Mental Performance Coach

WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US!

San Diego Wave Fútbol Club is on a mission to build a world class home for players and fans. We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking individual to join our mission to share our story, win championships, increase, and delight our fans. We’re making memories and engaging our community through this beautiful game.

Mental Performance Consultant Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with the Team LMHP, Director of Performance, Medical Staff and Coaching Staff
• Engage in the strategic development and application of systems to improve mental performance
  
  

throughout the organization.

• Observe, collaborate, research, and implement evidence based mental performance techniques
  
  

such as goal setting, visualization/imagery, self-talk, energy management, etc. with Players

• Monitor the development of individual mental performance training plans, routines, and their
  
  

application to performance.

• Educate and present mental performance topics to players, coaches, and staff in group and
  
  

individual settings.

• Consult and collaborate with Team LMHP to develop a coordinated and programmatic approach to mental health, wellness, and performance for the entire Team.
• Collaborate with the Player Development, Medical (Team CMO, ATC, PT, Dieticians) and
  
  

Performance Department Staff (Strength and Conditioning, Position Coaches, Sport Science etc.)

to create optimal strategies for enhancing player performance and development.

• Understand scope of competence and collaborate and refer effectively to the Licensed Mental
  
  

Health Provider.

• Maintain up to date knowledge of theories and practices in the field of Sport Psychology.
• Maintain any notes or records of work with players and these records shall be treated as
  
  

confidential and protected health information communicated to others only with Player’s written

permission, or to appropriate healthcare staff if the Mental Performance Consultant believes that

the Player is in danger of harming themselves or others. Understanding of HIPAA regulations

• Attends and participates in staff meetings and consultations as requested
• Participates as capable in NWSL League Mental Health and Performance Monthly Meetings
• Maintains active membership in relevant professional organizations to remain current in national
  
  

best-practices.

• Demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills required to work effectively with Players, Team
  
  

Medical Staff, Coaches, other Team personnel and League staff.

• Maintain professional liability insurance.
• Compile reports as required by the League.
• Attend all activities/meetings/programs as required by the League.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the League.
  
  

If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on the challenge of leading our professional soccer club to success, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for the position.

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Our people are our club. We believe different backgrounds and experiences bring new ideas and perspectives. We encourage talented candidates from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds to apply. We’re excited to welcome new members of our team who share our passion. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.