituents. Will need to work some evenings and weekends depending on student-athletes’ needs and schedules. The selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in mental health related field and 2 years providing mental health services to students ages 16-24 in an educational environment. Demonstrated contextual and cultural understanding of elite sport systems and individuals essential. Clinical/prevention experience in the areas of eating disorders/disordered eating and interdisciplinary healthcare modalities required. Eligibility to be licensed as a psychologist, LPC, LCSW, or LIMHP in the state of Nebraska within one year of hire required.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology preferred. Two years’ experience providing mental health services to student-athletes and two years’ experience providing psychological skills training for sport. Prefer applicants with a certification in the provision of psychological services in sport.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary Negotiable based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Brianna Ward
[email protected]
402-472-4618
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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