"Sport Psychology Fellow"

Sport Psychology Fellow

Lubbock
43827BR
Sports Medicine

Position Description

The Sport Psychology Fellow works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide mental and behavioral health services, applied sport and performance psychology support, and educational programming to Texas Tech student-athletes. Services are delivered on behalf of Texas Tech Athletics under the supervision of licensed psychologists and in accordance with Texas State Law. This position is a 12-24 month fellowship appointment.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide evidence-based treatments for a wide array of mental and behavioral health concerns.
• Conduct mental health risk assessments for acute issues.
• Conduct indicated objective psychological assessments to inform clinical treatment plans.
• Collaborate with Health and Wellness Staff and other Athletics Staff.
• Administer student-athlete entrance and annual mental and behavioral health screenings.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, coaches, student-athletes, physicians, and staff.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures set forth by Texas Tech University and the Texas Tech University Athletics Department.
• Teach mental skills topics to student-athletes via workshops and individual sessions.
• Develop and provide workshops and presentations to student-athletes and staff on identified topics.
• Create digital content for various platforms and other educational resources.
• Comply with all NCAA, Big 12, and Texas Tech University rules, regulations, and policies.

Required Qualifications

Doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology, completion of APA Accredited Doctoral Internship by start date, and 2 years related experience and/or training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing mental and behavioral health services in medical, rehabilitation, or comparable clinical settings.
• Experience identifying and treating a broad range of mental health concerns impacting athlete populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice and high ethical standards.
• Strong skills in multidisciplinary collaboration, communication, and team-based healthcare delivery.
• Experience with clinical outcome measurement and training within a scientist-practitioner model.

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