Cognitive Performance Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must possess an active Secret security clearance.
• Must possess and maintain a license or certification consistent with education and training, and membership in a relevant professional organization (e.g., AASP, APA Division 47/19).
• Must possess current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Master's degree (doctorate preferred) in Performance Psychology, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related mental health discipline.
• 3+ years of experience working with individuals or groups of elite athletes at the NCAA Division I Collegiate, Olympic, professional sports, and/or Special Operations/AFSPECWAR military member level.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary human performance or healthcare team.
• Training in clinical/counseling psychology, including suicide intervention, PTSD, and substance abuse.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) from the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• BCIA certification in heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback, or related cognitive enhancement certification as required by the hiring unit.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver individualized and unit-level programs targeting operator readiness, psychological resilience, and mission capability using cognitive and behavioral strategies.
• Provide private consultation with squadron members on goal setting and performance planning, and meet regularly with unit leadership to advise on performance, resilience, and organizational effectiveness.
• Administer and interpret psychological assessments including baseline and post-event screening; maintain a documented crisis response plan and coordinate referrals for members in crisis.
• Serve as liaison with HPP staff, medical personnel, and the AFSPECWAR HPP enterprise; consult with medical, legal, and military command personnel as appropriate.
• Maintain physical proficiency to operate alongside SOF in austere environments, including hiking rough terrain and lifting loads up to 20 kilograms.

Benefits

• long-term career opportunities