Behavioral Health Counselor III (Athletics)

Behavioral Health Counselor III (Athletics) Location: Tucson Campus, 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA. Join the Athletics Department as a Behavioral Health Counselor III, providing clinical mental health services and programming supporting personal and identity development for student‑athletes. This role also leads the Sports Psychology division through clinical and administrative responsibilities, including psychological evaluation, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, preventative programming, and performance consultation. The position reports to the Assistant Athletic Director, Sport Psychology and Wellness, and/or the Head Team Physician. Duties & Responsibilities Provide individual clinical assessment, psychological treatment, and case management for student‑athletes. Develop and establish treatment plans and goals, including coordination of mental health care and referrals to outside resources for mental health and AOD services. Assess and respond to crisis intervention needs with individuals and groups within the athletics department. Maintain medical documentation and records, deliver individual performance consultations, assist with team sport psychology sessions, maintain credentialing, and participate in continuing education. Develop and implement sport psychology and personal development group interventions, including programming specific to student‑athlete personal development, mental health and wellness, leadership, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and performance psychology. Provide medical staff consultation and participate in treatment teams, including mental health treatment teams and interdisciplinary communication with athletics medical staff. Include presentations, workshops, and event planning focused on destigmatization and psychoeducation of mental health throughout the athletics department. Provide consultation to administrators and coaches regarding mental health and mental performance best practices, including educational and preventative presentations or workshops for staff and coaches. Develop and deliver sport psychology programmatic initiatives, including team‑specific programs, collaboration with campus psychological services, and supervision of clinicians and learners where applicable. Budget accountability. Additional duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Competence and in‑depth understanding of working with student‑athletes from diverse backgrounds. Ability to provide treatment and/or consultation across the spectrum of care for student‑athletes. Effective, respectful communication with varied populations in the department, university, and community. Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a high‑stress environment. Accurate interpretation and adherence to NCAA and Big 12 Conference rules, FERPA, University of Arizona policies, and Department of Athletics policies. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Initiate, lead, and support value‑added projects. Meticulous attention to detail. Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, positive demeanor. Organizational skills, including planning, setting priorities, and managing multiple priority projects. Effective communication and development of positive interpersonal relationships. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in a related field. LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or other counseling‑related license in compliance with the AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy. Preferred Qualifications Experience in sports, higher education, or related settings. Training related to sport psychology and/or counseling. Understanding of the unique aspects of the student‑athlete population. Experience treating trauma and trauma‑related issues. Experience conducting AOD assessments and working with the student‑athlete population on AOD‑related issues. Employment Terms Job Category: Health Care and Wellness. FLSA Status: Exempt. Full Time Position: 40 hours per week plus nights and weekends as needed. Position Grade: 9. Benefits Eligible: Yes – full benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr