Mental Skills Coach

Seattle Mariners•Peoria, AZ

5d•$55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Mental Skills Coach coordinates, supports, and assists coaches and players in developing philosophies, awareness, vision, and processes related to mental performance. The role contributes to knowledge and application of the Mariners’ Mental Skills curriculum to support individual and organizational success. The coach prepares and delivers group presentations for mini camps, Spring Training, and affiliate seasons; creates routines to help coaches and athletes develop performance-supporting attitudes and focus; and conducts individual meetings to create personalized mental performance plans. The role also supports coaching staff as a resource, tracks services provided, pursues continued education and research, and assists the Mental Performance Department with developing, implementing, and evaluating services. Consistent communication, openness to feedback, and other assigned duties are also part of the position.

Requirements

At least two years of relevant work experience.
Basic Spanish-speaking proficiency.
Ability to innovate and proactively promote new ideas and concepts.
Ability to implement the Focus Points book and develop expert-level knowledge of the Peak Performance manual.
Working knowledge of the Mariners’ performance metrics.
Expert knowledge of relevant technologies and Mariners’ portals.
Strong initiative and personal standards, including the ability to work independently with staff, coaches, and players and complete documentation.
Ability to self-reflect and demonstrate personal and situational awareness.
Openness to giving and receiving candid feedback as a common practice.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Psychology, Sport Psychology, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver group presentations emphasizing and reinforcing Focus Points and the Mental Performance manual during mini camps, Spring Training, and affiliate seasons.
Create systems and routines to help condition coaches and athletes to develop attitudes and focus that support performing to their potential.
Conduct one-on-one meetings and create individualized mental performance plans for players and coaches.
Provide coaching staff with relevant mental skills information and remain available as a resource.
Follow documentation protocols to track services provided throughout the year.
Pursue continued education and research in sport psychology to stay current on optimal and ethical practices.
Assist the Mental Performance Department in developing, implementing, and evaluating mental performance services for the organization.
Communicate consistently and appropriately with the Mental Performance Department, Player Development, High Performance, and other parties as needed.
Give and receive feedback on work provided.
Perform other duties as assigned.