Cognitive Performance Specialist - Sheppard AFB, TX
About The Position
Will train and coach Federal government/military personnel in individual or group settings to develop mental skills necessary for peak performance. Skills include techniques to overcome mental barriers that could limit performance, methods to effectively build mental toughness to persevere in high pressure situations, and strategies to improve overall well-being and resilience. Applies evidence-based literature to train and educate personnel on areas to include goal setting, visualization, energy management, attention sustainment, sleep management, and overall human performance optimization. (50%) Conducts individual and group assessments to include observation, data collection, interviews, and consultations with organizational leaders to customize programs for optimizing and sustaining high levels of performance. (20%) Attends staff meetings with interdisciplinary team members and government leadership to coordinate services aligned with organizational goals. (10%) Provides expert guidance on matters related to mental performance, exercise science, and sport psychology. (10%) Develops customized curriculum to support the human performance outcomes of the federal organization. (10%) The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sport Psychology, Human Performance, or other closely related fields.
- 3+ years of experience as a Mental Performance Coach designing and implementing mental skills development programs for individuals and groups.
- Demonstrated experience delivering training and education in various settings to include in-person and virtual modalities.
- Capable of working outdoors for extended periods in all weather.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% of time.
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Proficiently utilize computers, software, and technologies to document work performed, utilization, or other information requirements.
Nice To Haves
- CMPC - Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Responsibilities
- Train and coach Federal government/military personnel in individual or group settings to develop mental skills necessary for peak performance.
- Apply evidence-based literature to train and educate personnel on areas to include goal setting, visualization, energy management, attention sustainment, sleep management, and overall human performance optimization.
- Conduct individual and group assessments to include observation, data collection, interviews, and consultations with organizational leaders to customize programs for optimizing and sustaining high levels of performance.
- Attend staff meetings with interdisciplinary team members and government leadership to coordinate services aligned with organizational goals.
- Provide expert guidance on matters related to mental performance, exercise science, and sport psychology.
- Develop customized curriculum to support the human performance outcomes of the federal organization.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
