Mental Health Clinician, Athletics

Mental Health Clinician, Athletics

The University of Cincinnati (UC), Department of Athletics seeks applications for a Mental Health Clinician (Staff Clinician 1 – Athletics) to provide counseling services for UC varsity student-athletes. Reporting to the Associate AD for Sports Psychology and Wellness and under the oversight of the Executive Director of Health and Wellness, responsibilities include potential diagnosis and treatment of patients, education, and collaboration with staff, and delivery of presentations to the UC Athletics community while following all professional association standards, state and federal laws, university, conference and NCAA policies and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Provide psychotherapeutic assessment and interventions to assist student-athletes to cope with mental health disorders, relationship problems, and related environmental, educational, and vocational concerns.
• Identify present and potential student-athlete psychosocial problems and implement plans for problem resolution.
• Maintain quality documentation for medical records which may include (but not limited to): assessment, consult notes, consents, and releases of information in accordance with regulatory bodies.
• Consult with supervisor and other medical specialists to enhance student-athlete outcomes.
• Keep abreast of developments in professional field.
• Deliver psycho-educational programming to student-athletes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary student-athlete care conferences and team meetings.
• Work collaboratively with the student-athlete care team to ensure comprehensive care.
• May participate in staff meetings, in-services, continuing education programs, and research activities.
• Attend individual or group supervision weekly and/or as scheduled by supervisor.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

This job description can be changed at any time.

Required

Education:

Master's Degree

Required Trainings/

Certifications:

Pre-licensed and actively working towards license as a Social Worker (LSW), Professional Counselor (LPC), or Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). If from out of state, must obtain Ohio licensure or Ohio pre-license within 2 months of start date or as soon as possible. Must be able to maintain all credentialing requirements.

Additional Qualifications Considered:
Licensed in the State of Ohio as a Social Worker (LSW), Professional Counselor (LPC), or Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

Application Process:

Information Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application. Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits: UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: comprehensive tuition remission, robust retirement plans, real work-life balance, competitive salary based on experience, comprehensive health coverage, flexible spending accounts & wellness programs, professional development & mentorship opportunities.

To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR al Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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