Duties and Responsibilities
Athletic Counseling: 60% of time
Provides psychotherapeutic interventions to assist student-athlete to cope with mental health disorders, relationship problems, performance issues, and related environmental, educational, and vocational concerns.
Identifies present and potential student-athlete psychosocial problems and implements plans for problem resolution.
Maintains quality documentation for medical records which may include (but not limited to): assessment, consult notes, consents, and releases of information in accordance with regulatory bodies.
Consults with supervisor and other medical specialists to enhance student-athlete outcomes.
Wellness / Prevention: 40% of time
Visits practices, competitions, training rooms, and athletic facilities regularly.
Delivers performance consultation to teams.
Delivers psychoeducational programming to student-athletes.
Participates in interdisciplinary student-athlete care conferences and team meetings.
Works collaboratively with the student-athlete care team to ensure comprehensive care.May participate in staff meetings, in-services, continuing education programs, research activities, CQI and performance improvement activities.
Participates in 2 hours a month of peer supervision.
Organizational Expectations
Practices according to the policies and procedures of the Medical Center. Adheres to the Intensive Caring Value statements as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, and formulating and meeting developmental goals.
Reports to the Lead Sport Psychologist for Ohio State Athletics, Head Team Physician, and Director of Sports Medicine.