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Rollins College |
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Winter Park, FL US |
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Full Time |
| Post Date: |
04/07/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
05/08/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Education, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration |
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Sports Psychologist
Sports Psychologist
Job
Summary:
The Athletics Department at Rollins College is seeking Sports Psychologist a to join their team! Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President of Athletics, the Sports Psychologist will provide a full range of culturally sensitive clinical and non-clinical services for Division II student-athletes at Rollins College.
This full-time, 12-month position will include assessment/evaluation, short-term individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and psycho-educational workshops to increase the mental health awareness of student athletes. In addition to direct clinical services, the sports psychologist will provide applied sports psychology services related to enhancing athletic performance. This will involve collaboration and consultation with coaches, athletic training staff, sports medicine staff and athletic administrators. The successful candidate is involved with the Athletics Department culture by supporting student athletes and coaches through practices, games and events. Emphasis will be on ameliorating mental health conditions and related issues typically experienced by student-athletes engaged in competitive intercollegiate sports at the NCAA Division II level.
Primary Responsibilities
- Administrative
- Serve as an active member of the Athletics Health Care Providers Team
- Provide leadership to ensure the implementation of clinical counseling services which adhere to the highest professional standards and best practices for college counseling services in student athletics.
- Ensure clinical practice is in accordance with Florida Health Laws. Uphold standards and ethical guidelines of the counseling profession.
- Monitor best practices at other institutions and integrate best practices as appropriate.
- Plan and prepare operational reports and analysis that identify student athlete trends and recommend appropriate programs and solutions through on-going quality improvement practices.
- Maintain ongoing professional development to be informed and up to date on all regulations around mental health laws, NCAA rules and regulations, federal guidelines and legal interpretations.
- Participate in NCAA Apple Training Program.
- Clinical
- Provide short-term individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and performance enhancement to student-athletes.
- Build relationships and provide direct clinical services to student athletes. Provide referrals to appropriate campus and community resources as needed.
- Establish and maintain referral relationships with campus and community providers (including the Wellness Center) to support continuity of care when needs exceed the scope of athletics-based services.
- Adhere to appropriate ethical and professional standards; keep accurate records of appointments, intake notes, progress notes and termination summaries in individual files; maintain confidentiality of records; consult with other professionals as needed to coordinate treatment; and consult with parents and others with appropriate authorization.
- Maintains clear boundaries regarding confidentiality and information sharing, particularly in interactions with coaches and athletic staff.
- Maintains clinical documentation in accordance with applicable laws, ethical standards, and departmental protocols.
- Responds to urgent and emergent situations in alignment with institutional emergency protocols and coordinates with appropriate campus partners as needed.
- Coordinate and consult with outside referral resources for continuation of care of clients.
- Services are short-term and scope-limited; student-athletes requiring ongoing or specialized care will be referred to appropriate providers.
- Collaboration
- Act as a liaison by providing consultations when needed between student-athletes and coaches/sports medicine staff, Faculty Athletic Representative, professors, and student affairs staff.
- Engage in connections and collaborations with leaders from the Wellness Center, including the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), Director of Student Health Services and the Director of Health Promotions, to support a multi-disciplinary approach to services and programs across a continuum of care.
- Consultation/Outreach
- Provide team consultation, assistance, and educational opportunities, as needed, including meeting with coaches to assess the team's well-being and performance needs, and educating student-athletes about psychological skills that can enhance well-being and performance.
- Consultation with the sports medicine staff and athletic administrators and as needed, on individual cases and team issues on issues relevant to the psychological well-being of student-athletes.
- Work in collaboration with athletics senior leadership team, and in consultation with Wellness Center substance misuse prevention counselor, to schedule annual drug and alcohol programming.
- Develop, coordinate, and deliver education programs for students and student-athletes related to mental health, identity, mindfulness, adjustment, and academic concerns.
Minimum Qualifications & Education:
- Ph.D. or Psy.D in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program.
- Possess a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain an Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job, and acceptable MVR are required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed as a psychologist in Florida (Licensure realistically expected within one year of hire will be considered however, a clearly defined supervision plan must be in place prior to the start of clinical delivery).
- CMPC - Certified as a Mental Performance Consultant through the Associate of Applied Sport Psychology or actively working toward certification.
- Demonstrated understanding of NCAA rules and guidelines.
- Experience working with students with diverse and intersecting identities and backgrounds.
Work Environment:
- Campus-based, front-facing position.
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours associated with intercollegiate athletics, including evenings and weekends during the sports season.
- This position is designated as one that performs an essential function. This means that the position's incumbent may be required to report to work if the campus suspends operations because of severe weather, natural disaster, or other emergency condition.
Instructions to Applicants:
To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Review of applications begins May 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
Benefits & Perks:
- 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
- 10 Days - Paid Holidays
- 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
- Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
- 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- Free On-Campus Parking
- Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
- Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
- Pet Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
- Plus More!
Additional Perks:
- Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
- Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
- Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
- IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
- College Bookstore Discounts
- Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
- Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
- Plus More!
Rollins offers a competitive salary, along with our generous full-time benefits package. Click here to review our full benefits package.
Our Service
Excellence Philosophy:
At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.
Click here to learn more about our commitment to Service Excellence at Rollins College!
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to mailto:humanresources@rollins.edu" href="https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7058499&targetURL=mailto:humanresources@rollins.edu" target="_blank">humanresources@rollins.edu | 407.646.2102.
Employment Eligibility:
All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Service Months:
12
To apply, visit https://jobs.rollins.edu/jobs/sports-psychologist-orlando-florida-united-states-winter-park-fl
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