Merrimack College
Mental Health Clinician - Athletics Support
Merrimack College, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Base Pay Range
$70,000.00/yr - $77,000.00/yr
Position Overview The Counseling Center at Merrimack College seeks a Mental Health Clinician - Athletics Support position to join its team of counselors serving undergraduate and graduate students. Under the supervision of the Director, this full‑time, 12‑month position provides clinical services to support the psychological well‑being of students at the College. The Clinician also delivers mental health and sport psychology services to student athletes, collaborating with coaches, trainers and athletics administration to implement up‑to‑date mental health procedures, conduct annual screening, psychoeducational training, workshops and outreach. The role serves as a liaison building strong relationships with the Athletic Department, assisting in outreach, crisis response and other duties as assigned. The work schedule is Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5:00 pm.
Responsibilities
Provide culturally aware individual clinical services including intake assessment, crisis intervention and individual counseling to students presenting with concerns related to psychological, academic or athletic functioning. Provide group counseling/team workshops as needed.
Maintain a strong collaborative relationship with the College’s Athletics Department in developing best practice mental health care for student athletes.
Participate in staff peer consultation, staff meetings, and individual consultation with the Director regularly.
Collaborate with Wellness Education and Athletics support staff in developing and providing team workshops on mental health, stress reduction, athlete identity, overall wellness, sport performance, leadership, injury and related topics.
Serve as a member of the College’s CARE team by attending weekly CARE meetings and providing consultation support to liaison with the Athletics Department. Maintain ethical confidentiality.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of NCAA mental health best practices and promote programs and interventions at the individual and organizational level.
Provide routine risk assessments and referral for hospitalization or other specialized care as needed.
Conduct training or psychoeducational outreach to community members and provide annual training on mental health topics to Athletics coaching staff and administrators. Some evening or after‑hours work may be required.
Provide consultation and education to families, college staff, or community providers regarding clinical care of students as appropriate, maintaining ethical confidentiality.
Supervise master‑level graduate fellows and clinical interns as experience and licensure allow.
Serve on relevant campus committees and attend Athletic games, staff meetings, and college events as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Master’s or Doctorate in an appropriate mental health field (psychology, social work, counseling, etc.).
CMPC certification preferred.
Licensed or license‑eligible in Massachusetts within 6 months of hire preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent skills in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, performance enhancement services with individuals and teams, crisis management, and consultation with coaches and administrators of sport programs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with multiple campus constituencies.
Comfort with risk assessment, referral for hospitalization or other specialty care.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Possess understanding of the unique mental health experiences of collegiate athletes.
Excellent record keeping practices; knowledge and attunement to ethical and legal issues in clinical treatment within an institutional setting.
Experience
Experience in higher education desired.
Experience working with collegiate athletes desired.
Experience with late adolescents/young adults desired.
Experience and interest in supervising interns is a plus.
License Requirements We welcome applicants who currently possess, or will soon obtain, one of the following credentials: LMHC, LICSW, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD.
Application Materials Should Include
Resume
Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.
Equal Opportunity Employer Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our Mission Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue. Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.
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Position Overview The Counseling Center at Merrimack College seeks a Mental Health Clinician - Athletics Support position to join its team of counselors serving undergraduate and graduate students. Under the supervision of the Director, this full‑time, 12‑month position provides clinical services to support the psychological well‑being of students at the College. The Clinician also delivers mental health and sport psychology services to student athletes, collaborating with coaches, trainers and athletics administration to implement up‑to‑date mental health procedures, conduct annual screening, psychoeducational training, workshops and outreach. The role serves as a liaison building strong relationships with the Athletic Department, assisting in outreach, crisis response and other duties as assigned. The work schedule is Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5:00 pm.
Responsibilities
Provide culturally aware individual clinical services including intake assessment, crisis intervention and individual counseling to students presenting with concerns related to psychological, academic or athletic functioning. Provide group counseling/team workshops as needed.
Maintain a strong collaborative relationship with the College’s Athletics Department in developing best practice mental health care for student athletes.
Participate in staff peer consultation, staff meetings, and individual consultation with the Director regularly.
Collaborate with Wellness Education and Athletics support staff in developing and providing team workshops on mental health, stress reduction, athlete identity, overall wellness, sport performance, leadership, injury and related topics.
Serve as a member of the College’s CARE team by attending weekly CARE meetings and providing consultation support to liaison with the Athletics Department. Maintain ethical confidentiality.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of NCAA mental health best practices and promote programs and interventions at the individual and organizational level.
Provide routine risk assessments and referral for hospitalization or other specialized care as needed.
Conduct training or psychoeducational outreach to community members and provide annual training on mental health topics to Athletics coaching staff and administrators. Some evening or after‑hours work may be required.
Provide consultation and education to families, college staff, or community providers regarding clinical care of students as appropriate, maintaining ethical confidentiality.
Supervise master‑level graduate fellows and clinical interns as experience and licensure allow.
Serve on relevant campus committees and attend Athletic games, staff meetings, and college events as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Master’s or Doctorate in an appropriate mental health field (psychology, social work, counseling, etc.).
CMPC certification preferred.
Licensed or license‑eligible in Massachusetts within 6 months of hire preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent skills in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, performance enhancement services with individuals and teams, crisis management, and consultation with coaches and administrators of sport programs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with multiple campus constituencies.
Comfort with risk assessment, referral for hospitalization or other specialty care.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Possess understanding of the unique mental health experiences of collegiate athletes.
Excellent record keeping practices; knowledge and attunement to ethical and legal issues in clinical treatment within an institutional setting.
Experience
Experience in higher education desired.
Experience working with collegiate athletes desired.
Experience with late adolescents/young adults desired.
Experience and interest in supervising interns is a plus.
License Requirements We welcome applicants who currently possess, or will soon obtain, one of the following credentials: LMHC, LICSW, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD.
Application Materials Should Include
Resume
Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.
Equal Opportunity Employer Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our Mission Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue. Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.
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