Sport Psychologist

UNC Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Charlotte is seeking a psychologist to deliver clinical and sport psychology services to student-athletes. You will collaborate with coaches and athletic department staff to support personal, academic, and athletic success.

The role includes consultation with teams, supervision of a postdoctoral fellow, and ongoing program development, with a strong emphasis on outreach and education for student‑athletes.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA‑approved (or equivalent) program.
• At least 2 years of experience evaluating and treating traditional and non‑traditional college students, including direct clinical and performance work with student‑athletes.
• License‑eligible with plan to become independently licensed within 12 months of hire; must pass EPPP and complete supervised hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical services to student‑athletes and members of Charlotte’s cheerleading squad.
• Provide consultation to teams, coaches, and athletic department staff.
• Oversee continued development of the program and supervise a postdoctoral fellow in sport psychology.
• Deliver educational programming to athletes and staff.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Sport psychology

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education/outreach programs

Education

PhD or PsyD in Counseling/Clinical Psychology

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.

8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Hours per week 40

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Division

Department

Department Counseling & Health Serv (Adm)

Work Location

Work Location Price Center for Counseling and Psychological Services

Salary Range

Salary Range $65,783 - $80,544

Primary Purpose of Department

The Center for Counseling and Psychological Services ( CAPS ) at Charlotte supports the holistic well‑being and academic success of students by providing clinical services, educational outreach programs, case management, and professional training. We serve as a welcoming, affirming, and accessible campus resource to support students’ well‑being.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position will deliver clinical and sport psychology services to student‑athletes in a collaborative effort to enhance the personal, academic, and athletic success of student‑athletes. The position provides consultation and educational outreach services to athletes, coaches, and athletic department staff.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

Supervised by the Director of the Center for Counseling & Psychological Services with secondary supervision from the Executive Associate Director of Athletics, this position will deliver clinical services to student‑athletes, including members of Charlotte’s cheerleading squad; provide consultation to teams, coaches, and other staff; and deliver educational programming. Additionally, the position will oversee the continued development of the program to provide psychological services to student‑athletes and teams, including supervision of a postdoctoral fellow in sport psychology.

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) program. Must have at least 2 years of experience evaluating and treating traditional and non‑traditional college students, including direct clinical and performance work with student‑athletes.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Strong clinical background with specialized experience providing psychotherapy to collegiate student‑athletes. Proven experience in multidisciplinary collaboration and consultation within athletic departments. Experience delivering team‑level interventions and sport‑focused outreach programming.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

License‑eligible as a Psychologist, as evidenced by having passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology ( EPPP ) and having completed all required supervised hours for licensure. License‑eligible candidates will be considered, with the requirement to become independently licensed within 12 months of the hire date.

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

Full independent licensure within the State of North Carolina as a Psychologist (LP). Certified Mental Performance Consultant.

Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.

If time‑limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UNC Charlotte Website
  • HERC Job Board
  • Inside Higher Education
  • Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
  • Another Website
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Other
• Where did you learn about this posting?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * This position requires a Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) program. Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
• * At least 2 years of experience evaluating and treating traditional and non‑traditional college students, including direct clinical and performance work with student‑athletes is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently licensed as a Psychologist, OR license‑eligible by having passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and completed all required supervised hours? (Note: If hired as license‑eligible, independent licensure is required within 12 months of hire.)
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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