Athletics Mental Health Clinician

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Athletics Mental Health Clinician to provide mental health services to varsity student-athletes within the Department of Sports Medicine. You will build relationships across teams and deliver outreach programs.

The role includes supervising trainees, working in an integrated healthcare model, and maintaining licensure while upholding FERPA and NCAA rules. A NC professional degree in psychology or social work is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible in NC as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Eligible to supervise Social Work students.
• Experience communicating with diverse populations in higher ed or athletics.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Maintain documentation in EMR.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a high-stress environment.
• Understand NCAA/ACC rules and FERPA requirements.
• Computer proficiency across standard software.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health services to varsity student-athletes.
• Develop relationships within the athletic department to reach all teams and coaches.
• Deliver programming and outreach to diverse student-athlete populations.
• Supervise trainees within the Mental Health and Performance Psychology Program.
• Operate within an integrated healthcare model with Sports Medicine staff.

Skills

LCSW licensure

Supervise students

Diversity experience

Written communication

EMR proficient

NCAA/FERPA compliance

PC proficiency

Education

Professional degree in psychology/social work

Tools

EMR

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Orthopaedics-Campus Sports Med-414655

Career Area Athletics

Posting Open Date 11/11/2026

Application Deadline 11/25/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title Athletics Mental Health Clinician

Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number 01001289

Vacancy ID NF0010188

Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent

FTE 1

Hours per week 40

Position Location North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date 01/04/2027

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Athletics Mental Health Clinician position is charged with providing mental health services to UNC Varsity student-athletes through the Department of Sports Medicine. This individual will develop relationships within the athletic department to effectively serve all student-athletes, teams, and coaches. A primary focus of the position will be to provide mental health services to diverse populations, as well as delivering programming and outreach.

UNC Athletics is committed to supporting this position with opportunities to foster Departmental and Campus-wide partnerships to build community and to develop innovative and creative approaches to best support the well-being of traditionally underserved student-athlete populations. This individual will be involved with supervision of trainees within the Mental Health and Performance Psychology Program. This individual will work within an integrated healthcare model as part of the Sports Medicine staff. The Athletic Mental Health Clinician must maintain licensure, operate in a highly ethical manner, and maintain confidential record-keeping systems in keeping with North Carolina State Law governing the delivery of psychological services.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Relevant professional degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and licensure in the appropriate clinical field of psychology, social work, or mental health practice.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Licensed or license-eligible in the State of North Carolina as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Eligible to supervise Social Work students and LCSW -A
• Experience communicating and interacting effectively, respectfully and appropriately with diverse multicultural populations in higher education institutions and/or collegiate athletic departments
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with colleagues, clients, faculty, staff, and parents
• Excellent written and electronic communication
• Able to efficiently and effectively maintain documentation and record-keeping utilizing EMR
• Capable of handling multiple tasks in a high stress environment
• Able to accurately interpret and adhere to NCAA and ACC Conference Rules, UNC Academic Standards, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 ( FERPA )
• Able to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software
• Able to successfully complete educational, NCAA , and criminal background checks, which will be required of the successful applicant

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Experience providing mental health services in intercollegiate athletics
• AASP Certified Mental Performance Consultant or certification eligible
• Demonstrated experience in serving traditionally underserved populations and addressing issues of diversity through individual counseling, groups, and/or outreach efforts
• Training and experience in treating trauma, substance use disorders and/or eating disorders
• Experience supervising trainees in mental health disciplines

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Tanvi Goel, HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email [e-mail]

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.